Methyl Alcohol

Description

1. Product Overview

Methyl Alcohol (Methanol) is a high-purity, colorless, volatile industrial solvent widely used as a fundamental feedstock in the global chemical and energy value chain. It serves as a critical raw material in the production of formaldehyde, acetic acid, MTBE, and a wide range of downstream chemicals, as well as a clean-burning industrial fuel.

With strong solvency power, low viscosity, and high reactivity, methanol delivers exceptional performance across chemical synthesis and industrial processing applications. Its key value proposition lies in its cost-efficient versatility as both a chemical building block and an energy carrier, enabling scalable production efficiency across multiple industries.

Methanol is strategically important in global markets due to its role in petrochemical integration, alternative fuel development, and large-scale manufacturing optimization, making it a core commodity for industrial supply chains.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: CH₃OH (Methyl Alcohol)
• Purity Levels: ≥ 99.85% (Industrial Grade / Chemical Grade options available)
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Characteristic alcoholic odor
• Density: ~0.791–0.793 g/cm³ at 20°C
• Boiling Point: 64.7°C
• Flash Point: ~11°C (highly flammable)
• Water Content: ≤ 0.1% (depending on grade)
• Packaging Options: Bulk ISO tank, road tankers, drums (200L)
• Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

Methanol is a foundational input across multiple high-volume industrial sectors:

• Chemical Manufacturing: Primary feedstock for formaldehyde, acetic acid, methylamines, and solvents
• Energy Sector: Used as a clean-burning fuel, fuel additive, and in biodiesel production (transesterification)
• Automotive & Transportation: Component in fuel blending and alternative fuel technologies
• Plastics & Resins: Essential in production of resins, adhesives, and engineered polymers
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate solvent in active ingredient production

Methanol outperforms many alternatives due to its high reactivity, broad compatibility in synthesis processes, and cost-efficient scalability in bulk industrial operations.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Consistent Quality: Strict quality control ensuring stable purity and performance across batches
• Reliable Global Supply: Scalable production and dependable logistics network for uninterrupted sourcing
• Efficient Bulk Handling: Optimized for large-volume industrial transport and storage
• Cost Competitiveness: Economical alternative to more complex petrochemical feedstocks
• Environmental Utility: Supports cleaner fuel transitions and lower-emission chemical processes
• Technical Documentation: Full COA, MSDS, and regulatory compliance documentation available
• Industrial-Grade Support: End-to-end technical and supply chain assistance for enterprise buyers

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20–22 MT per 20ft ISO tank or bulk chemical container
• Supply Format: Bulk liquid supply for industrial-scale distribution
• Delivery Terms: FOB / CFR / CIF available depending on destination and agreement
• Lead Time: Subject to contract volume and destination logistics requirements