CAS 67-56-1 · Solvent / Feedstock
Methanol
Methyl Alcohol · CH₄O · MW 32.04 g/mol
The simplest alcohol and one of the most important industrial chemicals — used as a fuel, antifreeze, chemical feedstock, and solvent. Texas-Chem supplies methanol in industrial through HPLC grades in drums, totes, and bulk tanker quantities across Texas.
Formula
CH₄O
Boiling Point
64.7 °C
Miscibility
Fully water-miscible
Pack Sizes
Drums · Totes · Bulk
Structural Formula
Simplest primary alcohol — single carbon with a hydroxyl group
Safety & Regulatory
- NFPA Health
- 3 — Serious hazard
- NFPA Flammability
- 3 — Serious hazard
- NFPA Reactivity
- 0 — Stable
- OSHA PEL (TWA)
- 200 ppm (260 mg/m³)
- ACGIH TLV (TWA)
- 200 ppm
- IDLH
- 6,000 ppm
- DOT Hazard Class
- 3 — Flammable Liquid
- UN Number
- UN 1230
- Packing Group
- II
Toxic if ingested or absorbed. Always consult the current Safety Data Sheet before handling.
Grades & Packaging
Available Grades
Pack Sizes
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | CH₄O |
| Molecular Weight | 32.04 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 67-56-1 |
| Boiling Point | 64.7 °C (148.5 °F) |
| Melting Point | −97.6 °C (−143.7 °F) |
| Flash Point | 11 °C (51.8 °F) — Flammable |
| Density | 0.792 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 12.97 kPa at 20 °C |
| Solubility in Water | Miscible in all proportions |
| Refractive Index | 1.3284 at 20 °C |
| Auto-ignition Temp. | 464 °C (867 °F) |
| Explosive Limits | 6.0% – 36.5% (v/v in air) |
Industrial Applications
Fuel & Energy
Blended with gasoline as an oxygenate and used as a direct fuel in racing, marine, and industrial engines. Key feedstock for biodiesel transesterification.
Chemical Synthesis
Primary feedstock for formaldehyde, acetic acid, MTBE, and dimethyl ether production. One of the highest-volume industrial chemicals globally.
Antifreeze & De-icing
Used in windshield washer fluid, pipeline antifreeze, and de-icing formulations due to its low freezing point and water miscibility.
Solvent Applications
Solvent for resins, dyes, and adhesives. Used in paint strippers and as a carrier in industrial coatings where fast evaporation is needed.
Wastewater Treatment
Carbon source for biological denitrification in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment systems.
Laboratory & Analytical
ACS/HPLC-grade methanol is a standard mobile phase solvent in liquid chromatography and a common extraction solvent in analytical chemistry.
Why Source Methanol from Texas-Chem?
- 35+ years supplying industrial chemicals to Texas manufacturers
- Industrial, ACS, HPLC, and fuel grades available
- Flexible packaging from 55-gal drums to bulk tanker delivery
- Competitive pricing backed by top-tier producer relationships
- Technical support and SDS documentation with every order
- Same-day quotes for standard quantities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is methanol used for in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing?▾
Methanol is one of the most widely used industrial chemicals, serving as a feedstock for producing formaldehyde, acetic acid, and MTBE, and as a solvent in chemical synthesis, biodiesel production, fuel blending, and wastewater denitrification. It is also used as an antifreeze agent in natural gas pipelines. Chemical & Filtration Products of Texas supplies industrial-grade methanol to manufacturers, chemical blenders, and water treatment operators across Texas with full SDS documentation and lot traceability on every order. Contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM for current pricing.
What grade of methanol is required for biodiesel production?▾
Biodiesel production requires high-purity methanol — typically 99.85% or higher — to ensure complete transesterification of vegetable oils or animal fats. Industrial-grade methanol meeting this purity specification is the standard product for biodiesel processors. We supply high-purity industrial methanol with lot-specific documentation confirming purity levels, sourced from top-tier manufacturers. Contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM to confirm the right specification for your biodiesel operation.
Is methanol available in bulk tanker quantities in Texas?▾
Yes. We supply methanol in quantities from single drums through full bulk tanker deliveries across Texas, serving manufacturers, blenders, biodiesel producers, and water treatment facilities in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and the surrounding industrial corridors. Bulk tanker delivery is the most cost-effective option for high-volume users. Contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM or [email protected] to discuss your volume requirements and delivery logistics.
Can methanol be used as a denitrification carbon source in wastewater treatment?▾
Yes. Methanol is widely used as a carbon source in biological denitrification systems for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, providing the energy substrate that denitrifying bacteria need to convert nitrates to nitrogen gas. It is one of the most cost-effective carbon sources for this application. We supply methanol to water treatment operators across Texas with full SDS documentation and lot traceability. Contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM to discuss volumes and delivery scheduling for your treatment facility.
How does methanol differ from ethanol for industrial solvent applications?▾
Methanol is toxic if ingested or absorbed through the skin in sufficient quantities and cannot be used in applications involving food contact or human consumption. Ethanol is generally recognized as safe for food-grade applications when properly specified. For industrial cleaning, chemical synthesis, and fuel applications where food contact is not a concern, methanol is often a more cost-effective solvent. We supply both; contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM to confirm the right product for your application.
What safety documentation do you provide with methanol shipments?▾
Every methanol shipment from Chemical & Filtration Products of Texas includes a current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and full lot traceability back to the source manufacturer. Given methanol's toxicity classification, we ensure your EHS and receiving teams have the complete documentation required for OSHA hazard communication compliance, safe handling, proper storage, and emergency response. Contact us at 855-TEX-CHEM before your first order if you have specific compliance or storage questions.