METHANOL

Combustible, adaptable chemical used in diverse industries worldwide.

Methanol, with its chemical formula CH3OH, is a versatile liquid derived primarily from natural gas. It is a colorless, flammable, and volatile substance that is widely used in various industries. Methanol is a key player in the chemical industry, serving as a building block for numerous materials. Laira Group, a leading supplier of petrochemical products in East Asia, has extensive experience in providing high-quality Methanol to support the success of our clients.

When it comes to packaging Methanol, we offer both new and reconditioned steel drums. We also provide customized packaging solutions based on the preferences of our bulk customers through dedicated collaboration contracts.

Methanol finds its applications in diverse sectors, including the paint industry, pharmaceuticals, antifreeze production, beverages, food preparation, rubber and resin manufacturing, plastic products, and textile industries. It is an essential ingredient in the production of everyday industrial and consumer items. Moreover, the future prospects of Methanol include its use in the production of DME (Dimethyl Ether), hydrogen production, and as a clean-burning alternative fuel in direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC).

Methanol specification
	PROPERTY	SPECIFICATION	ANALYTICAL TEST METHANOL
1	Purity WT %	99.85 Min.	IMPCA 001-14
2	Water W/W %	0.100 Max.	ASTM E-1064
3	Ethanol W/W %	0.0050 Max.	IMPCA 001-14
4	Specific Gravity 20/20, °C	0.7928 Max.	ASTM D-4052
5	Acetone, W/W %	0.0030 Max.	IMPCA 001-14
6	Permanganate Time Test @ 15°C, Minutes	60 Min.	ASTM D-1363
7	Non-Volatile Matter, mg/1000 ml	8 Max.	ASTM D-1353
8	Distillation Range @ 760 mm-Hg, °C	1.0 Max.	ASTM D-1078
9	Color P Co, APHA	5 Max.	ASTM D-1209
10	Carburizable, APHA	30 Max.	ASTM E-346
11	Total Iron, mg/kg	0.10 Max.	ASTM E-394
12	Chloride as Cl, mg/kg	0.5 Max.	ASTM D-512
13	Appearance	Clear and Free from Suspended Matter	IMPCA 003-98
14	Acidity as CH3COOH, W/W %	0.0030 Max.	ASTM D-1613
15	Hydrocarbons	Passes Test	ASTM D-1722
16	Sulphur, mg/kg	0.5 Max.	ASTM D-5623
17	Aromatics, UV Test	Passes Test	IMPCA 004-02

DO YOU KNOW?

Methanol, also known as wood alcohol, is a fascinating compound with some intriguing properties. One interesting fact about methanol is its use as a racing fuel in high-performance cars. Due to its high octane rating and cooling properties, it can boost engine performance and prevent overheating. Another interesting fact is that methanol has a lower freezing point than water, making it useful as an antifreeze agent. It is also employed in the production of biodiesel and as a clean-burning alternative fuel for vehicles.