Formule moléculaireCH3OHCAS67-56-1Masse moléculaire32.04 g/mol g/mol
SynonymesMethyl Alcohol, Wood Alcohol
Safety & Hazards (GHS)
Danger
Flammable
Acute toxic
Irritant
Health hazard
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Methanol is a colorless, flammable liquid with a slightly sweet odor, used primarily as an industrial solvent, antifreeze, and as a fuel additive.
- Solvent: Used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, and coatings.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of formaldehyde, acetic acid, and other chemicals.
- Fuel: Used as a fuel and in fuel additives.
- Pharmaceuticals: Applied in the synthesis of certain drugs.
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Odor
Slightly sweet odor
Molecular Formula
CH3OH
Molecular Weight
32.04 g/mol
Boiling Point
64.7 °C
Density
0.791 g/cm³
Solubility
Miscible with water and most organic solvents
Flash Point
11 °C
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, highly flammable
IUPAC Name
methanol
Formule moléculaire
CH3OH
Masse moléculaire
32.04 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
CO
InChIKey
OKKJLVBELUTLKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H225 Highly Flammable liquid and vapor
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H303 May be harmful if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H331 Toxic if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H360 May damage fertility; May damage the unborn child
H370 Causes damage to organs
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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