
55 Gallon Drum METHANOL- Industrial Grade
55 Gallon Drum (410 lbs.) - Methanol is used as a feedstock to produce chemicals such as acetic acid and formaldehyde, which in turn are used in products like adhesives, foams, plywood subfloors, solvents and windshield washer fluid. Other uses of Methanol include solvents and as an antifreeze in pipelines and windshield washer fluid. Methanol is also used in some wastewater treatment plant, a small amount of methanol is added to wastewater to provide a carbon food source for the bacteria which convert nitrates to nitrogen gas and reduce the nitrification of sensitive aquifers. Chemical identity: Methyl Alcohol CAS No. 67-56-1 Appearance (physical state, color, etc.) Liquid. Colorless, clear Freezing point -98 °C (-144 °F) Initial boiling point and boiling range 64 °C (147°F) Flash point 11 °C (52 °F) DOT CLASSIFICATION: METHANOL UN1230 Class: 3 (6.1) Packing Group: II Reportable Quantity 5,000