Methanol, Optima™ for HPLC, Fisher Chemical™

Description

High purity mobile phase for HPLC

• Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested for HPLC gradient suitability
• Mobile phase for analytical and preparative separations
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 67-56-1
• Molecular Formula: CH4O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 32.04
• MDL Number: MFCD00004595
• InChI Key: OKKJLVBELUTLKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: methyl alcohol, wood alcohol, carbinol, wood spirit, wood naphtha, methylol, methyl hydroxide, pyroxylic spirit, colonial spirit, columbian spirit
• PubChem CID: 887
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17790
• IUPAC Name: methanol
• SMILES: CO

• Melting Point: -98°C
• Absorbance: 0.01 AU max. at 254nm, 0.11 AU max. at 230nm, 0.23 AU max. at 220nm, 1.00 AU max. at 205nm
• Color: Colorless
• Density: 0.791g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 64.7°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Flash Point: 12°C (53.6°F)
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Wide Neck Amber Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• Assay Percent Range: 99.9% min by GC
• Titratable Acid: 0.0003mEq/g max.
• Titratable Base: 0.0002mEq/g max.
• Linear Formula: CH₃OH
• Vapor Pressure: 128 hPa at 20°C
• Viscosity: 0.55 cP at 20°C
• UN Number: 1230
• Water: 0.07% max.
• Formula Weight: 32.04
• Percent Purity: ≥99.9%
• Grade: Also meets ACS specifications
• Chemical Name or Material: Methanol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Cannot be made non-poisonous. Vapor harmful. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if s. Explosive. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:3 Instability:0
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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