Methanol (CH3OH, CAS 67-56-1) is a clear, colorless, flammable liquid with a specific gravity of about 0.79, a boiling point of 149°F (65°C) and a flash point of about 52°F (11°C). It is toxic if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Methanol is a building block for formaldehyde, acetic acid and olefins, and is used in biodiesel production, windshield washer fluid, fuel blending and as a carbon source for wastewater denitrification. Use the compatibility ratings to choose the right tank resin, fittings and gaskets.
Safety data: Methanol Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – Methanex
HDPE is the most economical tank material for Methanol, rated Excellent. Polypropylene, PVDF (Kynar®) and nylon are also rated Good or better. Rated Fair (contact us before use): Viton® gaskets.
How Methanol works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) |
How Methanol works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
How Methanol works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |
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