Methanol

(Methyl alcohol)

Methanol is the simplest form of alcohol and is used as a paint solvent and a reactive solvent as well as antifreeze. It is also used as a chemical raw material for many organic synthetic compounds and as a raw material for gasoline additives and biodiesel fuel. Shin-Etsu Chemical also uses it for the production of silicone and cellulose derivatives.

Applications

Chloromethane (including silicone, raw materials of cellulose derivatives, etc.)
For MMA resin raw materials
For acetic acid raw material
As a formaldehyde source
Various solvents, cleaning, waste water treatment, antifreeze

For Inquiries About This Product

Company:

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
Department:

Chlor, Alkali & Derivatives Department PVC Division
Phone:

+81-3-6812-2381

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