Description
Methanol, also known by several other names including methyl alcohol, wood alcohol, and wood spirits. Methanol is made by the byproduct of the distillation of wood. Methanol is known as the simplest alcohol. It is light, extremely volatile, colorless, flammable liquid with a strong odor. Methanol is highly toxic and it is not safe for human consumption. It is commonly used as an antifreeze, solvent, and a fuel as well as a denaturant for ethanol. Ungraded products supplied by MilliporeSigma are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for consumption.