Sodium methylate is a white amorphous powder. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide, a corrosive material, and methyl alcohol, a flammable liquid.
The heat from this reaction may be sufficient to ignite surrounding combustible material or the sodium methylate itself if the water is present in only small amounts.
It is used to process edible fats and oils, and to make other chemicals.
| Properties | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular mass | 54 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 127 °C |
| Boiling Point | 350 °C |
| Appearance | White solid |
Application
- Pharmaceuticals
- Agrichemicals
- Organic Synthesis
- Initiator of Polymerization
- Catalyst in the biodiesel industry
Packing
This chemical is packed in 25 kg bags.
Chemical Formula
- CH3ONa
Other names
- Sodium methylate