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VWR Methanol ≥99.8%, AnalaR NORMAPUR® ACS, Reag. Ph. Eur. analytical reagent
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Specifications:
| Application | Routine Laboratory Applications | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | VWR | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | CH₃OH |
High-Purity Solvent | Methanol ≥99.8%
VWR Methanol, certified to AnalaR NORMAPUR®, ACS, and Reag. Ph. Eur. standards, is a high-purity solvent ideal for precision applications in analytical chemistry, chromatography, pharmaceutical testing, and reagent preparation. With a minimum assay of ≥99.8%, this methanol grade ensures exceptional purity, low trace metals, and UV transparency—making it suitable for UV spectroscopy and trace analysis.
It is also listed in the Chem21 Solvent Selection Guide as a safer solvent, reflecting its balance between performance and environmental impact.
Product Attributes
- ≥99.8% purity (anhydrous basis) for reliable analytical results
- Conforms to ACS, Reag. Ph. Eur., and AnalaR NORMAPUR® standards
- Recommended in the Chem21 Solvent Selection Guide for safer lab use
- UV-Vis transparency ensures suitability for spectroscopy (≥95% T at 250 nm)
- Low levels of water, aldehydes, acetone, and trace metals
- Wide selection of container types: glass, plastic, Safebreak®, and metal drums
Chemical and Physical Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 67-56-1 |
| Chemical Formula | CH₃OH |
| Molecular Weight | 32.04 g/mol |
| MDL Number | MFCD00004595 |
| Merck Index Number | 13,05984 |
| Boiling Point | 64.6 °C |
| Melting Point | –98 °C |
| Density (20 °C) | 0.7918 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 11 °C (closed cup) |
| UN Number | 1230 |
| ADR Classification | Class 3 (6.1), Packing Group II |
| Hazard Classification | GHS02, GHS06, GHS08 |
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Key Specifications
| Test | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (anhydrous) | ≥99.8% |
| Water content | ≤0.05% |
| Acetone | ≤5 ppm |
| Acetaldehyde | ≤5 ppm |
| Ethanol | ≤0.1% |
| Formaldehyde | ≤1 ppm |
| Evaporation residue | ≤10 ppm |
| Acidity | ≤0.0002 meq/g |
| Alkalinity | ≤0.00006 meq/g |
| Absorbance (225 nm) | ≤0.17 |
| Transmittance (250 nm) | ≥95% |
| Trace metals (Fe, Cu, Zn, Pb, etc.) | ≤0.1–1 ppm (element-specific) |
| Conforms to ACS and Ph. Eur. | Passes all tests |
Available Pack Sizes
| Catalog Number | Pack Type | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| 20847.295 | Glass bottle | 1 L |
| 20847.318 | Plastic bottle | 1 L |
| 20847.240 | Glass bottle, Safebreak® | 1 L |
| 20847.320 | Glass bottle | 2.5 L |
| 20847.422 | Glass bottle, Safebreak® | 2.5 L |
| 20847.307 | Plastic bottle | 2.5 L |
| 20847.360 | Plastic bottle | 5 L |
| 20847.466 | Metal drum | 25 L |
| 20847.557 | Metal drum with liner | 200 L |
Applications
- HPLC and GC mobile phase preparation
- UV-Vis and spectrophotometric analysis
- Pharmaceutical and API analysis (Ph. Eur. compliant)
- Organic synthesis and reagent dilution
- Solvent for titration and sample preservation
VWR® Methanol ≥99.8%, AnalaR NORMAPUR® offers high purity, low impurity levels, and broad compatibility with analytical techniques, making it an essential solvent for regulated laboratories and high-precision workflows.
- Pack Size: Glass bottle, 1L Plastic bottle, 1L Glass bottle, 2.5L Plastic bottle, 2.5L Plastic bottle, 5L Metal Drum, 25L Glass bottle, Safebreak®, 1 L Glass bottle, Safebreak®, 2.5 L Metal drum with liner, 200L