Methanol
Pure. Versatile. Global.
High-purity methanol (methyl alcohol, CH₃OH) for chemicals, fuels and industry. Supplied in bulk cargoes by chemical tanker to producers and distributors worldwide.
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Methanol is one of the most widely traded chemicals in the world. It is the starting point for plastics, paints, adhesives and a growing range of cleaner fuels.
High Purity
Meets IMPCA and Grade AA requirements for chemical and fuel use.
Reliable Supply
Regular full-size cargoes from established producers and terminals.
Many Uses
One product for chemicals, energy, solvents and biodiesel production.
Inspected Cargo
Quality and quantity verified by an independent inspector at loading and discharge.
Specifications
Limits based on the IMPCA reference specification for methanol. The final specification is agreed in the contract and confirmed by the independent inspector's report.
| Parameter | Limit | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol purity (% m/m) | min 99.85 | gas chromatography |
| Water (% m/m) | max 0.100 | ASTM E1064 |
| Acetone (mg/kg) | max 30 | gas chromatography |
| Ethanol (mg/kg) | max 50 | gas chromatography |
| Acidity as acetic acid (mg/kg) | max 30 | ASTM D1613 |
| Density @ 20°C (g/cm³) | 0.791 – 0.793 | ASTM D4052 |
| Distillation range (°C) | max 1.0, including 64.6 ± 0.1 | ASTM D1078 |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | max 5 | ASTM D1209 |
| Permanganate time (min) | min 30 | ASTM D1363 |
| Chloride (mg/kg) | max 0.5 | ASTM D512 |
| Sulphur (mg/kg) | max 0.5 | ASTM D3961 |
| Iron (mg/kg) | max 0.1 | ICP / AAS |
| Appearance | clear, free of suspended matter | visual |
Other standards such as ASTM D1152 can apply by agreement. Cargo quality is established by independent inspection at the load port.
Where Methanol Goes
From everyday plastics to marine fuel.
Formaldehyde
Resins for wood panels, adhesives and insulation.
Acetic Acid
Feedstock for acetates, paints, textiles and packaging.
Olefins (MTO)
Converted into ethylene and propylene for plastics.
Fuels
MTBE, biodiesel production, fuel blending and marine fuel.
Commercial Terms
- Quantity: bulk cargoes by chemical tanker, spot and term
- Payment: as agreed in the contract
- Inspection: independent inspector at load and discharge
- Documents: ICPO, SCO, CI, PPOP
- Handling: flammable and toxic liquid, safety data sheet supplied with each cargo
Delivery Terms
Loading at export terminals worldwide. Delivery to discharge ports as agreed.
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