Property :

Under normal temperature and pressure , methanol is colorless , transparent , free-flowing , volatile liquid with the similar odor as ethanol . It is toxic , inflammable and explosive.

Application:

 Methanol is a basic organic chemical raw material for chemical , pharmaceutical and pesticides industries .

Storage & Handling :

 store in tank or iron-drums in a cool and ventilated warehouse ; keep away from sources of ignition ; minimize volatilization to avoid explosion .