Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid (30% in methanol)
Melting Point
127°C
Storage
2–8°C in explosion-proof fridge
Solubility
Methanol; Ethanol
Applications
Sodium methoxide (CH3ONa) is a highly versatile and effective reagent in both laboratory and industrial settings. It's primarily used as a strong base and nucleophile in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of biodiesel, methyl esters, and various methoxy derivatives.
Shipping Condition
Solution: HDPE jerricans (=20 L) with flame arrestors