Methyl Formate 92% to 97%
Technology
The technology has been supplied by Kemira OY, Finland.
Capacity
GNFC manufactures Methyl Formate having concentration of 92% to 97% by wt. 3000 MTPA of Methyl Formate is available for sale
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Methyl Formate Content | 92-97% by wt. |
| Methanol | Rest |
| Boiling Point Range | 31°C to 31.5°C (70% mixture to distill) |
| Density | 0.96 gms/cc ( 25°C) |
| Vapour Density | 2.07 |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.9 bar at 50°C |
| Ignition Limit | 5% to 23% at 100% Methyl Formate Concentration |
| Auto Ignition Temperature | 465°C |
| Flash Point | (-) 19°C |
| Threshold Limit Value (TLV) | 100 ppm |
| Reactivity | Contact with strong oxidizers may cause fire and explosions |
| CAS No. | 107-31-3 |
| UN No. | 1243 |
Uses
- Used as a raw material in the manufacture of Di Methyl Formamide, in Pharmaceuticals and Metal Foundries.
- Used as a Fumigant and Larvicide for Tobacco.
- Used in Organic Synthesis and in formulation of Synthetic Flavours.
- Used as a Cellulose Acetate Solvent for Anisotropic Cellulose Acetate Fibres spun in a modified Dry Spinning Process.
Packaging and Supply
Domestic
In 200 litres drum with epoxy lining or in suitable road tankers.
Export
a. In UN/IMDG approved epoxy coated MS drums.
b. Bulk in 20 KL ISO tank containers.
