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- Oil and gas industry
- methyl alcohol
Methyl alcohol
PACKAGING
bulk, drums, vats
MANUFACTURER
European Union
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Methyl alcohol (methanol) is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It has a high solvency and a low freezing point. Methanol is widely used in the oil and gas industry for pipeline maintenance, gas processing and as a hydrate inhibitor.
Chemical formula: CH3OH
Methanol is obtained by steam reforming natural gas with subsequent synthesis in the presence of a catalyst.
APPLICATIONS
– Hydrate inhibitor in gas pipelines: Prevents the formation of natural gas hydrates under low temperature and high pressure conditions. Increases the efficiency of gas transportation.
– Cleaning of pipelines and equipment: Used to remove water, oils and organic deposits from pipelines and equipment. Used as a solvent for cleaning resinous residues.
– Natural gas dehydration: Removes moisture from natural gas in preparation for transportation and storage.
– Fuel component: Used as an additive to motor fuel to reduce emissions and improve combustion efficiency.
– Chemical feedstock: Used as a starting material for the production of formaldehyde, solvents, and other chemical products.