| Formula / Notation | CH3NaO |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 124-41-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 54.024 |
| Melting Point | Melting point (decomposes) = 127 °C |
| Density | greater than 1 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, methanol |
| Appearance | Sodium methylate is a white amorphous powder. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide, a corrosive material, and methyl alcohol, a flammable liquid. The heat from this reaction may be suffici... |
| Also Known As | sodium methanolate; Sodium methanolate; 124-41-4; Sodium methylate; Methoxysodium; Methanol, sodium salt; Feldalat NM; Metilato sodico; Methylate de sodium; IG663U5EMC |
| Category | Bases & Alkalis |
What is Sodium methoxide?
Sodium methoxide (CH3NaO) is a base or alkali that appears as Sodium methylate is a white amorphous powder. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide, a corrosive material, and methyl alcohol, a flammable liquid. The heat from this reaction may be suffici.... It has a molecular weight of 54.024 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium methanolate. Melting point: Melting point (decomposes) = 127 °C.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: sodium methanolate
Other Names / Synonyms: sodium methanolate; Sodium methanolate; 124-41-4; Sodium methylate; Methoxysodium; Methanol, sodium salt; Feldalat NM; Metilato sodico; Methylate de sodium; IG663U5EMC
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | Melting point (decomposes) = 127 °C |
| Density | greater than 1 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Molecular Weight | 54.024 |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, methanol |
| Appearance | Sodium methylate is a white amorphous powder. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide, a corrosive material, and methyl alcohol, a flammable liquid. The heat from this reaction may be suffici... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Sodium methoxide (CH3NaO) is a base or alkali that appears as Sodium methylate is a white amorphous powder. It reacts with water to form sodium hydroxide, a corrosive material, and methyl alcohol, a flammable liquid. The heat from this reaction may be suffici.... It has a molecular weight of 54.024 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium methanolate. Melting point: Melting point (decomposes) = 127 °C.
Used in chemical manufacturing, pH adjustment, saponification, water treatment, and as a laboratory reagent.
Corrosive or irritant. Causes burns to skin and eyes. Store away from acids. Wear protective gloves and goggles. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Sodium methoxide is: CH3NaO