Sodium Methoxide Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Sodium Methylate
- Sodium Methanolate
ChemTrade handles sodium methoxide supplier enquiries in Malaysia under both sodium methoxide and sodium methylate naming. This strong alkoxide base is selected as a catalyst, reagent or methoxide source, with the required form and specification agreed for each process.
Commercial requirements commonly distinguish a nominal 30% sodium methoxide solution in methanol, other methanolic solution strengths in the 21% to 32% range, and high-assay solid powder. The solution is typically clear to pale yellow, while the moisture-sensitive solid is white to off-white and is chosen when methanol cannot be introduced.
In biodiesel production it is used as a transesterification catalyst for palm oil, used cooking oil and other feedstocks, and it also serves edible-oil interesterification. Other requirements include organic synthesis, pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacture, polymerisation and analytical chemistry.
Send the sodium methoxide form, target assay or solution strength, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation, route and timing are confirmed with the quotation, and supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 124-41-4
- Grade
- Methanolic solution, Solid powder
- Appearance
- Clear to pale-yellow solution or white to off-white hygroscopic powder, depending on form
Sodium Methoxide grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal 30% methanolic solution | Clear to pale-yellow liquid solution | Nominal 30% sodium methoxide | Transesterification and interesterification catalyst requirements where a methanolic solution is suitable. | Confirmed with quotation. |
| Other methanolic solution strengths | Clear to pale-yellow liquid solution | Commonly 21% to 32% sodium methoxide | Process and synthesis requirements that specify a solution concentration other than the nominal 30% grade. | Confirmed with quotation. |
| High-assay solid grade | White to off-white hygroscopic powder | Typically 95% or higher | Synthesis and process requirements where methanol cannot be introduced with the reagent. | Confirmed with quotation. |
How to buy sodium methoxide from ChemTrade
Request a quote for sodium methoxide
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Active material identity | Sodium methoxide, also sodium methylate or sodium methanolate | — |
| Commercial forms | Methanolic solution or solid powder | — |
| Typical solution concentration | 21 to 32 % sodium methoxide | — |
| Typical solid assay | 95 or higher % | — |
Sodium Methoxide applications
Safety and handling
Protect from moisture. Handling requirements depend on whether the selected form is solid or a solution in methanol.
Common questions about sodium methoxide
Is sodium methylate the same as sodium methoxide?
Yes. Sodium methylate and sodium methanolate are alternate names for sodium methoxide. State the required form and concentration when requesting a quotation.
Which sodium methoxide forms can be specified?
Buyers commonly specify a nominal 30% solution in methanol, another methanolic solution strength in the 21% to 32% range, or a high-assay solid powder. Confirm the required form and assay in the enquiry.
How is sodium methoxide used in biodiesel processing?
Sodium methoxide is used as a transesterification catalyst for suitable oil and fat feedstocks, including palm oil and used cooking oil. The required concentration depends on the process specification.
Is solid sodium methoxide interchangeable with the methanolic solution?
Both forms provide sodium methoxide, but they are not selected interchangeably without checking the process. The solution introduces methanol, while the solid is chosen for requirements where that carrier cannot be introduced.
Is sodium methoxide the same product as sodium hydroxide?
No. Sodium methoxide and sodium hydroxide are distinct chemicals and should be specified separately, even where either material may be considered for a catalytic or strongly alkaline process.
What information is needed for a sodium methoxide quotation?
Provide the form, solution strength or solid assay, application, quantity, delivery location and required documentation. Packing, availability and commercial details are confirmed with the quotation.