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methanol

[meth-uh-nawl, -nol] / ˈmɛθ əˌnɔl, -ˌnɒl /


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Derivatives from petrochemicals - such as methanol and ethylene - are vital materials in the global production of pharmaceuticals, including painkillers, antibiotics and vaccines.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He expects Petronas Chemicals’ fertilizers and methanol selling prices to rise 40% on year in 2026, up from 25% expected previously.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

This is important because producing methanol from CO2 and hydrogen typically requires temperatures up to 300°C and pressures up to 50 times normal atmospheric levels.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

“At the micro level, Iran represents a meaningful exporter of polyethylene and methanol, and potential export constraints or project delays could materially tighten global supply/demand balances over the next several years,” he says.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

But it’s not just oil, as methanol and food are at risk.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026