The Difference Between Methanol & Methanol R

[pixel01]

Hi all,

Please explain to me what methanol R is. What is the difference of methanol R and methanol?.

Thanks

 

[chemisttree]

Hi all,

Please explain to me what methanol R is. What is the difference of methanol R and methanol?.

Thanks

The nomenclature is non-standard. It could mean reagent grade methanol.

 

[pixel01]

Thanks chemisttree.
I also have found that the R indicates reagent grade chemicals which can be used in analytical purposes.