Alkanols (Alcohols) — class summary
See also
Alcohols (C₁–C₄ alkanols)
Abatement
Water scrubbing → carbon / catalytic oxidation
Hazards
Flammable; MeOH toxic
Solubility
High → moderate
Toxicity
moderate (high for MeOH)
Flammability
very high
Chronic risk
generally low
Environmental
biodegradable; O₂ demand
| Note | Detail |
|---|---|
| Terminology | “Alkanols” is a formal term for alcohols; same engineering controls apply. |
| Representative species | Methanol, Ethanol, Isopropanol, n-Butanol. |
| Absorption | Good capture in water (strong for MeOH/EtOH/IPA; moderate for n-BuOH). Add activated carbon or oxidation for polishing. |
| ATEX/Design | LEL monitoring, grounding/bonding, explosion-safe fans/instrumentation; demister to prevent solvent carry-over. |