The material will be categorized into the following grades:

• Methanol, pure (excluding its use in antibiotic manufacturing).

• Methanol, Technical

• Methanol, Pure for the manufacture of antibiotics

The substance must be a transparent and colorless liquid, devoid of any suspended matter. Compliance with the standard's specifications is essential. It's crucial to maintain a well-equipped laboratory for conducting the necessary tests as per the specified methods in the standard.

TESTS

The subsequent test must be conducted for Methanol.

• Description

• Miscibility with water

• Relative density

• Distillation Range

• Residue on evaporation

• Alkalinity % by mass

• Acidity

• Water content

• Chlorine and chlorine compounds

PACKING AND MARKING

Packing and labeling procedures need to align with the standard specifications. The Standard Mark (ISI Mark) must be affixed on every container and its label, ensuring the material inside meets all specified requirements. Manufacturers are required to acquire a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to utilize the standard mark (ISI Mark). This license is granted following a thorough assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control, testing capabilities, and production processes.

PROCESS FOR BIS ISI MARK CERTIFICATION