Methanex is the global leader in methanol production and marketing. Methanol is typically produced from natural gas, and is a basic chemical building block. It is used to produce formaldehyde, acetic acid and a variety of other chemical intermediates. These derivatives are ultimately used in the manufacture of countless products that we find in our everyday lives, including: resins, adhesives, paints, inks, foams, silicones, plastic bottles, polyester, solvents, Spandex and windshield washer fluid.
Methanol is also widely considered to be a leading candidate as the fuel of choice for vehicular fuel cell applications. A significant amount of methanol is also used to make MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether), an additive used in cleaner-burning gasoline. Methanol is also used directly as a fuel

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