Sodium methoxide solution in methanol is a colorless to slightly yellowish transparent liquid, which is strongly alkaline, highly reactive and extremely flammable. It reacts violently with water and acids, releasing heat, and is prone to deliquesce and decompose. It is mainly a solution of 27.5%~31% sodium methoxide dissolved in anhydrous methanol, and is commonly used as a strong basic condensing agent and catalyst in organic synthesis.

1. Pharmaceutical intermediates: Synthesis of drugs such as Vitamin A/B1, sulfadiazine, sulfamethoxazole, etc.
2. Organic synthesis: Strongly basic catalyst and condensing agent used in the synthesis of flavors, dyes and pesticides.
3. Oleochemical industry: Transesterification catalyst for biodiesel production and modification catalyst for edible oils and fats.
4. Analytical reagent: Basic reagent and methylating agent in organic synthesis.