Formaldehyde
Feedstock: Natural Gas
Refinery Fraction: Methanol / Syngas
The Engineering Blueprint
- Refinery Parent: Methane / Methanol
- Process: Catalytic Oxidation
- Tray Position: Gas Fraction (Top)
The Realist Argument
Construction sovereignty depends on methanol. Formaldehyde is the "chemical glue" that holds together the modern building sector, from insulation to plywood.
Human Impact & Utility
A critical bonding agent for engineered wood, resins, and medical-grade disinfectants.