Methanex Corporation (MEOH) Wrap Up:

We are the world’s largest supplier of methanol and the largest supplier of methanol to the major international markets of North America, Asia Pacific and Europe as well as Latin America. What is Methanol? Methanol is a liquid chemical which has historically been produced from natural gas and is increasingly produced from coal, particularly in China. Methanol is typically used as a chemical feedstock in the manufacture of other products. Approximately 75% of all methanol is used to produce formaldehyde, acetic acid and a variety of other chemicals that form the basis of a large number of chemical derivatives for which demand is influenced by levels of global economic activity. These derivatives are used to manufacture a wide range of products, including building materials, foams, resins and plastics. The remainder of methanol demand comes from the energy sector.  ... More..."http://secfilings.nasdaq.com/edgar_conv_html%2f2008%2f03%2f28%2f0000945234-08-000134.html#FIS_BUSINESS"