Iso Propyl Alcohol (IPA)
CAS No: 67-63-0
Iso Propyl Alcohol is a colourless, flammable solvent with a sharp, clean odour and rapid evaporation rate. Widely recognised for its exceptional solvency and disinfecting properties, it’s commonly used in cleaning products, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial manufacturing. Produced to the highest standards, our Iso Propyl Alcohol delivers reliable performance across a broad range of applications.
Synonyms
2-Propanol, Isopropanol, Rubbing alcohol, sec-Propyl alcohol, 2-Hydroxypropane, i-PrOH, Dimethyl carbinol, IPA
Formula
C₃H₈O
CAS No
67-63-0
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Properties
- Molecular weight: 60.1 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Liquid (at standard temperature and pressure)
- Density: 0.786 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
- Boiling point: 82.5°C
- Melting point: -88°C
- Refractive index: 1.377 (at 20°C)
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Key applications
- Cleaning and Degreasing
- Disinfectant and Antiseptic
- Solvent for Coatings, Inks, and Resins
- Intermediate in Chemical Synthesis
- Removal of Adhesives and Flux in Electronics
- Glass and Screen Cleaning
- Fuel Additive for Water Removal
- Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Manufacturing
- Laboratory Reagent
- Cooling and Dehydrating Agent
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Industries
- Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
- Electronics and Semiconductors
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Printing and Coatings
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- Oil and Gas
- Food Processing
- Laboratory and Research