Isopropyl alcohol, IPA
- CAS Number: 67-63-0
- Chemical Formula: C3H8O
- MOQ: 1000KG
- Shelf Life: 2 years
- Synonyms: Isopropanol/2-Propanol/Rubbing Alcohol/Propan-2-ol/Dimethyl Carbinol
Product Description
What Is Isopropyl alcohol?
Rubbing alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, or isopropanol, is a colorless, flammable liquid with a potent smell. In cleaning products, personal care formulations, and as a solvent and disinfectant, it is widely used. IPA is useful in a variety of commercial and industrial applications because it dissolves oils and resins effectively.
Procedure for Preparation
In the presence of an acidic catalyst, propene (propylene) is usually hydrated to create isopropyl alcohol. Isopropanol is created as a result of a reaction that occurs with water. This process is used for large-scale manufacturing.
Related Parameters:
| Items | Standards |
| Purity % | 99.9 Min |
| Color (Hazen) | 10Max |
| Water content % | 0.1 Max |
| Acidity (As acetic acid) % | 0.002Max |
| Evaporation residue % | 0.002Max |
| CarbonyI value (As acetone) % | 0.02Max |
| Sulfide content (As sulphur) PPM | 2.0Max |
| Water soluble experiment | Passed |
| Density(20 ℃ ) g/cm 3 | 0.784～0.786 |
Recommended Dosage:
| Applications | Dosage |
| Medical and Pharmaceutical Use | 60% – 70% |
| Hand Sanitizers | 60% – 70% |
| Surface Disinfectant | 70% – 99% |
| Electronics Cleaning | 90% – 99% |
| Industrial Solvent | 10% – 50% |
| Cosmetics and Personal Care | 1% – 10% |
| Paints and Coatings | 5% – 20% |
| Automotive Application | 10% – 50% |
| Laboratory Use | 70% – 99% |
| Deicing Agents | 90% – 99% |
Isopropyl Alcohol Has Wide Range of Uses
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Antiseptics, disinfectants, hand sanitizers, and pharmaceutical formulations.
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Perfumes, aftershaves, deodorants, hair sprays, and makeup products.
Household Cleaning Products
Surface cleaners, glass cleaners, and multi-purpose cleaning solutions. Industrial Manufacturing
Solvent for resins, adhesives, dyes, and chemicals in various production processes.
Electronics and Technology
Cleaning delicate components, circuit boards, and optical devices. Paints, Coatings, and Inks
Solvent for consistent texture and faster drying in paint and ink production.
Automotive Industry
Cleaning glass and metal parts, as well as a deicing agent for vehicles.
Food and Beverage Industry
Equipment cleaning in compliance with food-grade standards. Laboratories and Research
Cleaning and sterilizing lab equipment and surfaces.
Aviation and Transportation
Deicing planes and maintaining other vehicle components.
User Asked Question:
Q: What are the common concentrations of Isopropyl Alcohol available?
A: Isopropyl Alcohol is typically available in concentrations ranging from 70% to 99%, depending on the intended application, such as medical, cleaning, or industrial use.
Q: How does Isopropyl Alcohol compare to other alcohol-based sanitizers?
A: Isopropyl Alcohol is similar to ethanol in its disinfectant properties but is typically considered more effective for surface cleaning due to its faster evaporation rate and lower toxicity at certain concentrations.
