Description
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA), or isopropanol (2-propanol), is a clear, colourless, volatile liquid with a slight odour, with the formula CH₃CHOHCH₃. It is a flammable secondary alcohol that is widely used due to its low toxicity. Isopropyl alcohol is miscible with water, alcohols and most organic solvents, making it effective at dissolving substances such as cellulose, resins, oils and gums. It is commonly found in antiseptics, disinfectants and detergents, and is a key disinfectant in hospitals, cleanrooms and the manufacture of medical devices.
CAS number : 67-63-0
Synonyms
- IPA
- Isopropanol
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- 2-Propanol
- Secondary propyl alcohol
Applications
Automotive
Cleaners, de-icers and surface preparation before painting.
Medical
Disinfectants, antiseptic wipes, sterilisation solutions for instruments and hydroalcoholic gel.
Solvent
Laboratory cleaning, ink and dye remover and glue residue remover.
Chemicals
Formulations for industrial cleaning products, chemical synthesis agents, additives for adhesives and inks.
Semiconductors
PCB cleaner, etching and polishing solutions, optical equipment cleaner and silicon wafer cleaner.
