Iso Propyl Alcohol (IPA)

Description

• Chemical Name: Isopropyl Alcohol
• Chemical Formula: C3H8O
• CAS Number: 67-63-0

Physical Properties

• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Odor: Slightly sweet, alcoholic odor
• Boiling Point: 82.6 °C (180.7 °F)
• Melting Point: -89 °C (-128 °F)
• Density: Approximately 0.786 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Flash Point: 12 °C (53.6 °F)
• Vapor Pressure: 4.4 kPa at 20 °C (68 °F)

Applications

• Disinfectant: Widely used as a disinfectant and antiseptic in medical and household settings.
• Solvent: Commonly used as a solvent for paints, varnishes, and cosmetics.
• Cleaning Agent: Utilized for cleaning electronics, glass, and various surfaces.
• Laboratory Use: Employed in chemical analyses and as a reagent in various reactions.