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Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA, Isopropanol)

IPA
CAS 67-63-0 · Formula C3H8O · MW 60.10 g/mol

A high-volume secondary alcohol solvent supplied in bulk for cleaning, extraction, and chemical synthesis. It is widely used as a solvent for oils, resins, and cosmetics, as a chemical synthesis intermediate, and in cleaning, surface-preparation, and antifreeze applications.

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UN Number
UN 1219
Hazard Class
Class 3
HS Code
2905.12
At a Glance
Material Family
Solvents - Oxygenated
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Defoaming / Foam Control · Solvency
Solubility
≥ 100 mg/mL at 22 °C
Functional Roles
Defoaming / Foam Control Solvency Viscosity Modification Cleaning / Degreasing Biocidal Action Synthesis Intermediate
INCI Name
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
CosIng Functions
ANTIFOAMINGPERFUMINGSOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Industries Served
Agriculture Beauty & Personal Care HI&I Cleaning Industrial Manufacturing Oil & Gas Textiles
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Solvent: dissolves oils, resins, and many organics
  • ▸ Cleaning: surface and electronics/semiconductor cleaning
  • ▸ Chemical intermediate: feedstock in organic synthesis
  • ▸ Antifreeze: fuel and gas-line antifreeze component
Physical Properties
Melting Point
-88 °C
Boiling Point
82 °C at 760 mmHg
Density
0.785 at 20 °C
Solubility
≥ 100 mg/mL at 22 °C
Vapor Pressure
33 mmHg at 20 °C; 40 mmHg at 24 °C
Flash Point
12 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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DOT / UN Transport Classification
DOT hazard class 3 placard
UN / DOT NumberUN 1219
Hazard Class / DivisionClass 3
Packing GroupII
Proper Shipping NameIsopropanol or Isopropyl alcohol

Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.

HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2905 . 12
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.05
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2905.12
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
67-63-0
Molecular Formula
C3H8O
Molecular Weight
60.10 g/mol
IUPAC Name
propan-2-ol
INCI Name
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
PubChem CID
3776
InChI Key
KFZMGEQAYNKOFK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Isopropyl alcohol isopropanol 2-Propanol Propan-2-ol 2-Hydroxypropane Dimethylcarbinol sec-Propyl alcohol Alkolave Avantine Hartosol Petrohol i-Propanol 1-Methylethanol Takineocol Alcojel Avantin 2-Propyl alcohol Alcolo Isohol
Full Description

Isopropyl alcohol (IPA, isopropanol, CAS 67-63-0) is a secondary alcohol, propan-2-ol. It is widely used as a solvent for oils, resins, and cosmetics, as a chemical synthesis intermediate, and in cleaning, surface-preparation, and antifreeze applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is isopropyl alcohol (IPA) used for?

Isopropyl alcohol (IPA, isopropanol, CAS 67-63-0) is a secondary alcohol (propan-2-ol) used as a solvent for oils, resins, and cosmetics. It is also used in cleaning and surface preparation, including electronics and semiconductor cleaning, as a synthesis intermediate, and as an antifreeze component.

Is IPA an alcohol?

Yes. IPA is propan-2-ol (C3H8O), a secondary monohydric alcohol. It should not be confused with the unrelated beer style of the same acronym.

What is the difference between isopropyl alcohol and isopropanol?

They are the same compound; isopropanol and isopropyl alcohol are common names for propan-2-ol (CAS 67-63-0). Confirm the assay and water content on the CoA when ordering a specific grade.

What is the UN number and HS code for isopropyl alcohol?

IPA ships as UN 1219 (isopropanol) and is classified under HS 2905.12 (propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol). Transport must follow the applicable DOT/IMDG requirements for UN 1219; an SDS ships with every order.

Can I order isopropyl alcohol in bulk?

RawSource supplies IPA in bulk to manufacturers in drums, totes, and IBCs. Request a bulk quote with your target volume and grade along with a CoA and SDS.

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