Isopropyl alcohol

Product Name: Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)

Chemical Formula: C₃H₈O

Key Features: Colorless transparent liquid, strong volatility, miscible with water and most organic solvents, high purity (≥99.5%), low residue.

Main Applications by Industry:

Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare: As disinfectant and antiseptic for skin, medical instruments, and surgical sites.

Electronics & Semiconductors: For cleaning circuit boards, removing flux residues, and rinsing electronic components.

Printing Industry: As key solvent in flexographic and offset printing inks, and for blanket wash.

Paints & Coatings: As fast-evaporating solvent for nitrocellulose, shellac, and surface coatings.

Cosmetics & Personal Care: In hand sanitizers, lotions, astringents, and hair color products as solvent and drying agent.

Chemical Synthesis: As intermediate for producing isopropyl esters, isopropylamine, and acetone.

Laboratory & Analytical: As general-purpose solvent for sample preparation, chromatography, and glassware cleaning.

Automotive Industry: In de-icing fluids, fuel additives to remove water, and brake cleaner formulations.

Household & Industrial Cleaners: For degreasing surfaces, glass cleaning, and stain removal preparations.

Handling & Safety:
Highly flammable, avoid open flames and static discharge. Use in well-ventilated areas. Wear gloves and goggles to prevent skin/eye contact. Keep away from heat sources and oxidizing agents.