Description
Overview
Isopropyl alcohol (2-propanol) is a secondary alcohol with formula C3H8O. CAS No: 67-63-0. Form: Clear, colorless liquid. Purity: 99.9% by GC. Molar mass: 60.1 g/mol. Density: 0.786 g/mL at 20°C. Boiling point: 82.6°C. Refractive index: 1.377. Supplied in 500ml HDPE bottle with tamper-evident cap. Free of stabilizers, water, or additives. Meets ACS and lab-grade specifications.
Applications
Used for precision cleaning of optical lenses and LCD screens. Applied in semiconductor and electronic component degreasing. Employed as a solvent in recrystallization and extraction. Suitable for HPLC mobile phase preparation. Utilized in DNA precipitation protocols. Supports surface energy testing on polymers. Used in ink removal from glass and metal. Ideal for sterilization of lab equipment surfaces.
Specifications
Appearance: Clear, colorless. Odor: Characteristic alcoholic. Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, chloroform. Water content: ≤0.1%. Residue on evaporation: ≤0.001%. UV transmittance: ≥95% at 254 nm. Storage: Keep in tightly closed container, away from ignition sources. Shelf life: 36 months. Compatible with glass, HDPE, PTFE. Incompatible with strong oxidizers.
Safety
GHS02: Flammable. GHS07: Irritant. H225: Highly flammable liquid. H319: Causes eye irritation. H336: May cause drowsiness. P210: Keep away from heat. P233: Keep container closed. P305+P351+P338: Rinse eyes with water. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Wear gloves and safety goggles.
FAQ
Can it be used for DNA precipitation?
Yes. High purity ensures efficient nucleic acid recovery.
Is it suitable for HPLC?
Yes. Low UV absorbance makes it ideal for HPLC solvent prep.
What containers are safe for storage?
Use HDPE, glass, or PTFE-lined caps. Avoid polystyrene.
How to handle large spills?
Contain with inert absorbent, ventilate area, avoid ignition sources.
Can it be mixed with water?
Yes. Fully miscible; commonly used in 70% solutions for cleaning.
References
PubChem – Isopropanol | Wikipedia – IPA | ECHA | SDS available via HarutyunyanEN support.
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