Iso Propyl Alcohol (IPA) is a fast-evaporating, versatile alcohol widely used as a solvent, carrier, cleaning agent and processing aid across cosmetic, personal care, household, laboratory and industrial applications.
It offers excellent solvency, rapid evaporation and low residue, making it useful for formulations and processes where quick drying and effective removal of oils, residues and impurities are required.
Iso Propyl Alcohol is available in different purity grades and concentrations. The exact purity, denaturants and specification should always be selected according to the intended application and supplier TDS/SDS/COA.
INCI Name
Alcohol (for cosmetic ingredient labeling; exact regulatory declaration depends on the finished formulation and applicable market requirements)
Common Names
- Iso Propyl Alcohol
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Isopropanol
- IPA
- 2-Propanol
- Propan-2-ol
- Isopropyl Alcohol Solvent
- IPA Alcohol
- Rubbing Alcohol*
Chemical Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 2-Propanol / Propan-2-ol |
| CAS Number | 67-63-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C₃H₈O |
| Molecular Weight | 60.10 g/mol |
| Chemical Family | Secondary Alcohol |
| Physical Form | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odour | Characteristic alcohol odour |
| Solubility | Miscible with water |
| Evaporation | Fast |
| Purity | Grade dependent |
Ingredient / Functional Type
- Solvent
- Carrier
- Volatile alcohol
- Cleaning agent
- Processing aid
- Formulation aid
- Degreasing solvent
- Quick-drying ingredient
Key Functions & Benefits
1. Excellent Solvent
Helps dissolve or carry a wide range of ingredients, oils, resins and other formulation components depending on the system.
2. Fast Evaporation
Evaporates quickly after application, making it useful in quick-drying formulations and cleaning processes.
3. Low-Residue Performance
Its rapid evaporation can help minimize residual solvent on suitable surfaces when used appropriately.
4. Cleaning & Degreasing
Effective for removing oils, grease, fingerprints and certain residues from compatible surfaces.
5. Formulation Aid
Can be used as a processing solvent or carrier in selected cosmetic, personal-care and industrial formulations.
6. Easy Water Compatibility
IPA is miscible with water, allowing convenient incorporation into many water/alcohol systems.
Applications
Cosmetic & Personal Care
Iso Propyl Alcohol can be used in selected formulations such as:
- Body sprays
- Fragrance and perfume formulations
- Deodorant sprays
- Hair sprays
- Hair styling products
- Cleansing products
- Certain cosmetic sprays
- Nail-care formulations
- Cosmetic tools and equipment cleaning
- Formulation processing
Cleaning & Household
- Surface cleaning
- Degreasing
- Glass and hard-surface cleaning
- Electronics-compatible cleaning applications*
- Removal of fingerprints and oily residues
- Equipment cleaning
Industrial & Technical
- Industrial solvent
- Degreasing applications
- Printing and coating processes
- Adhesive-related processing
- Manufacturing processes
- Laboratory applications
- Equipment and component cleaning
Recommended Usage
Usage level is application and grade dependent.
For cosmetic and personal-care formulations, the appropriate concentration should be determined based on:
- Product type
- IPA purity
- Finished-product requirements
- Other solvents
- Flammability considerations
- Skin-contact requirements
- Applicable regulations
- Supplier TDS/SDS recommendations
How to Use
For formulation use, add Iso Propyl Alcohol according to the formulation procedure and required concentration.
For cleaning applications:
- Ensure the surface is compatible with IPA.
- Apply the required amount using an appropriate method.
- Allow the alcohol to evaporate naturally.
- Maintain adequate ventilation.
- Keep away from ignition sources.
Formulation Compatibility
Iso Propyl Alcohol may be incorporated into suitable systems containing:
- Water
- Ethanol
- Fragrance ingredients
- Selected cosmetic solvents
- Certain oils and resins
- Film-forming materials
- Selected active ingredients
- Cleaning formulations
Product Information
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Iso Propyl Alcohol |
| Alternate Name | Isopropyl Alcohol |
| Abbreviation | IPA |
| CAS | 67-63-0 |
| Formula | C₃H₈O |
| Molecular Weight | 60.10 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Solubility | Miscible with water |
| Evaporation | Rapid |
| Primary Function | Solvent / Carrier / Cleaning Agent |
| Application | Cosmetic, Personal Care, Cleaning & Industrial |
| Grade | Purity dependent |
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area.
- Keep container tightly closed.
- Protect from heat, sparks and direct sunlight.
- Keep away from ignition sources.
- Store in suitable, compatible containers.
- Follow the storage conditions specified in the supplier’s SDS.
Handling & Safety
Iso Propyl Alcohol is highly flammable.
- Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and hot surfaces.
- Use with adequate ventilation.
- Avoid breathing concentrated vapours.
- Avoid unnecessary skin and eye contact.
- Wear suitable protective equipment during industrial handling.
- Keep away from children.
- Do not mix with incompatible chemicals.
- Refer to the product-specific SDS before handling, storage or industrial use.
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