IPA 99% (Isopropyl Alcohol)

Isopropyl Alcohol

• INCI Name:
  Isopropyl Alcohol
• Molecular Formula:
  C₃H₈O
• CAS Number:
  67-63-0
• Alternate Names:
  • IPA
  • Isopropanol
  • 2-Propanol
  • Rubbing Alcohol (diluted grades)
  • Propan-2-ol

Key Benefits:

• Fast-evaporating solvent
• Excellent cleaning and degreasing agent
• Effective antimicrobial and disinfecting properties
• Improves drying time in formulations
• Helps dissolve oils, resins, and fragrance materials
• Leaves minimal residue after evaporation

Benefits & Uses (Short):

• Used in hand sanitizers and disinfectants
• Solvent for cosmetics, perfumes, and personal care products
• Cleans manufacturing equipment and surfaces
• Used in room sprays and cleaning formulations
• Suitable for electronics and laboratory cleaning applications

Recommended Usage Level:

• Hand Sanitizers: 60% – 75%
• Surface Cleaners: 10% – 99%
• Cosmetic Formulations: 1% – 20%
• Perfume Applications: 1% – 10%
• Industrial Cleaning: As required

How It Works (Short):

• Functions as a volatile alcohol solvent that rapidly dissolves oils, greases, and many organic materials
• Denatures proteins and disrupts cell membranes of many microorganisms, providing disinfecting action
• Evaporates quickly, leaving surfaces clean and dry
• Enhances solubility of certain ingredients in cosmetic and personal care formulations
• Helps reduce drying time in sprays and liquid products
• Commonly used where quick evaporation and residue-free cleaning are required

Olfactory Notes:

• Sharp alcoholic aroma
• Clean solvent-like scent
• Slight medicinal note
• Rapidly evaporates with minimal residual odor

FAQs:

Q: What is IPA 99% used for?
A: It is used as a solvent, cleaner, disinfectant, and formulation aid in cosmetics, industrial products, and laboratories.

Q: Is IPA the same as Ethanol?
A: No. Both are alcohols, but Isopropyl Alcohol and Ethanol have different chemical structures and applications.

Q: Can IPA 99% be used directly as a disinfectant?
A: For optimal disinfecting performance, IPA is often diluted to around 70%.

Q: Does IPA leave residue?
A: No, it evaporates quickly and generally leaves little to no residue.

Q: Is IPA suitable for cosmetic manufacturing?
A: Yes, it is commonly used as a solvent and cleaning agent in cosmetic production.