IPA

About IPA

Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA), also known as 2-propanol, is a colorless, volatile, and flammable chemical compound with a strong alcoholic odor. It is widely used as a solvent, disinfectant, and cleaning agent across multiple industries. IPA mixes easily with water and evaporates quickly, leaving minimal residue, which makes it highly effective for cleaning and sterilization purposes.

It is commonly available in different purity grades such as 70%, 91%, 99%, and 99.9%, depending on its intended use.

Key Specifications

Applications

1. Medical & Healthcare

• Antiseptic for skin disinfection
• Used in hand sanitizers
• Cleaning medical instruments

2. Pharmaceutical Industry

• Solvent in drug formulations
• Equipment cleaning and sterilization

3. Electronics Industry

• Cleaning circuit boards, chips, and contacts
• Removing flux residues

4. Industrial Cleaning

• Degreasing machinery and tools
• Removing oils, adhesives, and contaminants

5. Cosmetics & Personal Care

• Used in lotions, perfumes, and aftershaves
• Acts as a solvent and preservative

6. Automotive

• Windshield de-icing fluids
• Cleaning surfaces and parts

7. Printing & Ink Industry

• Solvent for inks and coatings

Function

• Solvent: Dissolves oils, greases, resins, and organic compounds
• Disinfectant: Kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi
• Cleaning Agent: Removes dirt, dust, and residues
• Evaporating Agent: Dries quickly without leaving residue

Benefits

Fast Evaporation

Leaves no residue, ideal for electronics and precision cleaning

Effective Disinfection

Kills up to 99.9% of microorganisms (especially at 70% concentration)

Versatile Use

Applicable across medical, industrial, and household sectors

Cost-Effective

Affordable and widely available

Low Residue

Safe for sensitive surfaces like circuit boards

Good Solvency Power

Dissolves a wide range of non-polar substances