Sasol Isopropanol

Sasol Isopropanol is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing. It is also used in lubricants and greases, anti-freeze products, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modeling clay, adhesives and sealants, biocides (e. g. Disinfectants, pest control products), polishes and waxes and finger paints. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Isopropanol

CAS Number: 67-63-0

Purity (Assay): 99.8 - 99.8 %

Synonyms: 1-Methylethanol, 1-Methylethyl alcohol, 2-Hydroxypropane, 2-Propanol, 2-Propyl alcohol, Dimethylcarbinol, IPA, iso-Propanol, iso-Propyl alcohol, Isopropyl alcohol, n-Propan-2-ol, NSC 135801, Propan-2-ol, sec-Propanol, sec-Propyl alcohol

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
67-63-0
EC No.
200-661-7

Applications & Uses

Markets
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Isopropanol is used for manufacture of lubricants and greases, anti-freeze products, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modeling clay, adhesives and sealants, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), polishes and waxes and finger paints. 
  • Isopropanol is known to be used in industires that manufacture of coating products, plant protection products, cosmetics and personal care products, laboratory chemicals, pharmaceuticals, lubricants and greases, fuels and washing & cleaning products. 

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Aromatic
Appearance
Clear and bright
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Isopropanolmin. 99.8mass %GC
Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Initial Boiling Point82.0°CASTM D1078
Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Final Boiling Point83.0°CASTM D1078
Refractive Index (ND20)1.376-1.378-ASTM D1218
Purity (Wet Basis)min. 99.8wt%GC
Specific Gravity at 20/20°Cmin. 0.7855 (max. 0.7870)-ASTM D4052
Non-Volatile Residuemax. 5mg/100mlASTM D1353
Watermax. 0.1wt%ASTM D1631
Colourmax. 10Pt-CoASTM D1209, ISO 6271, DIN EN 1557
Non-Volatile Mattermax. 1mg/100mlASTM D1353
Density at 20°C0.784-0.786g/mlASTM D4052
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)max. 0.002mass %ASTM D1613

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling

Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Wear personal protective equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Use only explosion-proof equipment. Handle product only in closed system or provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at machinery. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Fire-fighting class

B: Fires involving liquids or liquid containing substances. Also includes substances which become liquid at elevated temperatures.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers

Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place

Other data

Stable under normal conditions.

Container material

Unsuitable materials: Aluminum