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Isopropyl Alcohol 99%, Carbon Chemistry – Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Last Updated: May 17, 2018  Isopropyl Alcohol 99% (2-Propanol) is a high-purity solvent and cleaning fluid supplied by Carbon Chemistry Ltd. It is a clear, colorless, and highly flammable liquid used for laboratory, extraction, and manufacturing applications.

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Quick Facts

  • Product Name: Isopropyl Alcohol 99% USP
  • Synonyms: 2-Propanol, Isopropanol, Rubbing Alcohol
  • CAS Number: 67-63-0
  • Type: Solvent, Cleaning Fluid
  • Supplier: Carbon Chemistry Ltd.
  • Address: 34501 E Quincy Ave Bldg 28, Watkins, CO 80137
  • Phone: +1 (888) 446-8421
  • Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC CCN832309 (800-424-9300, 24-hour)
  • GHS Classification:
    • Flammable Liquid – Category 2
    • Eye Irritation – Category 2A
    • STOT (Single Exposure) – Category 3 (Drowsiness / Dizziness)
  • Signal Word: Danger
  • NFPA Ratings: Health (1), Flammability (3), Physical Hazard (0)

Hazards & Safety

  • Hazard Statements:
    • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
    • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
    • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Precautionary Statements:
    • Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames – no smoking.
    • Keep container tightly closed.
    • Ground and bond containers and receiving equipment.
    • Use explosion-proof equipment and non-sparking tools.
    • Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or spray.
    • Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
    • Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
    • Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
    • Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
    • Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, and federal regulations.
  • California Prop 65: Not listed.

First Aid Measures

  • Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, provide oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
  • Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
  • Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison center immediately.
  • Note to Physicians: Treat symptoms and reduce overexposure.

Fire & Explosion Data

  • Flash Point: 11.7 °C (53 °F, Closed Cup)
  • Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
  • Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or CO₂. Do not use water jet.
  • Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
  • Explosion Sensitivity: Not sensitive to static discharge or mechanical impact.
  • Protective Gear: Firefighters should wear SCBA and full protective gear.
  • Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides.

Handling & Storage

  • Use only non-sparking tools and explosion-proof equipment.
  • Ground and bond all containers during transfer.
  • Keep containers tightly closed and stored upright in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
  • Avoid heat, sparks, flames, and incompatible materials such as oxidizers and acids.

Exposure & PPE

  • Component: Isopropyl Alcohol (CAS 67-63-0)
  • Exposure Limits:
    • ACGIH TWA: 200 ppm | STEL: 400 ppm
    • OSHA PEL: 400 ppm (980 mg/m³)
  • Eyes: Safety glasses required; goggles for splash risk.
  • Skin: Protective gloves recommended.
  • Respiratory: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or ventilation is inadequate.
  • Body: Wear appropriate protective clothing (lab coat or overalls).

Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
  • Odor: Sharp, musty
  • Boiling Point: 82.6 °C (180.7 °F)
  • Flash Point: 11.7 °C (53.1 °F)
  • Melting Point: Not applicable
  • Vapor Density: Not available
  • Density: 0.804 g/mL @ 20 °C
  • Viscosity: 2.86 cP at 15 °C | 1.96 cP at 25 °C | 1.77 cP at 30 °C
  • Solubility: Miscible in water
  • Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

Stability & Reactivity

  • Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
  • Avoid heat, flames, and sparks.
  • Incompatible with oxidizing agents, acids, aluminum, and halogenated compounds.
  • Decomposition may release carbon oxides.
  • Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Toxicology & Ecology

  • Acute Toxicity:
    • LD₅₀ (oral, rat): 5,045 mg/kg
    • LD₅₀ (dermal, rabbit): 12,800 mg/kg
    • LC₅₀ (inhalation, rat, 4h): 37.5 mg/L
  • Irritation: Causes eye irritation; may irritate skin.
  • Sensitization: Not considered a sensitizer.
  • Carcinogenicity: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, or NTP.
  • STOT – Single Exposure: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Aquatic Toxicity: EC₅₀ (daphnia magna, 48h) = 13,299 mg/L
  • Persistence: Readily biodegradable (95% after 21 days).
  • Bioaccumulation: No significant potential.

Transport & Disposal

  • UN Number: 1219
  • Proper Shipping Name: Isopropanol
  • Hazard Class: 3 – Flammable Liquid
  • Packing Group: II
  • Marine Pollutant: No
  • ERG Number: 129
  • Disposal: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Dispose in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Regulatory Status

  • TSCA: Listed
  • SARA 311/312: Fire Hazard; Acute Health Hazard
  • SARA 313: Isopropyl Alcohol (2-Propanol)
  • CERCLA: None
  • California Prop 65: Not listed
  • Canada WHMIS: Class B-2 (Flammable Liquid), Class D-2B (Toxic Material)
  • NFPA Ratings: Health (1), Flammability (3), Physical Hazard (0)