Pure Isopropanol (Isopropyl Alcohol) 99.8% (25 Litres)

Description

Isopropyl Alcohol

This reliable, leading UK brand is a multi purpose alcohol product with a wide range of uses in cleaning, cosmetics and hospitals. It can also be used as a rubbing alcohol for cleaning surfaces and preventing stains.

Uses

• as a solvent for coatings and industrial processes
• as an intermediate ingredient creating isopropyl acetate
• as an ingredient in medical and self care-products such as hand sanitiser and disinfecting wipes. A 60-70% solution is commonly used as a disinfectant or hand sanitiser. A pure solution would not be as effective, as a certain amount of water is necessary to open up the pore membranes in the bacteria and allow isopropanol to enter the cell.
• as an ingredient is ‘gas drier’ fuel additives in the motor industry
• in the home as a cleaning agent, stain remover, defroster and as a safe insect repellent

Properties

Isopropyl Alcohol (Formula C₃H₈O) is a colourless flammable solution with a strong characteristic odour

Risks & Hazards

• Not for human consumption
• Highly flammable liquid and vapour
• Causes serious eye irritation
• May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautions

• Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. NO SMOKING.
• Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water fir several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• Get medical advice/attention.
• Dispose of contents/container to hazardous waste depot.
• Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
• Keep container tightly closed.
• Use only non-sparking tools.
• Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
• Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• Wash thoroughly after handling.
• Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
• Store in a well ventilated place – Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed.
• Store locked up