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2-Propanol

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

sec-Propyl alcohol, IPA, Isopropanol, Isopropyl alcohol

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(CH3)2CHOH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
60.10
Beilstein:
635639
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

vapor density

2.1 (vs air)

vapor pressure

33 mmHg ( 20 °C)
44 mmHg ( 25 °C)

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

750 °F

expl. lim.

2.0-12.7 %, 93 °C

packaging

ampule of 3 × 1.2 mL

manufacturer/tradename

USP

refractive index

n20/D 1.377 (lit.)

bp

82 °C (lit.)

mp

−89.5 °C (lit.)

density

0.785 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

SMILES string

CC(C)O

InChI

1S/C3H8O/c1-3(2)4/h3-4H,1-2H3

InChI key

KFZMGEQAYNKOFK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

2-Propanol, also known as isopropyl alcohol, is a widely used solvent and disinfectant in microbiology. In biologics manufacturing, it plays a pivotal role in the preparation and cleaning of equipment to ensure contamination-free environments. Its quick evaporation rate and broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity make it an indispensable tool in maintaining the sterility of biologic products and pharmaceutical processes.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

2-Propanol USP reference standard for use in specified quality tests and assays.

Also used to prepare standard stock, and system suitability solutions for impurity analysis according to given below monographs of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP):
  • Hexylene Glycol
  • Pectin

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
Sales restrictions may apply.

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Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Flam. Liq. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Central nervous system

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

53.6 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

12.0 °C - closed cup


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