Hazard Profile

Chemical Name and Pseudonyms

Isopropyl Alcohol, Dimethyl Carbinol, IPA, Isopropanol, 2-Propanol, sec-Propyl Alcohol, Rubbing Alcohol

UN Number

1219

Chemical Formula

(CH₃)₂CHOH

Hazards

Flammable liquid, eye irritant, CNS

PPE Considerations

SFPC with SCBA. 

Fire Fighting Considerations

CO₂, dry chemical, ATC-AFFF 

Decontamination

Soap and water with adequate ventilation

Detection and Monitoring

Colormetric, chemical reactivity assessment (i.e. HazCat), electrochemical sensor, GCMS, FTIR

Chemical and Physical Properties

Physical State

Colorless liquid

Vapor Pressure

33 mm/Hg

Boiling Point

181^oF

Vapor Density

2.07

Specific Gravity

.79

Miscibility

Soluble

Flash Point

53^oF

LEL/UEL

~2.0-12.7%

Autoignition Temp

797^oF

pH

7

Toxicity

IDLH

2000 ppm (10% LEL)

PEL/REL/STEL

400/400/500 PPM

LD50

5840 mg/kg

LC50

37.5 mg/L

Radioactive (Yes/No)

No

Medical

Toxicological Considerations

CNS depressant 

Signs/Symptoms of Exposure

Irritates skin and mucous membranes, respiratory irritation, dizziness

Medical Treatment

Flush with water and treat symptomatically

Other Information

May form peroxides in air

Chemical Structure