Isopropyl Alcohol 99% Technical Grade – IPA Solvent, 55-Gallon Drum
- 99% Isopropanol
- Technical Grade
- Made in the USA
- SDS & COA Available
- No Minimum Order
- No Contracts
Isopropyl Alcohol 99% Technical Grade is a clear, colorless solvent (C₃H₈O, CAS 67-63-0), also known as IPA, isopropanol or 2-propanol. Level 7 Chemical supplies it in 55-gallon drums (360 lb net), by the single drum with 2- and 4-drum options, and larger orders quoted on request.
IPA 99% is a fast-evaporating, multi-purpose solvent and rinse aid that dissolves oils, grease and many other soils while leaving almost no residue. It is widely used in cleaning and sanitizing compounds, degreasers and glass cleaners, as an extraction solvent, and as a solvent and diluent for paints, printing inks and lithographic work.
Typical Specifications
- Chemical name: Isopropyl alcohol (2-propanol)
- CAS number: 67-63-0
- Grade: Technical
- Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
- Formula: C₃H₈O
- Purity: 99% (sample COA lot: 99.9% by GC)
- Specific gravity (20/20 °C): 0.785–0.787
- Pounds per gallon: ~6.55
- Flash point: 11.7 °C (53.1 °F), closed cup
- Melting / freezing point: -90 °C (-130 °F)
- Molecular weight: 60.1
- Regulatory: Non-HAP; on EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List
- Water: 0.1% max (sample COA lot: 0.02%)
- Odor: Alcohol-like
- Boiling point: 83 °C (181.4 °F)
- Vapor pressure: 4.4 kPa (33 mm Hg) at 20 °C
- Solubility: Miscible with water
- DOT shipping: UN1219, Isopropanol, Class 3, PG II
- Country of origin: USA
- Net weight: 360 lb (55-gallon drum)
Typical Uses
- Cleaning & sanitizing compounds – fast-drying solvent base for cleaners and sanitizer formulations
- Degreasing – removes oils, grease and soils from a wide range of surfaces
- Glass cleaners – evaporates quickly for streak-free results
- Extraction solvent – used in extraction and processing
- Paint, ink & lithographic solvent – solvent and diluent for paints, printing inks and lithography
- Diluent – thins and carries other ingredients in formulations
- Antifreeze – lowers freezing point in fluid formulations
- Preservative – used as a preservative in formulations
GHS Hazard Information
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- H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
- H319 – Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335 – May cause respiratory irritation.
Classification: Flammable Liquids, Category 2; Eye Irritation, Category 2A; Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure), Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation). Precautionary statements, PPE and first aid are listed in the Safety Data Sheet. Always read the SDS before handling.
Which Isopropyl Alcohol Do You Need?
| Product | Grade | Package | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isopropyl Alcohol 99% (this product) | Technical, 99% | 55-gallon drum, 360 lb net | Solvent cleaning, degreasing, extraction, paint and ink thinning, and blending your own dilutions |
| Isopropyl Alcohol 70% USP | USP, 70% | 55-gallon drum, 401 lb net | Ready-to-use 70% solution where a USP-grade product is required |
Need a different grade or strength? If you need isopropyl alcohol in a grade or concentration not listed here, contact Level 7 Chemical — call (855) 927-1777 or request a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is isopropyl alcohol 99%?
Isopropyl alcohol 99% (IPA, isopropanol, 2-propanol) is a clear, colorless, fast-evaporating solvent. It is used in cleaning and sanitizing compounds, degreasers, glass cleaners, extraction and as a solvent for paints, printing inks and lithographic work.
What grade is this isopropyl alcohol?
This is a technical grade, 99% isopropyl alcohol. It is not USP grade. If you need a USP product, see our Isopropyl Alcohol 70% USP.
Is IPA 99% a good cleaning solvent and degreaser?
Yes. IPA 99% dissolves oils, grease and many other soils, evaporates quickly and leaves almost no residue, which makes it a common choice for degreasing, glass cleaners and surface prep.
Can I get isopropyl alcohol in a different grade or concentration?
Yes — contact Level 7 Chemical by phone at (855) 927-1777 or request a quote, and we'll let you know which other grades and strengths are available.
How should isopropyl alcohol be stored and handled?
Isopropyl alcohol is highly flammable. Keep drums tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks and open flames, ground and bond containers when transferring, and wear eye protection. Read the Safety Data Sheet before use.
How is a drum of isopropyl alcohol shipped?
It ships as a regulated hazardous material: UN1219, Isopropanol, Class 3 flammable liquid, Packing Group II. Shipping is calculated at checkout.
Is there a minimum order, and can I buy more than one drum?
There is no minimum order — you can buy a single 55-gallon drum. 2-drum and 4-drum options are also available, and larger orders are quoted on request.
Do you provide an SDS and Certificate of Analysis?
Yes. The Safety Data Sheet and a sample Certificate of Analysis can be downloaded on this page, and lot-specific COAs are available on request.
We quote multi-pallet, full-truckload and recurring orders. Call us or request a quote and we'll get back to you fast.
