While it may look like water, isopropyl alcohol can be dangerous. It is extremely flammable; even the vapors can catch fire. As such, isopropyl alcohol should never be used around open flames, sparks, or other sources that could easily ignite it.Furthermore, isopropyl alcohol can be toxic and even fatal if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Take precautions when handling it. These precautions should include:only using isopropyl alcohol in a well-ventilated areawashing your hands after coming into contact with isopropyl alcoholavoiding splashing isopropyl alcohol into your eyes or mouthkeeping isopropyl alcohol out of the reach of childrenstoring isopropyl alcohol properly when not using it