Isopropyl alcohol

Isopropyl alcohol, also known as 2-propanol, propan-2-ol, or just isopropanol, is a chemical compound made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. It has the chemical formula  or . Isopropyl alcohol is a common active ingredient in rubbing alcohol. It is also a common solvent, used in some nail polish removers and dry erase markers.

 Safety 
Isopropyl alcohol evaporates very quickly and is very flammable, so it should be kept away from fire or any potential ignition source.

Isopropyl alcohol is more toxic than ethanol, but less toxic than methanol. Death from isopropanol consumption is rare.

Related pages
1-Propanol

Category:Alcohols
Category:Oxygenates
Category:Alcohol solvents
Category:Isopropyl compounds
Category:Propane derivatives