Isopropyl Alcohol 99.9% AR 2.5L
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) has many uses in laboratories, including:
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Preserving biological specimensIsopropyl alcohol is a relatively non-toxic alternative to formaldehyde and other synthetic preservatives. Solutions of 70–99% isopropyl alcohol are used for this purpose.Â
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DNA extractionIsopropyl alcohol is added to a DNA solution to precipitate the DNA, which then forms a pellet after centrifugation. This is possible because DNA is insoluble in isopropyl alcohol.Â
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Cleaning and disinfectingIPA is a cost-effective and high-efficacy laboratory product that doesn’t damage the items you use it on. It removes dirt, grease, and contaminants from various surfaces.Â
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SolventIPA is used as a solvent for gums, shellac, and essential oils.Â
IPA has many other uses, including:
- Antifreeze productsÂ
- Quick-drying inks and oilsÂ
- Body rubs, hand lotions, after-shave lotions, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticalsÂ
- Denaturing ethanol (ethyl alcohol)Â
Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol, has many uses, including:
- Medical: Used in hand sanitizers, rubbing alcohol, and wet wipes. It’s also used as an antiseptic for skin and instruments.Â
- Household: Used to clean makeup brushes, jewelry, and prevent ring around the collar. You can also use it to make a room deodorizer by adding a few drops of essential oil to rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle.Â
- Industrial: Used as a solvent for resins, gums, and creosote. It’s also used in quick-drying inks and oils.Â
- Cosmetics: Used in body rubs, hand lotions, and after-shave lotions.Â
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceuticals.Â
- Other: Used in antifreezes, lacquers, dyes, cleaners, and other chemicals.Â
Isopropyl alcohol is a colorless liquid with a sharp, musty odor. It’s flammable and can be dangerous if inhaled or comes into contact with the skin
Propanol-2-ol (Isopropyl Alcohol) AR 2,5Lt
Isopropyl Alcohol 99.9% AR 2.5L