Isopropanol COSHH data sheet: hazards, exposure limit and SDS summary

A highly flammable solvent used as a disinfectant and cleaner. Vapour irritates the eyes and can cause drowsiness in poorly ventilated spaces.

Hazard data from the HSE GB MCL, the ECHA C&L Inventory and HSE EH40, checked 8 September 2026. Classification checked automatically against the HSE GB mandatory classification list (version 8) and the ECHA C&L inventory on 9 September 2026. Confirm the concentration and form against the supplier data sheet for the product you use.

Identification

CAS number	67-63-0
EC number	200-661-7
Physical form	liquid
Signal word	DANGER
Pictograms	GHS02 Flammable; GHS07 Harmful or irritant
Routes of exposure	inhalation, eyes, skin

Hazard classification

Harmonised classification from the GB mandatory classification list (index 603-117-00-0).

Flammable liquid, category 2
Eye irritation, category 2
Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure, category 3

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Workplace exposure limit

Reference period	ppm	mg/m³
Long term (8 hour TWA)	400	999
Short term (15 minute)	500	1250

What the two limits and the notations mean: workplace exposure limits and EH40 explained.

Products that contain it

Common products whose hazard data comes from this record. The concentration and form vary, so always check the product data sheet.

Isopropyl alcohol 70% wipes (Various). Ready to use wipes. Low quantity per use; keep tubs closed.
Isopropyl alcohol 99.9% (Various). Neat solvent. Highly flammable; store in a flammables cabinet.

Common uses

Surface disinfection
Hand sanitiser
Screen and electronics cleaning
Degreasing

First aid

Eyes: rinse with water for several minutes. Inhaled: move to fresh air. Swallowed: rinse mouth and call NHS 111.

In an emergency call 999. For advice call NHS 111. Always follow section 4 of the safety data sheet for the product you have.

Storage

Flammables cabinet, closed container, away from heat and ignition sources.

Sources

HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list (GB MCL), Index 603-117-00-0. Checked 8 September 2026.
ECHA C&L Inventory, CAS 67-63-0, ECHA 100.000.601. Checked 8 September 2026.
HSE EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits (2020 edition), Table 1. Checked 8 September 2026.

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