Isopropanol Prices
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Intratec provides monthly prices of Isopropanol since 2007 in 5 countries: United States, China, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, South Africa, India, Netherlands. Price forecasts are also available in selected countries. By subscribing to Intratec Primary Commodity Prices, you access the latest prices of Isopropanol and up to 259 other commodities across 8 key industries. Plans start at $299 USD /year.
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Data Legend. Isopropanol prices in USA Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt) in 7 countries, as follows:
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United States: export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
China: import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
Saudi Arabia: import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
Brazil: import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades -
South Africa: export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades -
India: import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
Netherlands: export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades (1)
Note 1. Price forecasts (upcoming 9 months) available only to subscribers of the 'Pro' or 'Business' plans.
Data Methodology. The pricing data presented are, if not otherwise indicated, volume-weighted average transaction prices including contract and spot transactions in the locations specified. You can check here more information about the price data presented, and also further details about Intratec methodology.
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About Isopropanol. Isopropyl Alcohol (a.k.a. Isopropanol, 2-Propanol) is a colorless and flammable liquid with a strong odor. Isopropyl alcohol was among the first petrochemical products to be industrially manufactured - it has been produced since 1920. Today, it is one of the most produced lower alcohols (C1 to C5 alcohols), the third in commercial production, behind methanol and ethanol. Also, the future demand for this commodity is expected either to remain flat or to grow slightly.
The distribution of Isopropanol is typically done in railroad tank cars or tank trucks made of steel, in 3.8 glass jugs, and 19 an 208 L phenolic-lined steel pails and drums. Plain steel should be avoided if the Isopropanol contains water due to the risk of rusting. Stainless steel or baked phenolic-lined steel are the preferred materials for tanks if rust is not tolerated. Aluminum is not suitable for use, as it is attacked by Isopropanol, forming aluminum isopropoxide In case of anhydrous Isopropanol, carbon steel tanks can be used.
Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Isopropanol are listed below.
- Propylene (direct hydration)
- Propylene + sulfuric acid (indirect hydration)
- Acetone (hydrogenation)
The uses and applications of Isopropanol may vary according to its specification. The main forms of Isopropanol are anhydrous (99.8% min isopropanol); azeotropic (85% min isopropanol); cosmetic (91 vol% and anhydrous); and nanograde.
The main applications of Isopropyl Alcohol are as chemical intermediate and as solvent in the manufacturing of cements, primers, paints, varnishes, skin cleaners, perfumes, lotions, shampoos, and deodorants. It is also used as disinfectant and antiseptic. This commodity can be used in the manufacture of derivatives, such as: methyl isobutyl carbinol; methyl isobutyl ketone; acetone; glycerol; isopropyl acetate
