Isopropyl Acetate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 108-21-4, Propan-2-yl acetate, 2-Propyl acetate, 2-Acetoxypropane, Acetic acid, 1-methylethyl ester, Isopropyl ethanoate, Isopropylacetat, Paracetat, Isopropylacetaat
Synthetic
Solvent
Clean
Isopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion, inhalation and skin absorption. Used as a solvent.
Solubility 1 to 10 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C5H10O2
Mol. Weight
102.13
CAS #
108-21-4
Form
Liquid
State
Isopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion,
Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Dissolves Ingredients
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
A synthetic solvent developed for cosmetic use in the 20th century. Used as a volatile carrier and drying agent in nail products, fragrances, and aerosol formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR