Isopropyl alcohol is the chemical compound that has the chemical formulas C₃H₈O, C₃H₇OH or CH₃CHOHCH₃. It is colorless, flammable and has a strong odour. It is used as a coating and paint solvent, in cement, primer paint, paint and ink production, and as a cleaning and drying agent in liquid soap and detergents. Isopropyl alcohol is a secondary alcohol and carries over 3 carbons.
