70% vs 99% Isopropyl Alcohol: A Buying Guide
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Buying isopropyl alcohol (IPA) starts with the job, not simply the highest percentage on the bottle. Concentration, intended use, packaging and the directions on the actual product all matter. This guide helps Canadian businesses compare options before ordering.
What does the percentage mean?
The concentration describes how much isopropyl alcohol is in the solution. A 70% product and a 99% product are different formulations; a higher number does not make one suitable for every task. Also check the alcohol type: ethyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol are not interchangeable product names.
Choose the labelled use first
For a task involving skin, select a product specifically labelled for that use. For equipment or surfaces, follow both the product label and the equipment manufacturer's instructions. Do not assume an IPA jug is a licensed surface disinfectant, a medical device reprocessing product or an electronics cleaner merely because it contains alcohol.
The CDC's review of chemical disinfectants explains that concentration affects antimicrobial performance. That general guidance does not replace the directions or authorized claims of the specific product you buy.
Compare Sllic IPA formats
- Sllic 70% IPA, 4 L: 1-, 4- and 8-jug options. Check the listing for its licensed use and current availability.
- Sllic 99% IPA, 4 L: a separate concentration and listing with its own specifications.
- Sllic 99% IPA, 1 L format: compare the bottle format and pack quantity with your purchasing needs.
Review each listing rather than transferring a claim or licence number from one concentration to another. Browse the isopropyl alcohol collection to compare the current range.
Work out how much to order
Compare total litres, not just the price of a pack. Four 4 L jugs contain 16 L; eight contain 32 L. Divide the pack price by the total litres for a useful unit-price comparison. Then consider usage, storage space and the handling requirements on the label and safety data sheet.
Before checkout
- Confirm the concentration and alcohol type required for the task.
- Check that the label covers the intended use.
- Choose a container format your team can handle appropriately.
- Review compatibility, storage and handling instructions.
- Compare equivalent volumes and pack quantities.
Common buying questions
Is 99% IPA always better than 70%?
No. Choose according to the intended use and product directions. Concentration alone is not a universal quality score.
Can the same licence apply to both?
Verify the licence against the exact product and formulation. A licence for one product does not establish the authorized uses of another.
Need help with an ongoing supply order?
Contact Sllic with the product name, required format and quantity, or explore a corporate wholesale account.