General

Synonyms: 1-chloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethyldifluoromethyl ether, isofluorane, forane, aerrane
Use: anaesthetic
Molecular formula: C₃H₂ClF₅O
CAS No: 26675-46-7
EC No: 247-897-7

Physical data

Appearance: colourless liquid
Melting point:
Boiling point:
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure: 330 mm Hg at 25 C
Density (g cm^-3): 1.45
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: insoluble
 

Stability

Stable.

Toxicology

Irritant. Chronic exposure may be harmful. Anaesthetic.

Toxicity data
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IHL-RAT LC50 15300 ppm/3h

Risk phrases
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R36 R37 R38.

Transport information

Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

Safety glasses, good ventilation.

Safety phrases
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S26 S36 S37 S39.

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