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Methoxyflurane |
CAS 76-38-0 | ||
CHCl2CF2OCH3 |
RTECS KN7820000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names 2,2-Dichloro-1,1-difluoroethyl methyl ether; 2,2-Dichloro-1,1-difluoro-1-methoxyethane; Methoflurane; Methoxyfluorane; Penthrane |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL*: C 2 ppm (13.5 mg/m3) [60-minute] [*Note: REL for exposure to waste anesthetic gas.] | ||
| OSHA PEL: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 6.75 mg/m3 | ||
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Physical Description Colorless liquid with a fruity odor. [inhalation anesthetic] |
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MW: 165.0 |
BP: 220°F |
FRZ: -31°F |
Sol: Slight |
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VP: 23 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr(77°F): 1.42 |
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Fl.P: ? |
UEL: ? |
LEL(176°F): 7% |
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities None reported |
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Measurement Methods None available See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: No recommendation Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes; central nervous system depression, analgesia, anesthesia, convulsions, respiratory depression; liver, kidney injury; in animals: reproductive, teratogenic effects | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, reproductive system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |