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Fluoromethyl 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoroisopropyl ether, 98+%
Description
Fluoromethyl 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoroisopropyl ether is a volatile anesthetic, which inhibits the activation of inflammatory neutrophil and granulocyte in human blood during simulated extracorporeal circulation. It also serves as an antibacterial and used as an inhalational anaesthetic for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. Further, it finds application in anesthesia of children and infants to make them asleep for surgery. In addition to this, it is used in veterinary medicine.
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Fluoromethyl 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoroisopropyl ether is a volatile anesthetic, which inhibits the activation of inflammatory neutrophil and granulocyte in human blood during simulated extracorporeal circulation. It also serves as an antibacterial and used as an inhalational anaesthetic for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. Further, it finds application in anesthesia of children and infants to make them asleep for surgery. In addition to this, it is used in veterinary medicine.
Solubility
Slightly miscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 1.505 |
Boiling Point | 58°C |
Quantity | 1 g |
Beilstein | 2041023 |
Merck Index | 14,8475 |
Solubility Information | Slightly miscible with water. |
Formula Weight | 200.06 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Fluoromethyl 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoroisopropyl ether |
Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 000-000-0 |
RTECSNumber | KO0737000 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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