NIOSH Publication No. 2005-151:

NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

September 2005

Fluoroxene

CAS
406-90-6

CF3CH2OCH=CH2

RTECS
KO4250000
Synonyms & Trade Names

2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxyethene; 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl vinyl ether
DOT ID & Guide

Exposure
Limits

NIOSH REL*: C 2 ppm (10.3 mg/m3) [60-minute] [*Note: REL for exposure to waste anesthetic gas.]
OSHA PEL: none
IDLH
N.D. See: IDLH INDEX
Conversion
1 ppm = 5.16 mg/m3
Physical Description
Liquid. [inhalation anesthetic] [Note: A gas above 109°F.]
MW: 126.1
BP: 109°F
FRZ: ?
Sol: ?
VP: 286 mmHg
IP: ?

Sp.Gr: 1.14
Fl.P: ?
UEL: ?
LEL: ?

Combustible Liquid [potentially EXPLOSIVE!]
Incompatibilities & Reactivities

None reported
Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Personal Protection & Sanitation
(See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation

First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
Irritation eyes; central nervous system depression, analgesia, anesthesia, convulsions, respiratory depression
Target Organs
Eyes, central nervous system
See also: INTRODUCTION