Halothane
Synonyms & Trade Names
1-Bromo-1-chloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethane, 2-Bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-bromo-2-chloroethane, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-bromo-1-chloroethane
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
C 2 ppm (16.2 mg/m3) [60-minute] [*Note: REL for exposure to waste anesthetic gas.]OSHA PEL
noneMeasurement Methods
Physical Description
Clear, colorless liquid with a sweetish, pleasant odor.
[inhalation anesthetic]
Molecular Weight
197.4
Boiling Point
122°F
Freezing Point
-180°F
Solubility
0.3%
Vapor Pressure
243 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
1.87
Flash Point
NA
Upper Explosive Limit
NA
Lower Explosive Limit
NA
Noncombustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
May attack rubber & some plastics; sensitive to light.
[Note: Light causes decomposition. May be stabilized with 0.01% thymol.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, analgesia, anesthesia; cardiac arrhythmias; liver, kidney damage; decreased audio-visual performance; In Animals: reproductive effects
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, reproductive system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
See also
INTRODUCTION
ICSC CARD: 0277
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content
source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health