Methoxyflurane
Also known as: 2,2-Dichloro-1,1-difluoroethyl methyl ether, 2,2-Dichloro-1,1-difluoro-1-methoxyethane, Metofane, Penthrane, Inhalan, Anecotan, Analgizer, DA-759, Methoxflurane, Methofane, Methoxane, Methoxyfluoran, Methflurane, Metoxfluran, Metoxifluran, MOF, Pentrane
Methoxyflurane (CAS 76-38-0) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4Cl2F2O and a molecular weight of 164.96600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -36°C, a boiling point of 103 °C, a density of 1.4262 and a flash point of 37°C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 76-38-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-7222-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4Cl2F2O
- Molecular Weight
- 164.96600 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -36°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 103 °C |
| Density | 1.4262 |
| Flash Point | 37°C |
| Exact Mass | 163.96100 |
| PSA | 9.23000 |
| LogP | 2.02930 |
| Refractive Index | 1.386 |
| Stability | Stability |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Occupational exposure to methoxyflurane administered for procedural sedation: an observational study of 40 exposures. Br J Anaesth. 2018 Jun;120(6):1435-1437. [2]. Porter KM, et al. The role of inhaled methoxyflurane in acute pain management. Open Access Emerg Med. 2018 Oct 18;10:149-164. [3]. Methoxyflurane nephrotoxicity. JAMA. 1971 Aug 16;217(7):958-9. [4]. Wharton RS, et al., Developmental toxicity of methoxyflurane in mice. Anesth Analg. 1980 Jun;59(6):421-5. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methoxyflurane?
The CAS number of Methoxyflurane is 76-38-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methoxyflurane?
Methoxyflurane has molecular formula C3H4Cl2F2O and molecular weight 164.96600 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methoxyflurane?
For Methoxyflurane, Upstream Products: Methanol, 1,1-Dichloro-2,2-difluoroethene, Sodium methoxide; Downstream Products: Chloromethane, fluoromethane.
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