Description

Enflurane is a halogenated ether primarily used as an inhalation anesthetic agent. It is valued for its reliable anesthetic properties, offering a favorable balance of potency, controllability, and patient safety margins. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions developing or producing anesthetic formulations. Enflurane CAS NO 13838-16-9 is a critical component in the medical and life science sectors.

Application

• Inhalation Anesthetic Agent: Primary use in general anesthesia for surgical procedures.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis and manufacturing of advanced anesthetic drugs.
• Veterinary Medicine: Employed as an anesthetic in veterinary surgical practices.
• Medical Research: Serves as a reference standard and active compound in pharmacological and toxicological studies.
• Formulation Development: Used in R&D for creating stable and effective anesthetic delivery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Enflurane
CAS No.	13838-16-9
Molecular Formula	C3H2ClF5O
Molecular Weight	184.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1,1,2-trifluoroethyl difluoromethyl ether; Ethrane (Trade Name); Compound 347; NSC 115944; 1-Chloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethyl difluoromethyl ether; Anesthetic Ether, Halogenated; Inhalation Anesthetic
EINECS	237-553-5

Quality Control

Our Enflurane is produced and tested to meet stringent pharmaceutical-grade standards. Quality assurance protocols include identity confirmation, purity verification, and impurity profiling to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Acidity (as HCl)	Passes test
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.1%; Total impurities ≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.516 - 1.520
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.302 - 1.306

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.