Major Category
Other Uses
Synonyms
Ultane;1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-(fluoromethoxy)propane; Sevofluran; [PubChem] Sojourn; Sevorane; Piramal; [ACGIH TLVs and BEIs]
Category
Waste Anesthetic Gases
Description
A clear, nonflammable colorless liquid with a non-irritating odor; [ACGIH TLVs and BEIs]
Sources/Uses
Used as an inhalation anesthetic; [ACGIH TLVs and BEIs]
Comments
TLV Basis = CNS impairment; Human data demonstrates sedation starting at 2,000 ppm. "Epidemiologic studies provide inconsistent evidence regarding the role of sevoflurane in adverse health effects, including spontaneous abortion, congenital abnormalities, kidney and liver damage, genotoxicity, and developmental neurotoxicity." [ACGIH TLVs and BEIs]
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Insufficient data
Explanatory Notes
See 2023 "Notice of Intended Changes" for TLV; [ACGIH TLVs and BEIs]
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: