New air guidance is available for ethylene oxide
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has developed health-based guidance for ethylene oxide (EtO) in air. EtO is a colorless, flammable gas commonly detected at low levels in outdoor air. EtO is most often used during the production of other chemicals including antifreeze, plastics, detergents, and upholstery. EtO is also used as a fumigant to control insects and as a sterilizing agent. Hospitals and certain industries use EtO to sterilize medical equipment or devices.
For more information, please refer to the MDH Air Guidance Values table.
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