Hazardous Air Pollutants: Ethylene Oxide (EtO)

National Public Webinar on Ethylene Oxide Risks

Learn about specific commercial sterilization facilities where lifetime risk levels are the highest to people who live nearby.

Watch a recording of the national webinar hosted by EPA
EPA is taking steps to address emissions of ethylene oxide from some types of industrial facilities across the country.

EtO Explained

Ethylene oxide is a flammable, colorless gas used to make other chemicals that are used in making a range of products, including antifreeze, textiles, plastics, detergents and adhesives. Ethylene oxide also is used to sterilize equipment and plastic devices that cannot be sterilized by steam, such as medical equipment. EPA is committed to reducing risks from ethylene oxide.