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Understanding the Context

Ethylene oxide (EtO) is a colorless gas used to make other chemicals that are used in making a range of products, including antifreeze, textiles, plastics, detergents and adhesives. EtO is also found in tobacco smoke. In addition, very small amounts of EtO exist in nature, including in the human body. Low levels of ethylene oxide have been measured in the air in many areas of the United States without any known source; everyone is exposed to some EtO.

Key Insights

Ethylene oxide (EtO) is a flammable, colorless gas at temperatures above 51.3 oF (10.7 oC) that smells like ether at toxic levels. EtO is found in the production of solvents, antifreeze, textiles, detergents, adhesives, polyurethane foam, and pharmaceuticals. Ethylene oxide (EtO) is a flammable, colorless, and reactive gas. It is a synthetic chemical created as a byproduct of human (i.e., anthropogenic) activities or generated as a natural metabolic product of ethylene by microbes, plants, and animals, including humans (i.e., biogenic). How might I be exposed to EtO?

Final Thoughts

People who live near facilities releasing EtO may be exposed to EtO. Because EtO emissions are regulated by EPA, these facilities have equipment to capture most of the EtO emitted. The amount escaping the facility’s controls are called fugitive emissions. Review best practices and troubleshooting tips for logging in. This webinar focuses on best practices for logging into the ETO (Efforts to Outcomes) system, addressing both user and administrator perspectives.