Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Explained

EPA is committed to providing meaningful, understandable, and actionable information on Ethylene Oxide (EtO) to the American public. The information provided here is intended to explain some of the important background information needed to understand the details of specific actions EPA takes to address EtO, and other emerging events related to EtO. It covers the following topics:

1. Our Current Understanding of Ethylene Oxide
2. EtO Risks and Your Health
3. Addressing and Learning About Ethylene Oxide