Reliable Low-Temperature Sterilisation Gas with High Purity Grades and Flexible Packaging
Ethylene oxide (EO) is a flammable, colorless gas with a characteristic sweet odor. It is widely used as a chemical intermediate and low-temperature sterilisation agent. At room temperature, EO is primarily used to produce chemicals such as antifreeze, surfactants, and other specialty compounds. Smaller quantities are also employed as pesticides and, most importantly, as a sterilising gas for medical devices and industrial applications.
BluNet Ethylene Oxide Offerings
BluNet provides high-purity ethylene oxide in various cylinder and tank options, designed for safe handling and storage. Our flexible packaging solutions include:
- Standard ethylene oxide cylinders
- Large ethylene oxide gas cylinders
- Specialized ETO gas cylinders
These options ensure secure delivery for industrial, medical, and laboratory applications, meeting diverse operational and safety requirements.
Ethylene Oxide Specifications
| Raw Material | Ethylene Oxide | Origin | Sinopec 2# – 2019-02-350 |
| Quantity | 3 tons | Sampling Method | Bottle Sampling |
| Inspection Standard | GB/T 13098-2008 | ||
| Item | Specification | Measured Value | Conclusion |
| C2H4O (%) | ≥ 99.95 | 99.99 | Complies with standard |
| Appearance | Colorless, transparent, no visible impurities | Colorless, transparent, no visible impurities | Complies with standard |
| Total Aldehydes (as Acetaldehyde, %) | ≤ 0.003 | Refer to COA | Complies with standard |
| Acidity (as Acetic Acid, %) | ≤ 0.002 | Refer to COA | Complies with standard |
| CO2 (%) | ≤ 0.001 | < 0.0005 | Complies with standard |
| H2O (%) | ≤ 0.01 | 0.0062 | Complies with standard |
| Hazen Color (Pt-Co) | ≤ 5 | Refer to COA | Complies with standard |
Cylinder and Tank Specifications
DSW provides high-quality cylinders and tanks for ethylene oxide, designed for safe storage, handling, and transport. Key specifications include:
- Cylinder Diameter: φ850 mm
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Volume: 800 L
- Cylinder Height: 1561 mm
- Weight (empty): 184 kg
- Maximum Fill with Pure EO Gas: 630 kg
These cylinders and tanks comply with industrial safety standards and are suitable for both medical and industrial ethylene oxide applications.
Typical Applications
Medical Device Manufacturers
Ethylene oxide is widely used by medical device manufacturers for low-temperature sterilisation, ensuring safety and sterility without damaging sensitive equipment. Common applications include:
- Syringes, catheters, and intravenous (IV) sets
- Plastic injection-moulded components
- Surgical kits and wound care products
Hospitals & Sterile Processing Departments (CSSD)
In healthcare facilities, EO gas is crucial for sterilising heat-sensitive instruments and devices that cannot tolerate high-temperature autoclaving:
- Endoscopes, delicate surgical instruments, and other sensitive medical tools
- Medical packaging that requires pathogen-free sterilisation
Industrial Applications
Beyond healthcare, ethylene oxide is employed in industrial and laboratory settings for precise sterilisation and material treatment:
- Laboratory consumables and analytical instruments
- Electronics, sensors, and delicate components
- Sterilisation of packaging materials for pharmaceuticals and sensitive products
Storage and Safety
Ethylene oxide is highly flammable and requires careful handling using certified equipment. Always avoid heat or ignition sources and ensure proper ventilation and gas detection systems are in place.
- Store cylinders in cool, well-ventilated areas
- Keep cylinders upright and properly secured
- Follow ISO 11135 sterilisation process requirements
BluNet Ethylene Oxide enables effective low-temperature sterilisation, penetrating packaging and complex medical devices to eliminate pathogens and ensure complete sterility, including large palletised loads of devices.
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