On August 4, 2023, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final approval of Florida's SSM SIP submittals in the Federal Register.
On May 8, 2023, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a proposed approval of Florida's SSM SIP submittals in the Federal Register.
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.
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