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Polycyclic Compounds > Macrocyclic Compounds > Ethers, Cyclic > Epoxy Compounds > Ethylene Oxide
Organic Chemicals > Ethers > Ethers, Cyclic > Epoxy Compounds > Ethylene Oxide

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Ethylene Oxide  

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  • Oxirane

Scope note

  • A colorless and flammable gas at room temperature and pressure. Ethylene oxide is a bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal disinfectant. It is effective against most micro-organisms, including viruses. It is used as a fumigant for foodstuffs and textiles and as an agent for the gaseous sterilization of heat-labile pharmaceutical and surgical materials. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p794)

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