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CAS Number: 75-21-8. A colorless, flammable, toxic compound used especially in synthesis of other chemicals, and in sterilization and fumigation. Chemical formula = C2H4O. Molecular weight = 44.1 g/mol. Learn More...
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| ethylene oxide |
means the substance identified as a toxic air contaminant by the Air Resources Board in 17 CCR Section 93000.
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| ethylene oxide |
A gas used in the manufacture of ethylene glycol, acrylonitrile and other compounds used as sterilising agents
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| ethylene oxide |
EO is a colorless, flammable gas that can be used in its 100% concentration or in compounds with such inert chemicals as Carbon Dioxide (CO2 ) or Chlorofluorohydrocarbons (CFHC). It is an alkylating agent whose reaction is primarily with nucleophilic groups: amines, alcohols, phenols, organic and inorganic acids, and water. Its biochemical reactions are with the ring nitrogens of purine and pyrimidine bases and the amino acids and proteins. ...
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