The EPA is under pressure to decrease ethylene oxide (EtO) usage in sterilization facilities. However, the FDA has warned that facility closures will lead to medical device shortages. According to a recent MedTechDive article, the Environmental Protection Agency may soon require reporting on usage for sterilization at manufacturing facilities.
EPA Considers Reporting Requirements for EtO Usage
Boston Scientific and Sterigenics are potential targets for the new sterilization reporting protocol.
Nov 8, 2021
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