Ethylene oxide is a common organic compound that is widely used in daily life. Here are some of the main uses of ethylene oxide in life:
- Disinfection of medical devices and supplies: Ethylene oxide is an effective bactericide and is widely used in hospitals, operating rooms, wards and medical equipment. Disinfection with ethylene oxide can effectively kill various microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores, thereby ensuring medical safety.
- Detergent production: Ethylene oxide can be used to produce various detergents, such as washing powder, cleaning agents and liquid detergents. These detergents can remove dirt and bacteria, keeping items clean and hygienic.
- Pharmaceutical production: Ethylene oxide is one of the commonly used raw materials in the pharmaceutical industry and can be used to produce a variety of drugs, such as antibiotics, analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs and anti-tumor drugs.
- Printing and dyeing industry: Ethylene oxide can be used to produce dyes and pigments, which can be used to print and dye various fabrics, such as cotton, linen, silk and wool.
- Personal protective equipment: Ethylene oxide can be used to produce personal protective equipment, such as masks and gloves. These products can protect people from germs, especially during the epidemic, wearing masks and gloves has become a necessary measure in people’s daily life.
It should be noted that although ethylene oxide is widely used in daily life, it is toxic, and long-term contact or inhalation of ethylene oxide may cause harm to the human body. Therefore, when using ethylene oxide, it is necessary to strictly control safety measures and follow relevant instructions and regulations. At the same time, consumers also need to pay attention to product instructions and warning signs when purchasing and using related products to ensure safe use.
