E-Limit

Ethylene oxide

CAS Number

75-21-8

Last Revised

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TWA Limit

0.1 ppm

STEL

1 ppm

Ceiling Limit

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Notes & Notations
  • ACGIH A2 - Suspected human carcinogen (cancer causing)
  • IARC 1 - Carcinogenic to humans (cancer causing)
  • OHSR 5.57 is applicable for this designated substance
Basis of B.C. Exposure Limit
Minimize the potential for:
  • Adverse effects to lungs, liver, kidneys, endocrine system, blood-forming elements and central nervous system
  • Cancer
  • Note: There may be other potential health effects; refer to ACGIH TLV Documentation and other relevant references.
Synonyms:

Epoxyethane

IDLH:

800 ppm

 (Source: NIOSH)
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