Biosterile 9 (9% Ethylene Oxide balance Carbon Dioxide)
Biosterile 9 is used as a sterilising agent
C2H4O
Pure ethylene oxide is a highly flammable and toxic gas. However, 9% Ethylene Oxide balance Carbon Dioxide mixture is classified as non-flammable gas (class 2.2).
Uses
Typical articles sterilised with ethylene oxide include:
- Medicine bottles
- Surgeons’ gloves and instruments
- Cleanroom clothes
- Food containers
- First aid bandages
Gas Composition
Ethylene Oxide 9.0% ± 1.0%
Carbon dioxide balance
Impurities
Moisture ≤ 100 ppm
Compressed Gas Sizes
| Size | Product Code | Volume / m³ | Weight (Full) / KG | Pressure / KPA | Outlet Connection | Availability | Cert. of Conformance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 557142 | 30 kg | 85 kg | 5,600 | CGA 350 | Australia Wide |  Download |
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance
Flammability
Colourless Gas
Non Flammable
Hazard Class
2.2
UN Number
1952
Hazard Class
Non-flammable non-toxic gas 2.2
Data Sheet
Safety data sheet on ChemAlert.com
