Ethylene oxide is a manufactured chemical that is used for the production of ethylene glycol, an intermediary to an array of commercial and consumer products such as plastics, detergents and antifreeze. It is also used as a sterilizing agent for medical supplies and as a fumigant in agriculture. Ethylene oxide may be seen in applications such as:

• Chemical production in manufacturing facilities
• Sterilization of equipment in laboratories and hospitals
• Fumigation of crops in agriculture