SB3640 Summary: Ethylene Oxide Restrictions

• Limits ethylene oxide use to sterilization of medical products only, and only if the EPA determines no substitute sterilization technology exists.

• Requires the Agency to prohibit all uses of ethylene oxide by January 1, 2022, and to reevaluate emissions standards based on the latest scientific evidence.

• Prohibits ethylene oxide use for purposes other than medical product sterilization beginning 30 days after the bill's effective date.

• Denies air pollution operating permit renewals for facilities emitting ethylene oxide at levels violating federal or state standards.

• Requires the Agency to reopen and modify existing CAAPP permits allowing ethylene oxide use within 30 days of approving new emissions regulations.