Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Chemical Indicators are designed to monitor the exposure of medical instruments and packaging materials to the ETO sterilization process. These indicators provide a distinct and irreversible color change upon successful exposure, offering a reliable visual confirmation of the sterilization cycle

Chemical Indicators
ETO Sterilization Chemical Indicators

Product Description:

ETO Chemical Indicators are used to ensure that the sterilization process conditions have been met inside sterilizer chambers. These indicators are suitable for internal use in instrument trays, pouches, and wrapped items. The color change occurs when all critical variables of the ETO cycle — gas concentration, temperature, humidity, and time — are achieved.

Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Details

Sterilization Method

Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilization

Indicator Type

Chemical Indicator, Class 1 or Class 4 (ISO 11140-1)

Color Change

To: Brown (or as specified)

Exposure Conditions

Typically, 37–63 °C, 600–1200 mg/L ETO, 40–80% RH

Formats Available

Strips, Self-adhesive Labels, Indicator Cards

Response Time

Depends on cycle parameters (generally 1–4 hours of exposure)

Shelf Life

60 months (stored in a cool, dry place)

Packaging

250 indicators per pack

Compliance

ISO 11140-1, CE Marked

Applications:

Widely used in:

  • Hospitals and Surgical Centers

  • Central Sterile Supply Departments (CSSDs)

  • Pharmaceutical and Laboratory Facilities

  • Medical Device Manufacturing

Key Benefits:

  • Clear and reliable color change to verify sterilization

  • Conforms to international standards for chemical indicators

  • Easy visual interpretation — no instruments required

  • Enhances patient safety through consistent sterilization monitoring

  • Available in multiple formats to suit different packaging and workflows

Environmental & Safety Notes:

  • Non-toxic and latex-free materials

  • Lead-free and environmentally safe

  • Disposal according to facility protocol after use

Available Formats:

  • ETO Indicator Strips: For internal monitoring in packs

  • Self-Adhesive Indicator Labels: For documentation and labeling

  • Indicator Cards: For daily sterilizer testing or batch monitoring

Product Code: AL405D