Queensbury, NY (Sterigenics US LLC - Kingsbury)
Sterigenics is located at 84 Park Road in Kingsbury, NY. The facility opened in 1994 and uses ethylene oxide (EtO) to sterilize medical devices. The facility operates 11 sterilization chambers, and to control emissions, the facility is equipped with a wet scrubber and a catalytic oxidizer. The catalytic oxidizer was installed in 1993, and the wet scrubber was installed in 1995.
What EPA is Doing to Address Ethylene Oxide
Later this year, EPA will propose strengthening current regulations for Ethylene Oxide Commercial Sterilizers. EPA will consider risk as part of the proposed regulations.
- Learn more about regulation for EtO Sterilization Facilities.
- For more information about actions you can take.
Community Updates
EPA hosted a virtual community meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. to share information about health risks from EtO.
Kingsbury, NY Community Meeting Recording
Kingsbury, NY Community Meeting Presentation (pdf)