New Tazewell, Tennessee (DeRoyal Industries)
DeRoyal Industries is located at 1135 Highway 33, South New Tazewell, TN. The facility uses ethylene oxide (EtO) to sterilize medical equipment and materials. DeRoyal Industries began operation in 1973 and is a manufacturer and commercial sterilizer of medical equipment. The current facility on Hwy 33 has process equipment that is controlled by acid water scrubbers and a catalytic oxidizer. An expansion of the facility was permitted in 2020, and the permit was revised in 2021 to reflect additional controls added to the design of the expanded facility.
What EPA is Doing to Address Ethylene Oxide
Later this year, EPA will propose strengthening current regulations for EtO commercial sterilizers. EPA will consider risk as part of the proposed regulations.
- Learn more about regulation for EtO Sterilization Facilities.
- More information about actions you can take.
Community Updates
EPA hosted a hybrid community meeting on June 1, 2023, to share information about health risks from EtO.
June 1, 2023 New Tazewell, TN Community Meeting Recording
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