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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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Carbon dioxide as alternative to sterilization using ethylene oxide

Ethylene oxide is a disinfectant used in different sectors such as food industry. It is classified as carcinogen, mutagen and reproductive toxicant of category 1B. It may be substituted by different other less hazardous chemicals or technologies. Carbon dioxide may be used as an effective and less toxic alternative.

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Substitution von Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxan (endokriner wirksamer und fortpflanzungsgefährdender Stoff) als Bestandteil von Zitrusfrucht-Wachs

Eine Studie wurde im Rahmen eines CCOO Projektes zur Prävention von Gefährdungen am Arbeitsplatz durch Stoffe, die toxisch für Reproduktion, Schwangerschaft und Stillen sind, durchgeführten. Die Studie untersuchte verschiedene Chemikalien, die während der Lagerung, der Distribution und der Verarbeitung von Zitrusfrüchten verwendet wurden. Experten der Gewerkschaft fanden heraus, dass das für Orangen verwendete Wachs Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxan (endokriner wirksamer und fortpflanzungsgefährdender Stoff) enthielt. Das Produkt wurde durch ein alternatives Wachs ähnlicher Zusammensetzung substituiert, welches Methylsilikon-Harz enthält.

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Substitution of  Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (endocrine disruptor and toxic for reproduction) used in citrus waxing

A study was carried out within the scope of a project carried out by CCOO for the prevention of toxic hazards for reproduction, pregcy and breast-feeding at the workplace. The study analyzed several chemicals used during the storage, distribution and handling of citrus.

Union experts detected that the waxing compound used for oranges contained Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane, (endocrine disruptor and toxic for reproduction). The product was eventually substituted by an alternative wax with a similar composition containing methyl silicone resin.

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