Metalibergas S.L.

Industrial sterilization and disinfestation

Metalibergas S.L. says it has more than 30 years of experience in ethylene oxide (ETO) sterilization and industrial disinfestation of food products. Its work focuses on reducing microorganisms and pests to protect the sanitary quality of treated products.

Services and applications

The company applies ethylene oxide sterilization to a wide range of materials, although it warns that not all materials are suitable for the process. Products it sterilizes include:

• Medical products
• Pharmaceutical products
• Personal care products
• Food-industry products
• Electronic products

It also offers quality-control and microbiological testing services to check whether products meet safety and hygiene standards.

Process and turnaround

According to the company, typical processing takes 24 to 48 hours, including preparation and subsequent aeration. The company says it follows safety protocols and complies with local and international regulations applicable to ethylene oxide sterilization.

Regulations and context

Metalibergas S.L. states that ethylene oxide has been banned as a pesticide in the European Union since 1991 and that residual levels in food are regulated under Regulation (EC) No. 396/2005. The company says that while the EU and United Kingdom regulate its use, countries such as Canada, the United States, and India permit it in food. It provides information about import authorizations for products treated with ethylene oxide, depending on the destination country.

Location and contact

The company is at Ctra. Alto de las Atalayas 216, 30110 Cabezo de Torres, Murcia. Phone: 968 832 170 or 619 875 939. Email: jose@carburosmetalicos.es.

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