Sterigenics sources cobalt-60 (Co-60) for gamma sterilization primarily from Nordion. Ethylene Oxide (EO) is obtained from multiple global suppliers, including a single U.S. supplier with redundant production facilities to ensure supply reliability. Sterigenics holds a U.S. license to distribute EO for self-supply if necessary. The company operates 48 sterilization facilities across 13 countries, located near customer manufacturing and distribution sites. These facilities require substantial capital investment, technical expertise, and regulatory compliance, with most certified to ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 standards. Nordion, a leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiation systems, serves customers including Sterigenics and medical device manufacturers. Approximately 90% of Nordion’s revenues come from multi-year contracts. Nordion supports customers throughout the Co-60 lifecycle, including handling, recycling, logistics, and regulatory and technical services.
Sotera Health's Comment on Supply Chain
Sterigenics sources cobalt-60 (Co-60) for gamma sterilization primarily from Nordion. Ethylene Oxide (EO) is obtained from multiple global suppliers, including a single U.S. supplier with redundant production facilities to ensure supply reliability. Sterigenics holds a U.S. license to distribute EO for self-supply if necessary. The company operates 48 sterilization facilities across 13 countries, located near customer manufacturing and distribution sites. These facilities require substantial capital investment, technical expertise, and regulatory compliance, with most certified to ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 standards. Nordion, a leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiation systems, serves customers including Sterigenics and medical device manufacturers. Approximately 90% of Nordion’s revenues come from multi-year contracts. Nordion supports customers throughout the Co-60 lifecycle, including handling, recycling, logistics, and regulatory and technical services.
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