Bulk import of Ethylene Oxide gas proposed

The commerce ministry has proposed bulk import of Ehylene oxide gas replacing the current cumbersome practice of bringing it in cylinders. The proposal includes setting up a bottling plant of the gas making it easy and cheaper for the local users. The gas is used mainly in textile and pharmaceutical industries. Official sources said the proposal will have to be approved by Cabinet Economic Affairs Committee—the highest policymaking body of the government dealing with the permission of importing such product. The Cabinet body is scheduled to hold a meeting on March 27 to consider the commerce ministry’s proposal, said an official speaking on condition of anonymity, according to UNB.