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ESBO (Epoxidized Soybean Oil)

ESBO (epoxidized soybean oil) is a bio-based plasticizer and stabilizer for PVC applications. Derived from renewable soybean oil, ESBO is approved for food-contact packaging and medical devices. Equilex supplies food-grade and technical-grade ESBO across Europe with full traceability.
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  • Synonyms: ESBO, Epoxidized soybean oil, ESO, Vikoflex 7190
Products specifications
  • EINECS number
    232-391-0
  • CAS number
    8013-07-8
  • Technical Data Sheet
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Equilex is a reliable European supplier of epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO), providing bio-based plasticizers and stabilizers to the PVC and coatings industries with full food-contact compliance.

Applications of ESBO

  • PVC Stabilization: Heat stabilizer and secondary plasticizer for flexible PVC in food packaging and medical devices
  • Food-Contact Packaging: FDA and EU-approved plasticizer for cling films, bottle caps, and flexible containers
  • Medical Applications: Plasticizer for medical tubing, blood bags, and IV components meeting USP Class VI
  • Sustainable Plasticizers: Renewable alternative to petroleum-based plasticizers in green PVC formulations

Why Choose Equilex for ESBO?

  • Food-Contact Expertise: Full regulatory support for FDA and EU compliance
  • Sustainability Traceability: Documentation of renewable content and ISCC certification
  • Quality Consistency: Reliable oxirane content, color, and purity specifications
  • Technical Support: Guidance on ESBO dosage and PVC processing optimization
  • Physical & Chemical Properties:
    • Appearance: Clear liquid
    • Form: Liquid
    • Purity: Industrial grade
    • Storage: Cool, dry place

Common questions about ESBO (Epoxidized Soybean Oil)

What is ESBO used for?

ESBO is used as a secondary plasticizer and heat stabilizer in PVC formulations, particularly for food-contact packaging, medical tubing, and flexible films. It also functions as a reactive diluent in epoxy resins and coatings.

Yes, ESBO is approved for food-contact applications under EU Regulation 10/2011 and FDA 21 CFR 178.3740. Food-grade ESBO meets strict purity requirements for migration limits and complies with pharmacopeial standards for medical applications.

ESBO is a non-phthalate, bio-based alternative to traditional phthalate plasticizers. While it provides lower plasticizing efficiency than DOP or DINP, ESBO offers excellent heat stability, FDA approval, and renewable content for sustainable formulations.

We supply food-grade ESBO (meeting FDA/EU food-contact standards) and technical-grade ESBO for non-food PVC applications. Contact us with your application requirements for specification sheets and regulatory documentation.

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