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EPOXIDIZED SOYBEAN OIL

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a collection of organic compounds obtained from the epoxidation of soybean oil.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is used as a plasticizer and stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a yellowish viscous liquid.

CAS: 8013-07-8
European Community (EC) Number: 232-391-0

Molecular Formula: C57H98O12
Molecular Weight: 975.4 g/mol

IUPAC Name: 2,3-bis[8-[3-[(3-pentyloxiran-2-yl)methyl]oxiran-2-yl]octanoyloxy]propyl 8-[3-[(3-pentyloxiran-2-yl)methyl]oxiran-2-yl]octanoate

Physical Description: Epoxidized vegetable oils is an odorless pale yellow oily liquid.
Floats on water.
Boiling Point: Very high
Flash Point: 585 °F
Density: 1 at 68 °F

Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESO) is a non-toxic, clear to yellow liquid that is used as a plasticizer and stabilizer in plastic materials, especially PVC and its copolymers.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used as a pigment dispersing agent and acid/mercaptan scavenging agent as well as an epoxy reactive diluent.

Epoxidized Soybean oil is the most readily available and one of the lowest-cost vegetable oils in the world.
Epoxidized soybean oil is the result of the oxidation of soybean oil with hydrogen peroxide and either acetic or formic acid.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is industrially available in large volume at a relatively low price.

Due to its low cost and biodegradability over traditional phthalate plasticizers, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is replacing dioctyl phthalate (DOP) in some applications.

Epoxidized soybean oil is a cost efficient choice for a variety of applications that also includes functional fluids, flavor and fragrances, sealants, coatings, and special inks.

Applications
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) is used as a plasticizer and stabilizer in plastic materials, especially PVC and its copolymers to keep these plastics soft and pliable.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used as a pigment dispersing agent and acid/mercaptan scavenging agent as well as an epoxy reactive diluent.

Soybean oil is one of the most readily available and lower-cost vegetable oils in the world.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is industrially available in large volume at a relatively low price.

Due to its low cost non-toxic and environmentally friendly properties, as well as its biodegradability over traditional phthalate plasticizers, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is replacing dioctyl phthalate (DOP) in some applications.

Epoxidized soybean oil is also used as a pigment dispersing agent and acid/mercaptan scavenging agent as well as an epoxy reactive diluent.
Epoxidized soybean oil and other epoxide substances are used as raw materials for various applications that include functional fluids, fuel additives, polyol replacements, agricultural and pharmaceutical molecules, flavor and fragrances, reactive diluents and UV cure applications, surfactants, adhesives, sealants, coatings, and special inks.

Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESO) is a non-toxic clear to yellow liquid that is the result of the oxidation of soybean oil with hydrogen peroxide and either acetic or formic acid.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is industrially available in large volume at a low price.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is an epoxidized glycerol fatty ester that is used as a plasticizer and stabilizer in plastic materials.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is especially useful in PVC and its copolymers to keep plastics and rubber soft and pliable.
The epoxy functionality provides excellent heat and light stability.

The term “epoxide” indicates three-membered cyclic ether in which an oxygen atom is jointed to each of two carbon atoms that are already bonded to each other.
The unhindered oxygen atom carries two unshared pairs of electrons, a structure that favors the formation of coordination complexes and the solvation of cations.
Because of equilateral triangle strain in this snall ring, epoxides are more reactive than larger ring ethers.

Epoxides undergo reactions such as C—O bond cleavage, nucleophilic addition, hydrolysis and reduction under mild conditions and more rapidly than other ethers.
Epoxides are formed by some oxidation reactions of alkenes with peracids.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is produced when soybean oil is combined and goes through a chemical reaction of epoxidation.
Vegetable oils are often used to combine with chemicals as they have a very high number of double bonds of carbon-carbon.

ESO or Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is made when soyabean oil goes through the epoxidation process, which increases its reactivity compared to the carbon-carbon double bond.
When epoxidized, the soybean oil turns into a suitable plasticizer and hydrochloric acid scavenger.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a liquid that is yellow in color, and it is used in PVC plastics in the form of a stabilizer and plasticizer.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used in compounds, gaskets, films, masterbatches, etc. for manufacturing various products, including:

- Sheet materials
- Sealing slips of refrigerators
- Artificial tubing
- Making packaging material
- Plastic wallpaper
- Artificial leather, and so on

Uses of Epoxidized Soybean Oil or ESO

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is readily available for industrial uses at a meager price because soyabean oil is also a low-cost vegetable oil that is easily available across the globe.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) has been quickly replacing DOP for various applications as it is environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

When we talk about the uses of Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO), it is mainly used as an epoxidized soybean oil plasticizer and stabilizer in PVC plastic, its copolymers, and various other plastics. Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) adds to the flexibility and softness of these plastics.

Epoxidized soybean oil is used to make glass jars that are used for food storage as these jars have gaskets to seal them, which are made using PVC.
PVC cling films also include Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) in them.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also an integral chemical used as a:

- Mercaptan/acid scavenging agent
- Reactive diluent
- Pigment dispersing agent

Lastly, epoxidized soybean oil is used in the form of raw material for various purposes such as pharmaceutical and agricultural molecules, functional fluids, polyol replacements, fuel additives, surfactants, coatings, sealants, special inks, and adhesives.

Manufacturing process

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is manufactured from soybean oil through the process of epoxidation.
Polyunsaturated vegetable oils are widely used as precursors to epoxidized oil products because they have high numbers of carbon-carbon double bonds available for epoxidation.
The epoxide group is more reactive than double bond, thus providing a more energetically favorable site for reaction and making the oil a good hydrochloric acid scavenger and plasticizer.
Usually a peroxide or a peracid is used to add an atom of oxygen and convert the -C=C- bond to an epoxide group

Uses
Food products that are stored in glass jars are usually sealed with gaskets made from PVC.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is one of the additives in the PVC gasket.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) serves as a plasticizer and a scavenger for hydrochloric acid released when the PVC degrades thermally, e.g. when the gasket is applied to the lid and food product undergoes sterilization.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used in PVC cling films for wrapping foods and toys.

Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESO) is produced through the oxidation of high iodine value unsaturated soybean oil with hydrogen peroxide and organic acids such as acetic acid or formic acid.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is primarily used as a co-plasticizer for flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and its copolymers.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) also acts as a secondary heat and light stabilizer, and it is especially valuable as a low cost and effective synergist to metallic stabilizer compounds in vinyl systems.
Acting as a polymeric type plasticizer due to its high molecular weight, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) resists migration, volatilization, and extraction.
In addition, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) acts as an acid scavenger for soy-based inks, agricultural chemicals, and insecticides.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) can be used as a pigment dispersion agent, chemical intermediate, additive for specialty coatings, adhesives, and urethanes, and in lubricants and cutting oils.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is compatible with PVC, Chlorinated rubber, ethyl cellulose, nitrocellulose, polyvinyl acetate, and some alkyds.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also approved by the FDA for use as an indirect food additive for food contact surfaces.
Because Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is non-toxic, bio-based, bio-degradable, and phthalate-free, it is a prime choice for sustainable and eco-friendly formulations.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a vegetable oil-based light coloured secondary plasticizer.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is manufactured from soybean oil through the process of epoxidation.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is been used widely as plasticizer because of high numbers of epoxidized carbon-carbon double bonds.
The epoxide group is more reactive due to double bonds, thus making it a good hydrochloric acid scavenger and plasticizer.

Applications

• Flexible PVC formulations
• As a co-stabilizing internal lubricant in Rigid PVC formulations
• Soya based inks
• Pesticides
• Insecticides
• As pigment dispersion agent
• As chemical intermediate
• Lubricants
• Cutting oils
• As an epoxy reactive diluent
• Functional fluids
• Fuel additives
• As a polyol replacement
• Agricultural and pharmaceutical molecules
• As a green carrier in flavor and fragrances
• In UV cure applications
• In surfactants
• Adhesives
• Sealants
• Coatings

Compatibility
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is compatible with a variety of surface coating materials like PVC, PVA, nitro cellulose, chlorinated rubber etc.
Being an acid acceptor, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) imparts stability to coating formulations besides better resistance to extraction by soap, detergent and salt solutions.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) also partially imparts resistance to migration compared to conventional plasticizers in surface coating formulations.
In addition, improves adhesion, toughness, gloss and chemical resistance of the film.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is used as a plasticizer and stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics.
Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.

Epoxidized soybean oil is a pale yellow, viscous liquid at ambient temperatures.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) has a mild vegetable odor.
Epoxidized soybean oil is primarily used as an additive (plasticizer or stabilizer) in the manufacture of plastics, adhesives and coatings.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used as an inert ingredient in agricultural pesticides (provides equipment corrosion protection), as a process regulator in the manufacture of other chemicals and as an industrial lubricant.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) acts synergistically with mixed metal liquid stabilizers in vinyl formulations as opposed to using either one alone.
In many cases, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) compliments the processing of “rework” or off-specification materials while it offers a potential stability factor which directly relates to the user cost base.

In clear plasticized compounds, it has also been proven that Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) can enhance the outdoor stability to cracking/crazing and overall color fade when used in conjunction with UV stabilizers, absorbers and antioxidants.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is resistant to gelation upon exposure to high temperatures.
In extremely thin blown film, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) prevents material buildup in extrusion dies.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) can be used primarily as a plasticizer in semi-rigid and rigid vinyl formulations when used as a process aid or for heat/light stability.

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is a bio-based plasticizer derived from soybean oil.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is produced through a chemical process called epoxidation, where soybean oil is reacted with hydrogen peroxide and an organic acid catalyst.
This reaction introduces epoxy groups into the molecular structure of the oil, resulting in the formation of Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO).

Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is commonly used as a plasticizer, a substance added to polymers to enhance their flexibility, durability, and processability.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) serves as an alternative to traditional phthalate-based plasticizers, which have raised concerns due to their potential health and environmental impacts.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) offers several advantages, including its non-toxic nature, high compatibility with various polymers, and good thermal and UV stability.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) improves the properties of materials such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) by imparting flexibility, heat resistance, and enhanced mechanical strength.
Additionally, Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) has found applications in food packaging, adhesives, sealants, coatings, and paints.

Applications:

· Plastic and Polymer Industry: Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is used as a plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) products, such as flexible films, cables, wires, and synthetic leather.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) improves the flexibility, thermal stability, and mechanical properties of the polymer.

· Food Packaging: Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is employed as a food-grade plasticizer in packaging materials to ensure the safe storage and transportation of food products.

· Adhesives and Coatings: Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is utilized in the formulation of adhesives and coatings to enhance their bonding strength, flexibility, and resistance to heat and moisture.

· Coatings and Paints: Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) acts as a coalescing agent and plasticizer in water-based coatings and latex paints.
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) improves film formation, adhesion, and durability of the coatings.

· Other Applications: Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) is also used in various applications such as lubricants, emulsifiers, agricultural chemicals, and as a stabilizer in other plastic formulations.

SYNONYMS:

8013-07-8
2,3-bis[8-[3-[(3-pentyloxiran-2-yl)methyl]oxiran-2-yl]octanoyloxy]propyl 8-[3-[(3-pentyloxiran-2-yl)methyl]oxiran-2-yl]octanoate
3214-50-4
2-Oxiraneoctanoic acid, 3-[(3-pentyl-2-oxiranyl)methyl]-, 1,1',1''-(1,2,3-propanetriyl) ester
ESBO
SCHEMBL11940813
ESO
DTXSID901125905
1,1',1''-(1,2,3-Propanetriyl) tris[3-[(3-pentyl-2-oxiranyl)methyl]-2-oxiraneoctanoate]