Description

Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) is a synthetic chemical additive produced by reacting vegetable oil with bromine, resulting in a dense, flavorless oil emulsion stabilizer. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to prevent the separation of citrus flavoring oils in beverages, ensuring a consistent taste and mouthfeel. This product is essential for manufacturers in the beverage industry, particularly for formulating certain soft drinks and sports drinks, as well as for niche applications in other industrial sectors requiring a high-density oil.

Application

• Beverage Industry: Primarily used as a clouding and stabilizing agent in citrus-flavored soft drinks and fruit-flavored beverages to suspend flavor oils uniformly.
• Food Additive: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in specific food systems where a high-density oil phase is required.
• Industrial Fluids: Serves as a density modifier and flame retardant additive in certain specialized lubricants and hydraulic fluids.
• Plasticizer Intermediate: Acts as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of certain brominated flame retardants and plasticizers.
• Laboratory Research: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and food science research related to emulsifiers and brominated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Brominated Vegetable Oil
CAS No.	8016-94-2
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture (Brominated triglycerides)
Molecular Weight	Variable
Synonyms	BVO; Brominated Soybean Oil; Vegetable Oil, Brominated; Brominated Oil; FEMA No. 2168; E 443; INS 443; Stabilizer 443; Flame Retardant BVO
EINECS	232-396-3

Quality Control

Our Brominated Vegetable Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards relevant to its intended applications. While specific regulatory approval varies by region and application, our quality system ensures batch-to-batch consistency and traceability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as bromine content, specific gravity, and acid value to confirm specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature (store under inert atmosphere), prolonged exposure to air and light should be minimized. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.30 - 1.35
Bromine Content	30 - 50%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets specified limits

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.