CAS 105-60-2: Caprolactam
Description:Caprolactam is a cyclic amide with the molecular formula C6H11NO, primarily recognized for its role as a precursor in the production of nylon 6, a synthetic polymer widely used in textiles and plastics. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in water, alcohols, and many organic solvents. Caprolactam has a melting point that allows it to exist as a liquid at room temperature, facilitating its processing in industrial applications. The substance is produced through the cyclization of amino caproic acid or by the oxidation of cyclohexanone. It is important to handle caprolactam with care, as it can be irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Additionally, it is classified as a hazardous substance, necessitating proper safety measures during its use and storage. Overall, caprolactam is a vital compound in the polymer industry, contributing significantly to the production of high-performance materials.
Formula:C6H11NO
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H11NO/c8-6-4-2-1-3-5-7-6/h1-5H2,(H,7,8)
InChI key:InChIKey=JBKVHLHDHHXQEQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C1NCCCCC1
- Synonyms:
- 1,6-Hexanolactam
- 1-Aza-2-cycloheptanone
- 2-Azacycloheptanone
- 2-Ketohexamethylenimine
- 2-Oxoazepane
- 2-Oxohexamethyleneimine
- 2-Oxohexamethylenimine
- 2-Perhydroazepinone
- 2H-Azepin-2-one, hexahydro-
- 6-Aminohexanoic acid lactam
- See more synonyms
- 6-Caprolactam
- 6-Hexanelactam
- A 19374
- AP
- AP (lactam)
- AP-Nylon
- Aminocaproic lactam
- Azepan-2-One
- CAPROLACTAM, ε-
- Caprolactam
- Hexahydro-1H-azepin-2-one
- Hexahydro-2-azepinone
- Hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one
- Hexahydro-2H-azepine-2-one
- Hexano-6-lactam
- Hexanoic acid, 6-amino-, cyclic lactam
- Hexanolactam
- Nsc 117393
- Nsc 25536
- Nsc 4977
- Perhydroazepin-2-One
- ]-Caprolactama
- epsilum-Caprolactam
- ε-Caprolactam
- ε-Caprolactame
- ω-Caprolactam
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ε-Caprolactam Zone Refined (number of passes:24)
Ref: 3B-C0022
1sample | 391.00 € |
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ε-Caprolactam, 99%
Ref: 02-L06999
100g | 25.00 € | ||
500g | 31.00 € | ||
2500g | 98.00 € |
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ε-Caprolactam, 99+%
Ref: AC-10823
1kg | 50.00 € | ||
100g | 23.00 € | ||
250g | 33.00 € | ||
2500g | 97.00 € |
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Caprolactam
Ref: 45-1091039
1g | 439.00 € |
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AZEPAN-2-ONE HYDRATE
Ref: IN-DA0034TG
100g | 25.00 € | ||
500g | 25.00 € |
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ε-caprolactam
Ref: 7W-GK4752
Undefined size | To inquire |
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SVOC Mixture 164 1000 µg/mL in Dichloromethane
Controlled ProductRef: 04-XA09000164DI
1ml | To inquire |
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EPA Method 8270 Appendix IX Mixture 2 1000 µg/mL in Dichloromethane
Controlled ProductRef: 04-GA09000445DI
1ml | 92.00 € |
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ε-Caprolactam
Ref: 3B-C0203
25g | 27.00 € | ||
500g | 36.00 € |
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Ref: 4Z-C-458002
10mg | To inquire | ||
25mg | To inquire | ||
50mg | To inquire | ||
100mg | To inquire |
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ε-Caprolactam
Controlled ProductRef: TR-C175665
5g | 260.00 € | ||
25g | 292.00 € | ||
250g | 398.00 € |
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ε caprolactam
Ref: 3D-FE31683
2kg | 343.00 € | ||
5kg | 657.00 € |
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Caprolactam
Ref: TM-T20386
50g | 37.00 € |