Description

6-Caprolactam is a key organic compound and the monomer for the production of Nylon 6, a high-performance engineering polymer. Its importance lies in its role as the fundamental building block for a vast array of synthetic fibers, plastics, and resins with superior strength, elasticity, and chemical resistance. This essential chemical is primarily needed by manufacturers in the synthetic fiber, plastics, and chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Nylon 6 Production: The primary and most significant application, serving as the monomer for polymerization into Nylon 6 resin and fibers.
• Synthetic Fibers and Textiles: Used to manufacture high-strength fibers for carpets, apparel, upholstery, and industrial fabrics.
• Engineering Plastics: A key raw material for producing Nylon 6 plastics used in automotive components, electrical connectors, and industrial machinery parts.
• Film and Packaging: Employed in the production of biaxially oriented nylon (BOPA) films for food and industrial packaging.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals, including caprolactam derivatives, lysine, and cross-linking agents.
• Adhesives and Coatings: Used in formulations for high-performance polyamide-based adhesives and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Caprolactam
CAS No.	105-60-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO
Molecular Weight	113.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Caprolactam; ε-Caprolactam; Hexanolactam; 2-Oxohexamethylenimine; 1,6-Hexolactam; 6-Aminohexanoic acid lactam; Aminocaproic lactam; Cyclohexanone iso-oxime; Kaprolaktam
EINECS	203-313-2

Quality Control

Our 6-Caprolactam is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including technical and fiber-grade, meeting the specific requirements of downstream polymerization processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture, and volatile bases are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystals or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Melting Point	68 - 70 °C
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Volatile Bases (as NH3)	≤ 10 ppm
Permanganate Index	≤ 5
Color (APHA)	≤ 10

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