Description

n-Vinylcaprolactam is a versatile and highly reactive monomer featuring a vinyl group attached to a seven-membered lactam ring. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced polymers with tailored properties, such as enhanced solubility, thermal stability, and biocompatibility. It is essential for R&D chemists and production engineers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop innovative copolymer systems and functionalized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates and controlled-release polymer matrices.
• Specialty Polymers & Resins: Used as a comonomer to produce N-vinyl-based polymers with specific solubility and glass transition temperatures for coatings and adhesives.
• Hydrogel Synthesis: A vital component in creating cross-linked hydrogels for biomedical applications, including contact lenses and wound dressings.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed in the formulation of film-forming agents and hair fixative polymers in advanced cosmetic products.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Imparts flexibility and adhesion properties in the production of high-performance industrial adhesives.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel polymer architectures and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Vinylcaprolactam
CAS No.	2235-00-9
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO
Molecular Weight	139.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Vinylazepan-2-one; N-Vinyl-ε-caprolactam; Vinyl caprolactam; N-Vinylcaprolactam; 2-Azacyclooctanone, 1-ethenyl-; 1-Ethenylazepan-2-one; NVC; V-Cap™ (Trade Name)
EINECS	218-787-9

Quality Control

Our n-Vinylcaprolactam is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity and prevent polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50-200 ppm

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