Description

n-Octyl Caprolactam is a high-purity specialty chemical intermediate, valued for its unique combination of a reactive lactam ring and a long hydrophobic alkyl chain. This structure makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing advanced polymers, surfactants, and specialty additives. It is essential for R&D and production in sectors requiring tailored chemical properties, such as advanced material science, performance coatings, and specialty lubricants.

Application

• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or chain extender to enhance the flexibility, hydrophobicity, and thermal stability of polyamides (nylons) and other engineering plastics.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for producing non-ionic surfactants with excellent wetting and emulsifying properties for industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Used in the synthesis of ashless additives that improve the anti-wear, dispersancy, and viscosity index of high-performance lubricants and fuels.
• Coating & Adhesive Resins: Incorporated into resin systems to improve adhesion, chemical resistance, and low-temperature flexibility in protective coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Provides a hydrophobic scaffold for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Utilized in the production of conditioning agents and viscosity modifiers for hair care and skincare products.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Octyl Caprolactam
CAS No.	59227-88-2
Molecular Formula	C14H27NO
Molecular Weight	225.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octylazepan-2-one; N-Octyl-ε-caprolactam; Octylcaprolactam; N-Octylcaprolactam; Caprolactam, N-octyl-; 2-Azacyclooctanone, 1-octyl-; ε-Caprolactam, N-octyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our n-Octyl Caprolactam is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for industrial and R&D applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480

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