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epsilon-Caprolactam, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
ε-Caprolactam is used as a monomer in the preparation of synthetic fibers of the polyamide as well as a solvent for high molecular weight polymers. It is also used in coatings and plasticizers. Further, it is used as a cross linking agent for polyurethanes. In addition to this, it is used to prepare nylon-6, which finds application in fibers and plastics.
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ε-Caprolactam is used as a monomer in the preparation of synthetic fibers of the polyamide as well as a solvent for high molecular weight polymers. It is also used in coatings and plasticizers. Further, it is used as a cross linking agent for polyurethanes. In addition to this, it is used to prepare nylon-6, which finds application in fibers and plastics.
Solubility
Soluble in benzene, ethanol, water, chloroform, methanol, tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol, ether, dimethylformamide, chlorinated hydrocarbons, cyclohexene and petroleum fractions.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
Specifications
Melting Point
68°C to 72°C
Density
1.01
pH
7 to 8.5
Boiling Point
270°C
Flash Point
152°C (305°F)
Quantity
500 g
Beilstein
106934
Merck Index
14,1761
Solubility Information
Soluble in benzene,ethanol,water,chloroform,methanol,tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol,ether,dimethylformamide,chlorinated hydrocarbons,cyclohexene and petroleum fractions.
Formula Weight
113.16
Hazard Category
H302+H312+H332-H315-H317-H319-H335-H500
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H302-H312-H332-H315-H319-H335
Harmful if swallowed.
Harmful in contact with skin.
Harmful if inhaled.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement
P261-P264b-P270-P271-P272-P280-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P330-P333+P313-P362-P501c
EINECSNumber
203-313-2
RTECSNumber
CM3675000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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