n-acetylcaprolactam

N-Acetylcaprolactam (CAS 1888-91-1) is a cyclic amide derivative used primarily as an activator and initiator in anionic polymerization processes.

Where is n-acetylcaprolactam used?

• Polymer manufacturing: accelerates conversion of caprolactam monomer into nylon
• Activator in anionic ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam to produce polyamide 6 (PA6)
• Reaction injection molding and cast nylon processes requiring rapid polymerization at moderate temperatures
• Textile fiber production: supports manufacture of PA6 yarns and technical fibers
• Leather finishing and paper treatment: polyamide intermediates from activated polymerization systems
• It also functions as a building block in specialty heterocyclic synthesis.

Commercial specifications

• Technical grade, purity commonly 98% or higher
• Drum and IBC quantities; packaging scales from laboratory to bulk supply