epsilon-Caprolactone, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

ε-Caprolactone is widely used as a monomer in the manufacturing of highly specialized polymers. It is mainly utilized as a precursor to caprolactam. It finds an application in the synthesis of polyglecaprone, which is used as a suture material in surgery.

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Applications
ε-Caprolactone is widely used as a monomer in the manufacturing of highly specialized polymers. It is mainly utilized as a precursor to caprolactam. It finds an application in the synthesis of polyglecaprone, which is used as a suture material in surgery.

Solubility
Miscible with water and most organic solvents.

Notes
Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Combustible liquid.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 502-44-3
• Molecular Formula: C6H10O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 114.144
• MDL Number: MFCD00003267
• InChI Key: PAPBSGBWRJIAAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 6-hexanolactone, epsilon-caprolactone, 2-oxepanone, caprolactone, hexan-6-olide, 6-hexanolide, hexano-6-lactone, 1,6-hexanolide, e-caprolactone, 1-oxa-2-oxocycloheptane
• PubChem CID: 10401
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17915
• IUPAC Name: oxepan-2-one
• SMILES: C1CCC(=O)OCC1

• Melting Point: -2°C
• Density: 1.078
• Boiling Point: 235°C to 236°C
• Flash Point: 109°C (228°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Refractive Index: 1.463
• Quantity: 100 g
• Beilstein: 106919
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water and most organic solvents.
• Formula Weight: 114.14
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: epsilon-Caprolactone

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• epsilon-Caprolactone

Signal Word

• Warning

Hazard Category

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statement

• P264-Wash face, hands, and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2-Oxepanone

RUO – Research Use Only