Chemical Name: 6-Hydroxyhexanoicacidlactone
Synonyms: ε-Caprolactone; 2-Oxacycloheptanone; 6-Hexanolactone
CAS No.: 502-44-3
Appearance: Colorless oily liquid
Assay: 99.5%min
6-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid Lactone (CAS 502-44-3), also known as ε-Caprolactone, is a cyclic ester monomer widely used in polymer synthesis. Below are key parameters:
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
Chemical Formula | C6H10O2 |
Molecular Weight | 114.14 g/mol |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Purity | ≥99% |
Melting Point | -1°C |
Boiling Point | 237°C |
Vendor | Purity | Packaging | Price Range (USD/kg) |
---|---|---|---|
Vendor A | 99% | 25 kg drum | $45-$50 |
Vendor B | 99.5% | 50 kg drum | $48-$53 |
Vivalr Chemical | 99.9% | Customizable | $42-$47 |
Used as a precursor for polycaprolactone (PCL), a biodegradable polymer employed in:
Key raw material for synthesizing:
Functions as a:
A European manufacturer utilized ε-Caprolactone to develop compostable food containers meeting EU 10/2011 standards.
Researchers at Stanford University created PCL-based scaffolds with 89% porosity for cartilage regeneration.
Challenge: Develop a marine-degradable fishing net material.
Solution: Formulated PCL blend with 30% faster degradation rate.
Outcome: Reduced ocean plastic accumulation by 15 tons annually.
Challenge: Create non-greasy sunscreen with SPF 50+.
Solution: Incorporated 6-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid Lactone as a texture modifier.
Outcome: Achieved 92% customer satisfaction in clinical trials.
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