Caprolactam

Cyclic amide of caproic acid used in manufacture of synthetic fibers of the polyamide type. Can cause local irritation.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D02.065.589.200, D03.383.066.150, D03.383.411.200

MeSH Unique ID: D002209

Registry Number: 6879X594Z8

Entry Terms:

• Aminocaproic Lactam
• Lactam, Aminocaproic
• Hexahydro-2H-Azepin-2-One
• Hexahydro 2H Azepin 2 One

Previous Indexing:

• Azepines (1968-1974)

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Organic Chemicals
Amides
Lactams
Caprolactam

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Heterocyclic Compounds
Heterocyclic Compounds, 1-Ring
Azepines
Caprolactam

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Heterocyclic Compounds
Heterocyclic Compounds, 1-Ring
Lactams
Caprolactam