Caprolactam |
Synonyms & Trade Names Aminocaproic lactam, epsilon-Caprolactam, Hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one, 2-Oxohexamethyleneimine |
CAS No. 105-60-2 |
RTECS No. CM3675000 |
DOT ID & Guide |
FormulaC2H11NO |
Conversion 1 ppm = 4.63 mg/m3 |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: Dust: TWA 1 mg/m3 ST 3 mg/m3 Vapor: TWA 0.22 ppm (1 mg/m3) ST 0.66 ppm (3 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
OSHA PV2012
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description White, crystalline solid or flakes with an unpleasant odor. [Note: Significant vapor concentrations would be expected only at elevated temperatures.] |
MW: 113.2 |
BP: 515°F |
MLT: 156°F |
Sol: 53% |
VP: 0.00000008 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 1.01 |
Fl.P: 282°F |
UEL: 8.0% |
LEL: 1.4% |
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| Combustible Solid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, (acetic acid + dinitrogen trioxide) |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation skin, eyes, respiratory system; epistaxis (nosebleed); dermatitis, skin sensitization; asthma; irritability, confusion, dizziness, headache; abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting; liver, kidney injury |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, liver, kidneys |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0118
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