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CPL Caprolactam

Caprolactam is primarily used for the production of Polyamide 6 granules. In addition to this main area of application, Envalior also offers special caprolactam designed for anionic polymerization to produce cast polyamide products. Frequently used in applications like:

  • Rollers
  • Gears
  • Semi-finished Goods

Explore Caprolactam

With its state of the art large scale caprolactam plant, Envalior is a dependable supplier for the polyamide industry.

Besides the Standard Caprolactam for polymerization, Envalior also offers special low moisture Cast Nylon Caprolactam specifically designed for in-situ polymerization directly in the mold. Envalior's Cast Nylon Caprolactam is perfectly suited for application in numerous areas like the building and the machining industry.

Moreover, we also offer Bio-Circurlar Caprolactam promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact in various industries.

Caprolactam portfolio highlights

PA6 production

Caprolactam is used for the production of fibers and filaments made of polyamide 6. Examples for end products of polyamide 6 are: clothing, carpets, ropes, fishing nets, molded plastic parts and packaging films. Engineering plastics like Durethan or cast nylon (shaped as sheet, plates, pipes, cast or rotational molded parts) are another important market for caprolactam. It is also used in numerous special applications.

Most popular Caprolactam grades