Clear Liquid Cyclohexanone (CYC) the Main Intermediate for Manufacturing Nylon 66 Caprolactam and Adipic Acid

Cyclohexanone is a clear, colorless to pale yellow, flammable, cyclic organic liquid with a mint or ketone-like odor and the chemical formula C6H10O. It is primarily used as an industrial intermediate in the production of nylon.

• Appearance and Odor: A clear, oily liquid that can be colorless or pale yellow, with an odor described as minty and pleasant
• Chemical Classification: Six-carbon cyclic molecule containing a ketone functional group, classified as a cyclic ketone
• Solvency: Versatile solvent miscible with most organic solvents and slightly soluble in water; used in lacquers, paints, varnishes, spot removers, and in agricultural and electronics industries
• Main Application: Chemical intermediate in manufacturing precursors to nylon 6 and nylon 6,6, such as caprolactam and adipic acid

Cyclohexanone is a hazardous substance and must be handled with care.

• Hazards: Flammable and can form explosive mixtures with air; exposure can occur through inhalation, skin absorption, or ingestion
• Health Risks: Can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory system; headaches, dermatitis, and potential damage to liver and kidneys in animals
• Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment including dust mask, safety goggles, and gloves; in case of exposure, immediately flush affected area with large amounts of water and seek medical attention

Cyclohexanone is an important organic chemical raw material and major intermediate for producing caprolactam and adipic acid. It is widely used in the synthesis of Nylon 6, Nylon 66, and other resins. It also serves as an excellent solvent and is extensively used in coatings, inks, pesticides, adhesives, and photosensitive materials. Additionally, cyclohexanone is used to produce various fine chemicals, such as peroxycyclohexanone, ortho-methylbenzophenone, aging inhibitors 4010, and cyclohexanone-toluene resins, which are intermediates in pharmaceuticals and pesticides, showing broad application prospects.

In China, the cyclohexanone consumption market can be divided into three main application areas: industrial solvents, adipic acid, and caprolactam. Over the past five years, the consumption share in each area has remained stable. In 2021, the domestic consumption of cyclohexanone was 4939.6 kt, with caprolactam accounting for approximately 72.11% of the total consumption, adipic acid about 25.87%, and industrial solvents around 2.02%.

Packing: 190kgs/drum, 80drums/20GP

Storage: The storage of cyclohexanone must strictly comply with safety regulations due to its hazardous properties such as flammability, irritability, and incompatibility with oxidants.

• Storage conditions: Temperature should not exceed 30℃, recommended storage temperature is +5℃ to +30℃
• Environmental requirements: Store in a cool, well ventilated warehouse and avoid direct sunlight
• Sealing: Container must be kept sealed to prevent evaporation and contact with air from causing oxidation or moisture absorption
• Isolation storage: Should be stored separately from oxidants, reducing agents, edible chemicals, etc.; mixed storage should be avoided
• Facility requirements: Warehouse should adopt explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities; use of mechanical equipment that is prone to sparks is prohibited