12-Aminododecanoic Acid Lactam from Canada
12-Aminododecanoic acid lactam, also known as ε-caprolactam's higher homolog (laurolactam), is a heterocyclic lactam with a 12-membered nitrogen-containing ring formed from 12-aminododecanoic acid. It falls under HTS 2933.79.40.00 as a specific 'other lactam' in the lactams subheading of heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atoms only. This pure chemical compound is used primarily as a monomer in nylon polymer production.
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Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity and identity as 12-aminododecanoic acid lactam to avoid misclassification
• Declare CAS number 5200-86-8 on entry documents; ensure proper hazardous material labeling if shipped in bulk
• Verify REACH compliance for EU imports and TSCA registration for US; common pitfall is incorrect Chapter 29 subheading