Depolymerization of Nylon and Then Re-polymerization

Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6), unlike most other nylons, is not a condensation polymer, but instead is formed by ring-opening polymerization; this makes it a special case in the comparison between condensation and addition polymers. Nylon 6 offers the unique opportunity to chemically recycle the polymer back to its original monomer state, caprolactam. This presentation delves into the unique capability and offers a glimpse at how Nylene Canada manages the depolymerization process as well as other forms of recycling.