Nylon 6 Production from Caprolactam (Batch Process)
Nylon Production Costs Report | Issue A | Q4 2024
| Report Details |
| 65 kta United States-based plant | Q4 2024 | 107 pages |
This report presents a cost analysis of a 65 kta (kilo metric ton per annum) United States-based plant. You can add a customized cost analysis, assuming another location (country), when ordering a premium edition of this report.
Report Abstract
This report presents the economics of Nylon 6 production from caprolactam. The typical process analyzed consists of a batch ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam via the hydrolytic mechanism. The economic assessment assumes a plant located in the United States.
The report provides a comprehensive study of Nylon production and related Nylon production cost, covering three key aspects: a complete description of the Nylon production process examined; an in-depth analysis of the related Nylon plant capital cost (Capex); and an evaluation of the respective Nylon plant operating costs (Opex).
The Nylon production process description includes a block flow diagram (BFD), an overview of the industrial site installations, detailing both the process unit and the necessary infrastructure, process consumption figures and comprehensive process flow diagrams (PFD). The Nylon plant capital cost analysis breaks down the Capex by plant cost (i.e., ISBL, OSBL and Contingency); owner's cost; working capital; and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up. The Nylon plant operating costs analysis covers operating expenses, including variable costs like raw materials and utilities, and fixed costs such as maintenance, labor, and depreciation.
Process Overview
Product
Nylon 6. Nylon 6 (a.k.a. Polycaprolactam, Polyamide 6) is one of the main commercial nylons along with Nylon 6-6. The term ‘Nylon’ refers basically to polyamides, which are high polymers containing the amide repeat linkage in the polymer backbone. Those polymers not only were the first engineering thermoplastics, but still are the most important ones among these types of material.
Raw Material
Caprolactam. Caprolactam is the key raw material used in the production of nylon 6 fibers and resins, essential in textiles, carpets, and engineering plastics. Its high tensile strength and durability make it invaluable in automotive and industrial applications. Caprolactam is produced via the cyclohexanone oxime process. It is stored as solid flakes or granules and remains in high demand due to the growing global need for synthetic fibers and resins.
Up-to-date PDF Report
Professional report based on Q4 2024 economic data, ensuring timely evaluations.
Multiple Use Cases
Ideal for investment screening, feasibility studies, cost estimates, and research planning.
Proven Methodology
Developed using a consistent methodology honed over a decade, ensuring reliable cost analyses.
Compact
$799 USD
Production Process Information
Process Consumptions
Labor Requirements
Plant Capital Cost Summary
Operating Cost Summary
Production Costs Datasheet
Pages | Tables | Images
Read-only Online PDF Format
Updated with Q4 2024 Data
DETAILED
$1,599 USD
Production Process Information
Process Consumptions
Labor Requirements
Plant Capital Cost Summary
Operating Cost Summary
Production Costs Datasheet
Plant Capital Cost Details
Operating Cost Details
Pages | Tables | Images
Downloadable PDF Format
Updated with Q4 2024 Data
PREMIUM
MOST POPULAR
$2,699 USD
Production Process Information
Process Consumptions
Labor Requirements
Plant Capital Cost Summary
Operating Cost Summary
Production Costs Datasheet
Plant Capital Cost Details
Operating Cost Details
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Plant Capacity Assessment
Process Flow Diagrams
Costs in Different Countries Add-on
Pages | Tables | Images
Print-enabled PDF Format Add-on
Updated with Q4 2024 Data
Share with Co-workers
Technical Support via Email
Content Highlights
Plant Capital Cost Summary
Summary outlining the capital cost required for building the Nylon production plant examined
Plant Capital Cost Details
Detailing of fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL & Owner’s Cost), working capital and additional capital requirements
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Breakdown of Nylon process unit (ISBL) costs and infrastructure (OSBL) costs; plant cost breakdown per discipline
Operating Costs Summary
Summary presenting the operating variable costs and the total operating cost of the Nylon production plant studied
Operating Cost Details
Detailing of utilities costs, operating fixed costs and depreciation
Plant Capacity Assessment
Comparative analysis of capital investment and operating costs for different Nylon plant capacities
Production Process Information
Block Flow Diagram, descriptions of process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL)
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption figures, by-products credits, labor requirements
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list and industrial site configuration
Other Nylon Production Cost Reports
Nylon 6 Production from Caprolactam (Continuous Process)
This report presents the economics of Nylon 6 production from caprolactam in the United States. The process examined is a typical continuous ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam via the hydrolytic mechanism, carried out in two stages, similar to technologies developed/licensed by Thyssenkrupp (Uhde Inventa-Fischer) and Air Liquide (Lurgi Zimmer). An aminoacid is the intermediate for condensation.
Details: 100 kta United States-based plant | Q4 2024 | 107 pages | Issue B From $799 USD
The cost analyses presented in this report target a 100 kta (kilo metric ton per annum per annum) United States-based plant. For those interested in cost analyses considering other plant capacities and/or locations, Intratec offers a customized analysis as an optional feature.
Could Not Find the Report You Need?
Obtain a Bespoke Report
Get a report targeting the process in which you are interested
See Offer Details
Understand Bespoke Reports and how you can easily order them
Check Editions & Pricing
Complete a brief form and see a quotation for your Bespoke Report
Other Related Production Cost Reports
Caprolactam Production from Benzene
This report presents the economics of Caprolactam production from benzene located in the United States. Initially, benzene is hydrogenated to cyclohexane, which is oxidized to cyclohexanone. Then, the cyclohexanone undergoes an oximation reaction with hydroxylamine. Finally, the oxime produced is rearranged to Caprolactam.
Details: 180 kta United States-based plant | Q4 2024 | 107 pages | Issue A From $1,499 USD
The cost analyses presented in this report target a 180 kta (kilo metric ton per annum per annum) United States-based plant. For those interested in cost analyses considering other plant capacities and/or locations, Intratec offers a customized analysis as an optional feature.
Caprolactam from Cyclohexane (Oximation with Hydroxylamine)
This report presents the economics of Caprolactam production from cyclohexane located in the United States. Initially, cyclohexane is oxidized to a cyclohexanol/cyclohexanone. Then, the cyclohexanol is hydrogenated to cyclohexanone, which is submitted to an oximation reaction with hydroxylamine. Finally, the cyclohexanone oxime produced is converted to Caprolactam by Beckmann rearrangement.
Details: 180 kta United States-based plant | Q4 2024 | 107 pages | Issue D From $1,199 USD
The cost analyses presented in this report target a 180 kta (kilo metric ton per annum per annum) United States-based plant. For those interested in cost analyses considering other plant capacities and/or locations, Intratec offers a customized analysis as an optional feature.
+800 Reports Developed, Targeting +250 Commodities
Best-in-Class Reports
Analysis of capital and operating costs of commodity production processes. Prices starting at $799 USD
Vast Report Library
858 independent and up-to-date reports examining embryonic and established production processes
Free Sample Reports
Quickly understand the structure and depth of content of our professional reports