Cyclohexanone

• Other Names:Cyclohexyl ketone, Ketohexamethylene, Pimelic ketone

• Molecular Formula:C₆H₁₀O

• CAS:108-94-1

• UN:1915

• Appearance: colorless liquid

• Density: 0.95 g/cm³

• Boiling Point: 155 °C

• Melting Point: -32 °C

• Flash Point: 44 °C

Application:

Mainly used as organic synthesis raw materials and solvents in industry, for example, it can dissolve nitrocellulose, coatings, paints, etc.

Cyclohexanone is the organic compound with the formula (CH2)5CO. The molecule consists of six-carbon cyclic molecule with a ketone functional group. This colorless oil has an odor reminiscent of that of acetone. Over time, samples of cyclohexanone assume a yellow color. Cyclohexanone is slightly soluble in water and miscible with common organic solvents. Billions of kilograms are produced annually, mainly as a precursor to nylon.