Cyclohexanone

Cyclohexanoe is the organic compound with the formula HOCH(CH2)5 or C6H11OH. The molecule is related to cyclohexane by replacement of one hydrogen atom by a hydroxyl group.This compound exists as a deliquescent colorless solid with a camphor-like odor, which, when very pure, melts near room temperature. Millions of tonnes are1 produced annually, mainly as a precursor to nylon.

Chemical formula

C6H11OH

HS Code

291422

Molecular structure

Applications

Coating solvent, printing ink solvent, adhesive solvent, pharmaceutical industry, food additive

Category

Solvents (Core Products)

Subcategory

Ester solvents

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