1. A colorless to pale yellow liquid organic compound with the chemical formula C₆H₁₀O, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of plastics and other chemicals.
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• Cyclohexanone is commonly used as a solvent in industrial applications.
• The chemical plant produces cyclohexanone for use in polymer manufacturing.
• Cyclohexanone has a characteristic odor and is miscible with many organic solvents.
• Workers in the facility handle cyclohexanone with proper safety equipment.
• The synthesis of nylon often involves cyclohexanone as an intermediate compound.