Cyclohexanol

Cyclohexanol is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H11OH, consisting of a cyclohexane ring bonded to a single hydroxyl (-OH) group, making it a secondary alcohol. It typically appears as a colorless to light yellow viscous liquid with a characteristic camphor-like odor. The compound has a melting point of about 25.9°C and a boiling point near 161.8°C.​

Its molecular weight is approximately 100.16 g/mol, and it is moderately soluble in water, mixing well with many organic solvents. Cyclohexanol is used mainly as a solvent and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis, especially in the production of adipic acid and caprolactam, which are precursors for nylon manufacturing. It also finds applications as a plasticizer, in lubricants, and as a flavor or fragrance additive in some industrial products.​