A colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant odor. Less dense than water . Flash point 111°F. Vapors heavier than air. Used to make nylon, as a chemical reaction medium, and as a solvent.
Air & Water Reactions
Flammable. Soluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
Cyclohexanone forms an explosive peroxide with H2O2, and reacts vigorously with oxidizing materials (nitric acid).
Health Hazard
Inhalation of vapors from hot material can cause narcosis. The liquid may cause dermatitis.
Fire Hazard
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water.