(R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone

(R)-3-羟甲基环己酮

Also known as: 3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone, (3R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone, 3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexan-1-one, (3-oxocyclohex-1-yl)methanol, Cyclohexanone, 3-(hydroxymethyl)-, (R)-

(R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone (CAS 21996-61-2) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12O2 and a molecular weight of 128.16900 g/mol. It is also known as 3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone, (3R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone and 3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexan-1-one. Key properties include a boiling point of 239.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.054g/cm3 and a flash point of 98ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 21996-61-2
Jingsj CID: J-1067726-9
Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₂O₂
Chinese Name: (R)-3-羟甲基环己酮
Molecular Weight: 128.16900 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	239.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.054g/cm3
Flash Point	98ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone?

The CAS number of (R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone is 21996-61-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone?

(R)-3-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanone has molecular formula C7H12O2 and molecular weight 128.16900 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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