Cyclohexanol
![Ball-and-stick model of the cyclohexanol molecule](/Images/godic/202501/18/Cyclohexanol_3D_ball5635.png")
Cyclohexanol is the organic compound with the formula (CH2)5CHOH. The molecule is related to cyclohexane ring 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. Billions of kilograms are produced annually, mainly as a precursor to nylon.