methyl hexyl ketone

methyl hexyl ketone

[¦meth·əl ¦hek·səl ′kē‚tōn] (organic chemistry) CH3COC6H13 A combustible, colorless liquid with a boiling point of 173.5°C; soluble in alcohol, hydrocarbons, ether, and esters; used in perfumes and as a flavoring and odorant.