3-Hexanone

3-Hexanone (ethyl propyl ketone) is an organic compound with the formula C6H12O. It is a ketone used as a solvent and as a chemical intermediate.

According to IFF, it was described as having Sweet, Fruity, Waxy, Grape organoleptic properties.

Preparation
3-Hexanone can be obtained by oxidation of 3-hexanol:
 * Synthesis 3-Hexanone A.svg

It is also the product of the Grignard reaction of propylmagnesium bromide with propionitrile:
 * Synthesis 3-Hexanone B.svg

Isomers

 * 2-Methyl-3-pentanone (Ethyl isopropyl ketone)