Cyclooctanone

Cyclooctanone is an organic compound with the formula (CH2)7CO. It is a waxy white solid.

Synthesis

 * It can be prepared by Jones oxidation of cyclooctanol.
 * It can also be produced by ketonization reaction starting with azelaic acid.

Use
Use of cyclooctanone is almost nonexistent drug chemistry with only 2 known exceptions:
 * 1) Blonanserin
 * 2) Iprindole