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Benzaldehyde / Cydo hexanone​

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Cyclohexanone is produced by the oxidation of cyclohexane in air, typically using cobalt catalysts: C6H12 + O2 → (CH2)5CO + H2O. This process co-forms cyclohexanol, and this mixture, called "KA Oil" for ketone-alcohol oil, is the main feedstock for the production of adipic acid.