ketoxime

A ketoxime is a specific type of oxime, which are nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Oximes are typically created by reacting hydroxylamine with an aldehyde or a ketone. Ketoximes, as their name suggests, are derived specifically from ketones.12

The general structure of an oxime is C=N-OH, where the carbon atom is also bonded to two other groups (which can be hydrogen atoms or parts of an organic molecule). Ketoximes have organic groups attached to the carbon atom.1

Oximes are often solid and have distinct melting points, making them useful for identifying liquid aldehydes and ketones. They can undergo various chemical reactions, such as conversion into amines or amides. A significant industrial application is the conversion of cyclohexanone oxime into caprolactam, a key component in the production of nylon 6.1