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Hydroxytone is a chemical compound with the formula C3H6O2. It is also known by several other names, including hydroxyacetone, acetol, and pyruvic aldehyde hydrate. Hydroxytone is a simple organic molecule that contains both a hydroxyl group (-OH) and a ketone group (C=O). It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and is soluble in water and many organic solvents.

This compound can be found naturally in some foods and beverages, though typically in small quantities. It is also an intermediate in various metabolic processes in living organisms. Industrially, hydroxytone can be synthesized through different chemical reactions, often involving the oxidation of propylene glycol or other related compounds. Its reactivity stems from the presence of both the hydroxyl and ketone functional groups, allowing it to participate in a range of chemical transformations. For instance, it can undergo oxidation, reduction, and condensation reactions.

Hydroxytone has found applications in certain industrial processes. It can be used as a precursor in the synthesis of other chemicals. In some research settings, it has been explored for its potential properties, although widespread commercial use in specific consumer products is not common. Its presence in biological systems and its synthetic accessibility make it a subject of interest in organic chemistry and biochemistry.