Di-acetone alcohol is a compound consisting of one ketone and two alcohol functions. Its molecular formula is C6 H12 02. It is an oxygenated solvent. It is miscible in oil and is clear. It is found to be naturally occurring in form of Achnatherum robustum. It has neither colour nor any specific odor, making it colorless and odorless. It has low evaporation point and high purity. It is soluble in water, thus considered to be an ideal solvent for organic peroxides.