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Hexamethylenetetramine

SKU 90031716 CAS 100-97-0 Available on enquiry

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Hexamethylenetetramine is a heterocyclic organic compound used primarily in the synthesis of resins, plastics, and rubber accelerators. It is also used in foundry molding and core making, adhesive and paint formulations, and as the active ingredient in methenamine antibacterials. It is identified by CAS number 100-97-0 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Hexamethylenetetramine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90031716
CAS Number: 100-97-0
IUPAC Name: 1,3,5,7-tetrazatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane
EC Number: 202-905-8
Exact Mass: 140.1062
SMILES: C1N2CN3CN1CN(C2)C3
InChIKey: VKYKSIONXSXAKP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12N4/c1-7-2-9-4-8(1)5-10(3-7)6-9/h1-6H2
PubChem CID: 4101

Synonyms

1,3,5,7-Tetraazaadamantane
Formamine
Hexamethylenamine
Hexamine
HMTA
Methenamin
methenamine
Uritone
Urotropin
Urotropine

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Colorless crystalline solid
Odour: Odorless
Melting Point: 280 °C (sublimes)
Density: 1.3394 g/cm³ at 22 °C
Solubility (other solvents): Freely soluble in water; practically insoluble in petroleum ether
Vapour Pressure: 6.1 × 10⁻⁴ mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.590
pKa: pKa = 4.89
log P (octanol/water): -2.18

Source: PubChem CID 4101 (HSDB, CAMEO Chemicals)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hexamethylenetetramine used for?

Hexamethylenetetramine is primarily used as a curing agent for phenolic resins, a fuel source, and as an intermediate in the production of other chemical compounds.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Hexamethylenetetramine?

The chemical formula is C6H12N4 and the molecular weight is 140.19 g/mol.

How should Hexamethylenetetramine be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in a tightly closed container, away from incompatible substances like strong acids and oxidizing agents.

What grade of Hexamethylenetetramine is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the specific grades currently in stock for your application requirements.

Can Molekula supply Hexamethylenetetramine in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Hexamethylenetetramine in various quantities, ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory and quality compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.