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Hexamethylenetetramine, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Hexamethylenetetramine is used as a formylation agent in the synthesis and as a precipitating agent. It is also used in the production of phenolic resins and its moulding compounds, which finds application as binders in fire proof materials, brake and clutch linings. It is involved in the preparation of 5-tert-butyl-2-hydroxy-isophthalaldehyde. It is useful for the treatment of urinary tract infection. Further, it is used in the Duff reaction, Sommelet reaction and in the Delepine reaction.
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Hexamethylenetetramine is used as a formylation agent in the synthesis and as a precipitating agent. It is also used in the production of phenolic resins and its moulding compounds, which finds application as binders in fire proof materials, brake and clutch linings. It is involved in the preparation of 5-tert-butyl-2-hydroxy-isophthalaldehyde. It is useful for the treatment of urinary tract infection. Further, it is used in the Duff reaction, Sommelet reaction and in the Delepine reaction.
Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol, chloroform and acetone.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. Avoid conditions like flames, sparks and moisture.
Specifications
Melting Point
∼280°C (sublimation)
Density
1.33
Flash Point
250°C (482°F)
Quantity
1000 g
UN Number
UN1328
Beilstein
2018
Sensitivity
Hygroscopic
Merck Index
14,5966
Solubility Information
Soluble in water,ethanol,chloroform and acetone.
Formula Weight
140.19
Hazard Category
H228-H317-H500
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H228-H317
Flammable solid.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Precautionary Statement
P210-P240-P241-P261-P272-P280-P302+P352-P333+P313-P363-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation
Transport Hazard Class: 4.1; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE
EINECSNumber
202-905-8
RTECSNumber
MN4725000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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