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C6H12N4 |
100-97-0 |
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
Background
Hexamethylenetetramine is an odorless powder and slowly liberates formaldehyde in an acid medium or when heated. It is usually used in the manufacture of formaldehyde resins, rubber and the explosive, cyclonite. It is also used as a hardener in core molding processes. It was reported as one of the formaldehyde releasers and as a cause of formaldehyde contact dermatitis. It is also used as a urinary antibacterial and antiseptic.
Synonyms
Hexamethylenetetramine
Hexamine
1,3,5,7-tetraazaadamantane
Hexamethylenamine
Aminoform
Ammoform
Cystamin
Cystogen
Formin
Uritone
Urotropin
HMT
HMTA
Methenamine
1,3,5,7-Tetraazatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]-decane
Uses
Adhesives
Antiseptic agent (urinary)
Coatings and sealing compounds
Corrosion inhibitor for steel
Epoxy curing agent
Explosive manufacturing
Formaldehyde liberator
Fuel tablets for camping stoves
Lubricating and insulating oils
Phenol-formaldehyde resins
Preservative in cosmetics
Rubber accelerator
Cross-Reactions
Formaldehyde
Unusual Reactions
References
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Hayakawa, R., et al., Allergic contact dermatitis due to hexamethylenetetramine in core molding. Contact Dermatitis, 1988. 18(4): p. 226-8. |
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