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Hexamethylenetetramine, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
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.
Especificaciones
Especificaciones
| Melting Point | ∼280°C (sublimation) |
| Density | 1.33 |
| Flash Point | 250°C (482°F) |
| Quantity | 250 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 |
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Seguridad y manipulación
- Hexamethylenetetramine
- Warning
- Flammable solid Category 2
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H228-Flammable solid.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
- P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations..
RUO – Research Use Only