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Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)
HEXAMINE=Hexamethylenetetramine=Methenamine
Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)
It is a white crystalline powder with a cage-like structure obtained by the reaction of formaldehyde and ammonia.
Uses and Benefits
•Highly valuable in camping fuels because it burns smokeless with high energy yield when heated.
Applications
✓Hardener for Bakelite and phenolic resins. Raw material for military explosives (RDX).
Technical Identity
IUPAC / Trade NameHexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)
Chemical FormulaC6H12N4
CAS Number100-97-0
EC Number202-905-8
Molecular Weight140.19
Industry CategoryGeneral Industrial
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