HEXAMINE

(Hexamethylenetetramine / Urotropine) 

Category: Chemical Intermediate / Curing Agent / Fuel Additive / Resin Hardener 

Description: 

Hexamine (C₆h4₂N₄) is a white crystalline powder or granular solid, produced by the condensation of formaldehyde and ammonia. It is a highly stable, non-hygroscopic compound with excellent thermal stability and solubility in water and alcohols. Hexamine serves as a versatile intermediate in multiple chemical industries — used in the production of phenolic resins, rubber vulcanization accelerators and pharmaceuticals. It is also used as a solid fuel tablet and as a corrosion inhibitor in various formulations. 

Applications: 

1. Resin and Polymer Industry Acts as a curing agent / hardener in phenol-formaldehyde resins (Bakelite). Enhances heat resistance and hardness of molded plastic and brake linings. 

2. Rubber & Explosives Manufacturing Used as a stabilizer and catalyst in the production of synthetic rubber. Serves as a precursor for RDX (Cyclonite) and HMX (High explosives) production. 

3. Fuel Tablets / Solid Fuel Used in camping and military solid fuel tablets, due to its clean burning and smokeless flame. 

4. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Use Utilized in urinary antiseptics (e.g., methenamine salts). Employed as a preservative and chemical reagent. 

5. Corrosion Inhibitor & Oilfield Chemicals Added to drilling fluids, metal treatment, and boiler water as a corrosion inhibitor. 

Technical Details: 

Chemical Name - Hexamethylenetetramine 

Chemical Formula - C₆h4₂N₄ 

Molecular Weight - 140.19 g/mol 

Appearance - White crystalline powder or granules 

Odor - Odorless or slight ammonia-like 

Purity - ≥ 99.0% 

Melting Point - 280 °C (decomposes)

Solubility - Soluble in water, alcohol, and chloroform 

pH (10% solution) - 8.0 – 9.0 

Moisture Content - ≤ 0.5% 

Bulk Density - 0.70 – 0.80 g/cm³ 

Stability - Stable under normal temperature and pressure 

Packaging: 

25 kg HDPE Bags with Liner 

500 kg Jumbo Bags (on request) 

Custom packaging available for export shipments 

Storage & Handling: 

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat and moisture. Keep away from oxidizing agents and acids. Handle with care to avoid dust formation.