Hexamethylenetetramine (common aliases: Hexamine, Accelerator H, HMT) is a white crystalline compound with the molecular formula C₆H₁₂N₄, characterized by its distinctive cage-like hexagonal structure. It exhibits high solubility in water and limited solubility in ethanol.

Common Aliases:

Hexamethylenetetramine

Methenamine (pharmaceutical nomenclature)

Accelerator H (rubber industry designation)

Hexamine fuel tablet (commercial solid fuel form)

Applications：

Pharmaceuticals: Used as a urinary antiseptic (e.g., methenamine-based formulations).

Rubber Industry: Functions as a vulcanization accelerator (Accelerator H).

Solid Fuel: Packaged as hexamine fuel tablets for portable heating systems (e.g., camping stoves).

Resin Synthesis: Intermediate in phenolic resin production.

Safety Notes:

Decomposes under strong acidic conditions to release formaldehyde and ammonia.

Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Store in a cool, dry environment