Description

(Hexamethylenetetramine)Penta[Copper(I) Cyanide] is a coordination complex formed between hexamethylenetetramine (urotropine) and copper(I) cyanide. This specialized compound is valued for its unique structure, which combines the nitrogen-donor ligand properties of hexamethylenetetramine with the catalytic and electronic characteristics of copper cyanide. It serves as a critical precursor or catalyst in advanced material synthesis and specialized organic transformations. Key industrial and research applications include the development of novel coordination polymers, catalysis in cyanation reactions, and as a building block in inorganic and organometallic chemistry.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for cyanation and other C-C/N bond-forming reactions in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Coordination Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other polymeric networks with potential gas storage or separation properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel inorganic and hybrid materials with specific magnetic, optical, or electronic functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a source of both the hexamethylenetetramine ligand and copper cyanide moiety in complex multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be utilized for depositing copper-containing layers or modifying surface properties in specialized coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Hexamethylenetetramine)Penta[Copper(I) Cyanide]
CAS No.	1042093-98-0
Molecular Formula	C24H60Cu5N24
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Hexamethylenetetramine Copper(I) Cyanide Complex; Urotropine Copper Cyanide Adduct; Copper(I) Cyanide - Hexamethylenetetramine (1:5); HMT-penta(copper cyanide); Hexamine Penta(copper(I) cyanide); 1,3,5,7-Tetraazatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane Copper Cyanide Complex
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Hexamethylenetetramine)Penta[Copper(I) Cyanide] is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including FT-IR for structural identification, elemental analysis (CHN), and titration or ICP-OES for metal content determination. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light beige powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Complex Purity)	≥ 95.0%
Copper (Cu) Content	Contact for details
Cyanide (CN) Content	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.