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Hexamethonium bromide

Also known as Bistrium bromide, Bromuro de hexametonio, Bromure d'hexamethonium

CAS 55-97-0Formula C12H30Br2N2Molar mass 362.19 g/molEC 200-249-7
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Serious health hazard 44 suppliers listed
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Hexamethonium bromide chemical structure, C12H30Br2N2, CAS 55-97-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
55-97-0
Formula
C12H30Br2N2
Molar mass
362.19 g/mol
Physical form
Liquid
HS code
292390
Category
Acid, base and phase-transfer catalysts
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What is Hexamethonium bromide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hexamethonium bromide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C12H30Br2N2 and a molar mass of 362.19 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 55-97-0. The IUPAC name is trimethyl-[6-(trimethylazaniumyl)hexyl]azanium dibromide.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
trimethyl-[6-(trimethylazaniumyl)hexyl]azanium dibromide
CAS number
55-97-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
200-249-7
Molecular formula
C12H30Br2N2
UNII
8J77X3S603
MDL number
MFCD00011787
InChIKey
FAPSXSAPXXJTOU-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H30N2.2BrH/c1-13(2,3)11-9-7-8-10-12-14(4,5)6;;/h7-12H2,1-6H3;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C[N+](C)(C)CCCCCC[N+](C)(C)C.[Br-].[Br-]

Synonyms

  • Bistrium bromide
  • Bromuro de hexametonio
  • Bromure d'hexamethonium
  • Esametonio bromuro
  • Hexamethonii bromidum
  • 1,6-Hexanediaminium, N,N,N,N',N',N'-hexamethyl-, dibromide
  • Hexamethone bromide
  • alpha, omega-Bis(trimethyl ammonium)hexane dibromide
  • Bromide, Hexamethonium
  • hexamAthonium (cation)
  • benzohexonium (for the benzosulfonate)
  • Simpatoblock
  • Hexamethionium bromide
  • Esametina
  • Gangliostat
  • Hexameton
  • Vegolysen
  • Vegolysin
  • Hexamethonium dibromide
  • Hexonium dibromide
  • Hexamethonium (Bromide)
  • N1,N1,N1,N6,N6,N6-hexamethylhexane-1,6-diaminium bromide
  • Hexamethylenebis(trimethylammonium bromide)
  • Hexane-1,6-bis(trimethylammonium bromide)
  • Hexamethylenebis(trimethylammonium) bromide
Show all 32 synonyms
  • 1,6-Hexanediaminium, N1,N1,N1,N6,N6,N6-hexamethyl-, bromide (1:2)
  • Hexamethoniumdibromide
  • Hexamethonium (dibromure d')
  • C12H30Br2N2
  • Ammonium, hexamethylenebis(trimethyl-, dibromide
  • Hexamethoniumbromide
  • Hexamethonium bromide hydrate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical form
Liquidexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
362.19 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
360.0776 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-4.03calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
16calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H370Causes damage to organs.
Precautionary statements (7)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P308 + P316If exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Industrial uses: Processing aids not otherwise specified.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II, prohibited in cosmetics
    Name: N,N'-Hexamethylenebis (trimethylammonium) salts, e.g. hexamethonium bromide (INN), Ref no: 124, Annex ref: II/124

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Added by a premanufacture notice

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Hexamethonium bromide is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Hexamethonium bromide is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Hexamethonium bromide, based on the data on this page

What is Hexamethonium bromide?

Hexamethonium bromide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C12H30Br2N2 and a molar mass of 362.19 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 55-97-0. The IUPAC name is trimethyl-[6-(trimethylazaniumyl)hexyl]azanium dibromide.

What is the CAS number of Hexamethonium bromide?

The CAS registry number of Hexamethonium bromide is 55-97-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hexamethonium bromide?

The molecular formula of Hexamethonium bromide is C12H30Br2N2 and its molar mass is 362.19 g/mol.

What is Hexamethonium bromide used for?

Industrial uses: Processing aids not otherwise specified.

Is Hexamethonium bromide hazardous?

Hexamethonium bromide carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes damage to organs. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hexamethonium bromide?

Hexamethonium bromide is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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