Hexamethylene tetramine (E239)
Updated October 2, 2026
Hexamethylene tetramine (E239) is a food additive in the “preservatives” group. It appears in 8 products in our database.
Quick facts
- Also known as
- E239
- E-number
- E239
- Function
- Preservatives
- Found in
- 8 products
Foods that commonly contain Hexamethylene tetramine
Share of published products in each category whose ingredient list includes Hexamethylene tetramine.
Popular products with Hexamethylene tetramine
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NOVA 4 Hexamethylene tetramine-free alternatives
Popular products from the same categories that don't list Hexamethylene tetramine and score Nutri-Score A–C.
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c NOVA 4 How to spot Hexamethylene tetramine on a label
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Frequently asked questions
What foods contain Hexamethylene tetramine?
In our database, Hexamethylene tetramine most often appears in provolone, chocolates, canned meats and unpasteurised cheeses.
How many products contain Hexamethylene tetramine?
8 published products on Foodmetria list Hexamethylene tetramine. Counts come from ingredient lists in Open Food Facts and update daily.
Product data: Open Food Facts (ODbL), updated daily. Additive information is for general education and is not medical advice. Always check the package label. Our methodology.