Product Description：
Name: Melamine Powder for Laminates, Flame-Retardant Textiles, and Tableware
Chemical Formula: C3H6N6
Molecular Weight: 126.12 g/mol
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Purity: ≥99.8% (Industrial Grade)
CAS No.: 108-78-1
Brief Introduction of Melamine Powder:
Melamine is a white crystalline powder, commonly used as a key raw material for the production of melamine formaldehyde resins, which are widely applied in the manufacturing of laminates, adhesives, molding compounds, coatings, and flame-retardant materials. With high nitrogen content and excellent chemical stability, it is also used in fertilizer blends (slow-release urea) and flame retardants.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity (Melamine) | ≥99.8% |
| Moisture | ≤0.1% |
| pH (20g/L solution) | 7.5 – 9.5 |
| Ash Content | ≤0.03% |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤0.02% |
Applications of Melamine Powder for Laminates, Flame-Retardant Textiles, and Tableware
1. Melamine Formaldehyde Resin Production
Melamine is primarily used to produce melamine-formaldehyde (MF) resins, which are durable, thermosetting plastics with excellent hardness, heat resistance, and water resistance. These resins are the foundation for many industrial and consumer products.
2. Decorative Laminates
Melamine resins are widely used in the production of high-pressure decorative laminates (e.g., Formica). These laminates are used for:
Furniture surfaces
Kitchen countertops
Wall panels and flooring
They offer superior scratch resistance, moisture resistance, and aesthetic appeal.
3. Molding Compounds
Melamine is used in the manufacture of melamine molding compounds (MMC), often blended with cellulose or wood flour to produce:
Melamine tableware (cups, plates, bowls)
Electrical components (switches, sockets)
Kitchen utensils and appliance handles
These products are strong, glossy, and highly heat resistant.
4. Adhesives and Wood-Based Panels
Melamine is a key component in wood adhesives, especially urea-melamine-formaldehyde (UMF) and melamine-urea-formaldehyde (MUF) resins. These are commonly used in:
Plywood
Medium-density fiberboard (MDF)
Particleboard
Melamine-based adhesives enhance moisture resistance and bonding strength in engineered wood.
5. Coatings and Paints
Melamine resins are used in surface coatings, especially in baking enamels and automotive finishes, to provide:
Hardness and durability
Chemical and UV resistance
High gloss and smoothness
6. Paper Treatment
Melamine resins are applied to impregnated papers (overlay, decorative, and kraft paper) used in laminates. The resin-treated paper is bonded onto surfaces to give them a protective and decorative finish.
7. Flame Retardant Applications
Due to its high nitrogen content (~66% by weight), melamine is used in the production of halogen-free flame retardants, especially melamine cyanurate and melamine polyphosphate. These compounds are widely used in:
Plastics
Textiles
Foams and coatings
Conclusion
Melamine is a versatile industrial raw material essential in construction, automotive, electronics, furniture, agriculture, and household goods. Its excellent heat resistance, hardness, and bonding properties make it indispensable across various industries.
Package and Shipping
Packing: 25kg, 500kg/PP woven bag with plastic film inner or upon requests.
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