Basic Information

Structural Information

• Structure Type: Aromatic heterocyclic triazine compound
• Structural Features: Contains a six-membered triazine ring with three amino groups attached. It has high reactivity for cross-linking and polymerization with aldehydes.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Odor: Odorless
• Melting Point: 354 °C (decomposition)
• Density: 1.574 g/cm3 (20 °C)
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in cold water; soluble in hot water, glycerol; insoluble in ethanol, ether and most organic solvents
• Stability: Chemically stable at room temperature. Decomposes at high temperature. Reacts with formaldehyde to form resin; reacts with strong acids to generate melamine salts.

Synthesis & Applications

Synthesis Method

Main Applications

• Resin Industry: Main raw material for melamine-formaldehyde resin, widely used in plastics, laminates and tableware.
• Coating & Adhesive: Used as cross-linking agent for coatings, adhesives and fire-retardant materials.
• Paper & Textile: Applied as waterproof agent, stiffening agent and flame retardant.
• Chemical Additive: Used in flame retardants, fertilizers and organic synthesis intermediates.

Safety & Storage Instructions

• Hazard Classification: Low toxicity; dust irritates eyes and respiratory tract. Harmful if ingested in large quantity.
• Personal Protection: Wear dust mask and general gloves, avoid long-term inhalation of dust.
• Storage Condition: Keep containers tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry and ventilated area, keep away from heat and strong acids.
• Transportation: Classified as general goods. Prevent package breakage and dust leakage.

Quality & Spectral Data

• Purity: ≥99.8%
• Loss on Drying: ≤0.1%
• Ash Content: ≤0.03%
• pH (5% aqueous suspension): 7.5–9.5
• IR Spectrum: Characteristic absorption peaks conform to standard reference spectrum

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