Factory and Activities
Specifications
General Information
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Melamine |
| Chemical Formula | C3H6N6 |
| CAS Number | 108-78-1 |
| HS Code | 2933610000 |
| Primary Feedstock | Urea |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Technical Properties by Production Process
| Process Type | Operating Pressure | Catalyst Type | Purity (%) | Bulk Density (g/cm³) | Crystal Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Phase Method | 0.1 - 0.5 MPa | High-activity silica / molecular sieve | ≥ 99.9 | 0.8 - 0.9 | Fine, uniform, excellent flowability |
| Low Pressure Method | 0.1 - 1.0 MPa | Modified silica / alumina | ≥ 99.7 | 0.7 - 0.8 | Uniform, good flowability |
| Normal Pressure Method | 0.1 MPa | V2O5-TiO2 | ≥ 99.6 | N/A | High urea conversion (>95%) |
| High Pressure Method | 7.0 - 10.0 MPa | Silica / alumina | ≥ 99.5 | 0.6 - 0.7 | Larger particles, uneven distribution |
Applications
Industrial buyers consume melamine primarily to manufacture resins and flame retardants, which account for over 80% of global demand. Incorporating melamine into adhesive formulations significantly improves the end product's thermal stability and moisture resistance.
Our distributed melamine powder is primarily used for the following applications:
- Melamine-impregnated paper
- MDF (medium-density fiberboard)
- Melamine-faced chipboard
- HPL (high-pressure laminates)
- Melamine glue
- MF resin (Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin)
- MUF resin (Polyoxymethylene melamine urea)
- Melamine flame retardant (MCA-melamine cyanurate)
Woodworking and construction material manufacturers rely on melamine to upgrade traditional urea-formaldehyde (UF) resins. Synthesizing melamine-urea-formaldehyde (MUF) resin reduces the 24-hour water absorption swelling rate by 30% to 50% compared to standard UF resins. Cross-linking with melamine also drives formaldehyde emissions down to E0 standards while increasing static bending strength by 15% to 20% for load-bearing structural boards.
Plastics compounders and textile producers use melamine cyanurate (MCA) as a halogen-free flame retardant. Adding 5 to 15 kg/m³ of MCA enables particleboards to pass B1 flame retardant standards. Melamine foam manufacturers also depend the chemical's inherent thermal stability to produce lightweight, high-open-cell-rate insulation for construction and automotive acoustic applications.
Why Source Through BASTONE
Sourcing industrial chemicals from China requires a partner who understands both factory-level production and global logistics. BASTONE Petrochem operates as an authorized distributor for China's top petrochemical producers. Direct allocation access means buyers bypass spot-market volatility and secure highly competitive pricing.
Cost-effective supply remains our primary focus for bulk chemical buyers. Our procurement volume and listed distributor status keep prices low, passing factory-direct pricing advantages directly to downstream manufacturers. Technical support from our R&D-backed group structure ensures buyers select the exact purity grade and production method suited for their specific application.
Zhejiang Bastone Technology Co., Ltd manages all export operations with strict attention to compliance and documentation. Logistics teams coordinate bulk shipments, manage container loading specifications, and provide accurate lead times. Buyers receive complete, batch-traceable COA documentation with every order, ensuring smooth customs clearance and immediate factory acceptance.
Sourcing & Logistics
| Logistics Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Supply Origin | China (Top 3 Petrochemical Producers) |
| Export Entity | Zhejiang Bastone Technology Co., Ltd |
| Packaging Options | 25kg bags, 500kg/1000kg jumbo bags |
| Documentation | COA, MSDS, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, BL |
| Trade Terms | FOB, CIF, CFR |
| Sample Availability | Available upon request for lab testing |