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Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin (Melamine Resin)

MF
CAS 68002-20-0 · Formula C4H8N6O · MW 156.15 g/mol

A thermosetting amino resin that cures into hard, heat- and scratch-resistant networks. It is used as a crosslinking agent in industrial coatings, as a binder in laminates and molding compounds, and as a finishing resin in textiles.

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HS Code
3909.20
At a Glance
Material Family
Polymers & Resins
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Film Formation · Crosslinking / Curing
Functional Roles
METHOXYPOLYOXYMETHYLENE MELAMINE
BINDINGFILM FORMING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Coating crosslinker: Cures with polyol and acrylic resins in baking coatings.
  • Laminates: Binder for decorative and industrial laminates.
  • Molding compounds: Thermoset resin for molded parts.
  • Textile finishing: Adds stiffness and durability to fabrics.
Physical Properties
form
Clear to milky liquid (solution/syrup) or solid resin/powder (typical, grade-dependent)
color
Colorless to pale yellow (typical)
odor
Slight formaldehyde odor (typical)
solubility_in_water
Miscible to dispersible depending on degree of methylation/butylation (typical)
ph
8 - 10 (aqueous resin, typical)
thermoset_behavior
Cures irreversibly to an insoluble crosslinked network on heating (typical)
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3909 . 20
Chapter 39
Plastics and articles thereof
Heading 39.09
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3909.20
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
68002-20-0
Molecular Formula
C4H8N6O
Molecular Weight
156.15 g/mol
IUPAC Name
formaldehyde;1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine
INCI Name
METHOXYPOLYOXYMETHYLENE MELAMINE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
IVJISJACKSSFGE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Melamine Formaldehyde Melamine Resin Poly(melamine-co-formaldehyde) Melamine-formaldehyde polymer 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine, polymer with formaldehyde Butylated melamine-formaldehyde resin Methylated melamine-formaldehyde resin Amino crosslinking resin
Full Description

Melamine-formaldehyde resin (CAS 68002-20-0) is an amino resin formed from melamine and formaldehyde. It is used as a crosslinking agent in industrial coatings, as a binder in laminates and molding compounds, and as a finishing resin in textiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is melamine formaldehyde resin used for?

Melamine-formaldehyde resin (CAS 68002-20-0) is an amino resin used as a crosslinking agent in baking and industrial coatings (curing with polyol and acrylic resins), as a binder in decorative and industrial laminates, as a thermoset for molding compounds, and as a finishing resin that adds stiffness and durability to textiles.

How does melamine formaldehyde resin work as a crosslinker?

It is an amino resin formed from melamine and formaldehyde that reacts with hydroxyl- and carboxyl-functional polyol and acrylic resins during baking to form a crosslinked network. This cure builds hardness, chemical resistance, and durability in coatings. It is supplied as a reactive resin for formulators.

What is the CAS number and resin class for this product?

This product is melamine-formaldehyde resin, CAS 68002-20-0, classified as an amino (melamine) resin and registered as a UVCB substance. Under HS it falls in 3909.20 (melamine resins). RawSource supplies it as an industrial intermediate for coatings, laminates, molding, and textile finishing.

What forms and packaging is melamine formaldehyde resin available in?

Melamine-formaldehyde resins are supplied in liquid (solution) and powder forms depending on the application — crosslinker grades for coatings differ from molding and laminate binders. Confirm your end use and we will match the appropriate grade. RawSource ships in bulk with a CoA and SDS per lot.

What is the cost of bulk melamine formaldehyde resin?

Bulk pricing depends on grade, form (liquid or powder), volume, and delivery point. We quote per order rather than listing spot pricing — request a bulk quote and RawSource will return current pricing with the technical data sheet, CoA, and SDS.

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