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Product Introduction
Melamine Cyanurate (MCA) is a white crystalline powder renowned for its multifunctional properties, making it a highly versatile material in various industries. It is synthesized by the combination of melamine and cyanuric acid, forming a stable and non-toxic compound widely used as flame retardants, lubricants, matting agents for coatings, and various additives.
Technical Parameters
| Product Name | Melamine Cyanurate |
| Synonym(s) | Melamine Isocyanurate |
| CAS NO. | 37640-57-6 |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Bulk Density (g/cm³) | 0.3 – 0.4 |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble |
| Content (%) | 99.5 MIN |
| Moisture (%) | 0.2 MAX |
| Residual Cyanuric Acid (%) | 0.2 MAX |
| Residual Melamine (%) | 0.001 MAX |
| Whiteness (F457) | 95 MIN |
| pH | 6.0 – 7.0 |
Features and Benefits
- ✓ Excellent Flame Retardant Effect and Low Additional Amount
- ✓ Non-Halogenated: Environmentally friendly, with no harmful halogenated byproducts which pollutes the environment and destroys the ozone layer.
- ✓ High Thermal Stability: Withstands high temperatures without degrading during machining and using.
- ✓ Never change the color of plastic products
- ✓ Versatile Applications: Used in coatings, lubricants, electroplating, and so on.
- ✓ Non-Toxic: Safe for use in consumer products, like cosmetics.
- ✓ Enhance Mechanical Strength: Improves durability in materials like polymer concrete.
- ✓ Cost-Effective: Multifunctional, reducing the need for multiple additives.
Applications
Flame Retardant
Melamine Cyanurate (MCA) is widely used as a flame retardant. When heated, MCA forms a layer of carbon foam to minimize the contact between the polymer and oxygen, thus slowing down or stopping burning and reducing the toxic fumes produced by the burning. It has a high nitrogen content, and water steam and nitrogen gas will be produced at high temperature, which can reduce the concentration of combustible gas and improve the flame retardant performance.
Lubricant
MCA can be used as a lubricant, and its unique laminar crystal structure provides excellent lubricity, reducing friction and wear in mechanical systems. It's more cost-effective than traditional molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). It is commonly used for high-performance greases and lubricants in automotive and industrial applications.
Matting Agent
As a matting agent, MCA is used in coatings to reduce gloss and give a matte effect. It has good adhesion with resin and better matting performance than titanium dioxide and silica.
Plastic Additive / Electroplating
Melamine cyanurate is used as a plastic additive in electroplating applications. It improves the surface properties of plastics and increases their adhesion to metal layers during electroplating. This makes the metal coating on the plastic parts more durable and uniform.
Concrete Additive
MCA can be used as a concrete additive to increase the strength of concrete, improve its performance and extend its life.
Cosmetics / Personal Care
MCA can be used as a covering agent in sunscreen and shaving cream. It is non-irritating to the skin, has good adhesion, and makes the product smoother.
Handling and Storage
Handling
- Avoid dust formation
- Follow the usual precautions for handling chemicals
Storage
- Follow the general rules of industrial fire protection
- Take precautionary measures against electrostatic charges — earthing necessary during loading operations
- Keep away from sources of ignition, because dust can form an explosive mixture with air
- Keep containers tightly closed, cool and dry
Packaging
Available in various packaging sizes, such as 25kg bags, bulk sacks, and other custom packaging solutions to meet specific requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
QWhat is Melamine Cyanurate (MCA) and how is it made?
AMelamine Cyanurate (MCA) is a white crystalline powder produced by combining melamine and cyanuric acid. The resulting compound is stable, non-toxic, and exhibits multifunctional properties suitable for use in flame retardants, lubricants, matting agents, and various industrial additives.
QIs Melamine Cyanurate halogen-free and environmentally safe?
AYes. MCA is a non-halogenated flame retardant, meaning it does not produce harmful halogenated byproducts that pollute the environment or destroy the ozone layer. It is considered an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional halogen-based flame retardants.
QWhat are the main applications of Melamine Cyanurate?
AMCA is widely used as a flame retardant in plastics and polymers, a lubricant in automotive and industrial greases, a matting agent in coatings and paints, a plastic additive for electroplating, a concrete additive to improve strength, and a covering agent in cosmetics such as sunscreen and shaving cream.
QHow does MCA compare to other lubricants like MoS2 or PTFE?
AMCA offers a more cost-effective solution compared to traditional lubricants such as molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Its unique laminar crystal structure provides excellent lubricity, reducing friction and wear in mechanical systems while being more economical.
QWhat packaging options are available for Melamine Cyanurate?
AMCA is available in various packaging sizes including 25kg bags, bulk sacks, and other custom packaging solutions tailored to meet specific customer requirements and logistics needs.
QWhat precautions should be taken when handling and storing MCA?
AWhen handling MCA, dust formation should be avoided and standard chemical handling precautions should be followed. For storage, keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from ignition sources. Earthing is necessary during loading to prevent electrostatic charges, as dust can form an explosive mixture with air.