Product Name: Melamine Flame Retardant
Chemical Name: 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine
Synonyms: Cyanuramide, C3H6N6
CAS Number: 108-78-1
Recommended Use: Non-halogenated flame retardant for polymers, textiles, paints, papers
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Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Signal Word: None required
Hazard Pictograms: None
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation if dust is inhaled, prolonged contact could dry skin
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose a significant environmental hazard, may contribute to eutrophication in large releases
Component: Melamine
Chemical Formula: C3H6N6
Concentration: >99% by weight
Impurities: Small residual content of polycondensates possible
Additives: None
Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing, get medical attention if symptoms develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, get medical attention if symptoms appear
Most Important Symptoms: May cause mechanical irritation to eyes and respiratory tract
Notes for Physician: Treat symptomatically
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jets (risk of dust dispersal)
Fire Hazards: Low fire hazard, but thermal decomposition can release toxic gases including nitrogen oxides, ammonia, cyanuric acid
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Specific Methods: Avoid breathing combustion products, cool containers exposed to fire with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use protective clothing, gloves, eye protection, dust mask where dust may be generated
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains, sewers, or surface waters
Containment Methods: Sweep up and shovel spilled material into suitable containers for disposal, avoid creating dust clouds
Clean-up Procedures: Wash spill area with water after clean-up, ventilate closed areas
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust formation and accumulation, avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid inhaling dust
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing before eating, drinking, or smoking
Storage Requirements: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep containers tightly closed, protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Occupational Exposure Limit: No established TLV or PEL for melamine
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general dilution ventilation to control airborne dust
Respiratory Protection: Wear an approved particulate respirator when handling large quantities or in dusty conditions
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves (nitrile recommended), long-sleeved clothing
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses with side shields
Other Protective Measures: Provide eye wash facilities and safety showers at the workplace
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 7.2 (1% in water)
Melting Point: 345°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Sublimes
Flash Point: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable
Solubility in Water: 3.2 g/L at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Density: 1.57 g/cm³
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Oxidizing Properties: Not an oxidizer
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under recommended conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, strong acids, and oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: Decomposes at high temperature to produce carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, cyanuric acid, ammonia
Polymerization: Does not occur
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >3161 mg/kg, low toxicity if swallowed
Skin Irritation: May cause mild irritation with prolonged or repeated exposure
Eye Irritation: May cause mechanical irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Prolonged inhalation of dust may irritate respiratory tract
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: Negative in standard mutagenicity assays
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects reported in animal studies
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life, LC50 (fish, 96h): >100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Not rapidly biodegradable, slow environmental degradation
Bioaccumulation: Low potential (log Kow: -1.37)
Mobility in Soil: Slightly soluble, small potential for leaching in soil
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills may cause algal blooms due to nutrient content
Product Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations, landfill or authorized waste facility
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers must be handled with care, recycle or dispose of according to legal requirements
Special Precautions: Do not dispose of into surface water or sewers
RCRA Waste Code: Not applicable
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: None known
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid physical damage to containers, keep secured during transport, protect from moisture
TSCA Status: Listed
EINECS: 203-615-4
REACH Registration: Exempt or registered as industrial chemical
SARA 313: Not listed
California Prop 65: Not listed as a carcinogen or reproductive toxin
Other Regulations: Observe all applicable workplace regulations regarding handling of chemicals, ensure labeling and SDS documents are available to employees
