Product Name: Melamine Resin Coated Ammonium Polyphosphate
Synonyms: MR-APP, APP coated with melamine resin
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Recommended Use: Used in flame retardant systems for plastics, paints, coatings, building materials, and textiles
Restrictions: Not intended for use in pharmaceuticals or food processing
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GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes and skin; inhaling dust may cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: No symbol required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wear protective gear when handling, wash hands thoroughly after use
Other Hazards: Dust may form explosive mixture in air under certain conditions
Chemical Composition: Melamine-formaldehyde resin-coated ammonium polyphosphate
Chemical Formula: (NH4PO3)n coated with melamine-formaldehyde resin
CAS Numbers: Ammonium polyphosphate: 68333-79-9, Melamine resin: 9003-08-1
Content: Ammonium polyphosphate approx. 85–95% by weight, Melamine resin approx. 5–15% by weight
Impurities: Water <1%, trace amounts of formaldehyde monomer
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, blow nose to clear dust, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids to rinse thoroughly, consult a doctor if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, contact poison control or a physician
Symptoms: May include coughing, sneezing, mild redness, and irritation at contact sites
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry powder, foam, or carbon dioxide extinguishers
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high pressure water jet which could spread the material
Specific Hazards: May produce toxic fumes of phosphorous oxides, ammonia, and nitrogen oxides in a fire
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear
Fire-fighting Instructions: Move containers from fire area if it can be done safely; prevent runoff into drains
Personal Precautions: Put on respiratory protection to avoid dust inhalation, wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains, sewers, water bodies, and soil
Spill Control Methods: Sweep or vacuum up spilled product, collect in a suitable container for disposal or recovery; avoid generating dust
Decontamination: Wash spill area with water after material is collected, ventilate area
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate non-essential personnel, restrict access to affected area
Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust formation, avoid direct contact with skin and eyes
Handling Tips: Ground and bond containers when transferring material, use non-sparking tools for spill cleanup
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep dry and protected from moisture, direct sunlight, and sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and bases, strong oxidizers, water-reactive substances
Packing Materials: Use corrosion-resistant, sealed packaging; keep away from food and animal feed
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established for this compound, keep dust below 10 mg/m3 total inhalable dust
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation; enclose equipment where feasible
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator, gloves made of vinyl, latex, or nitrile, long-sleeve clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face, and exposed skin after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Environmental Controls: Prevent dust from spreading outside process areas
Appearance: White powder or granules
Odor: Odorless or mild chemical smell
pH (Water Suspension 10%): about 5.5–7.5
Melting Point: Decomposes above 240°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility: Insoluble in water, partially soluble in hot aqueous media
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Density: 1.9–2.1 g/cm3
Decomposition: Releases phosphoric acid, ammonia, and other nitrogen oxides on strong heating or burning
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong acids to release ammonium compounds; may react with strong bases to produce ammonia
Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, strong heating, open flames, incompatible substances
Decomposition Products: Phosphorous oxides, ammonia, melamine derivatives, nitrogen oxides
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin or eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity; LD50 (rat, oral) > 5000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: May cause mild irritation on prolonged or repeated contact
Eye Irritation: Slight irritation, redness possible
Respiratory Effects: Dust inhalation may cause coughing and mild throat irritation
Chronic Effects: No evidence of sensitization, carcinogenicity or mutagenicity known for this material
Other Data: Melamine and low-level formaldehyde components below hazardous thresholds
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms; LC50 (fish, 96 h) > 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Inorganic phosphate component not biodegradable, melamine resin coating breaks down slowly
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate in aquatic life
Mobility in Soil: Product adsorbs to soil particles, mobility limited
Other Harmful Effects: Large spills can cause pH changes and eutrophication in surface water
Waste Management: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national laws
Recommended Disposal: Place solid residues in containers approved for industrial waste; consider incineration or landfill
Reuse and Recycling: Material may be recoverable if uncontaminated
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be triple-rinsed and then disposed or recycled, following legal requirements
Special Disposal Precautions: Avoid dispersal of dust into air, prevent runoff to waterways
UN Number: Not classified as a hazardous material under UN transport regulations
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not regulated as a marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from moisture, keep sealed and labelled clearly, avoid transport with incompatible materials like oxidizers or strong acids
Road, Rail, Air, Sea Transport: Standard industry packaging required, no special transport regulations apply, keep separate from foodstuffs
OSHA Status: Not specifically regulated as a hazardous chemical under OSHA
TSCA Status: Components listed on TSCA inventory
REACH Status: All ingredients registered or pre-registered under REACH
Labeling: No special hazard labeling required under GHS; maintain workplace chemical safety labeling
Hazardous Ingredient Disclosure: Formaldehyde residue well below legal reporting thresholds
Other Regulations: Complies with industrial safety, workplace exposure, and environmental protection requirements in major jurisdictions; product safety data subject to periodic review and updates as scientific knowledge advances
