Melamine (Gas Source) Flame Retardant / IFR Blowing Agent

Name: Melamine (Gas Source) Flame Retardant / IFR Blowing Agent
Brand: Chemzip
Price: 1 USD
Availability: InStock

CAS Number: 108-78-1

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Melamine is the standard gas source (blowing agent) component in the classic APP/PER/MEL ternary intumescent flame retardant system used in structural steel fireproofing coatings, halogen-free polyolefin FR compounds, and passive fire protection products. Upon decomposition at 250–300 °C, melamine releases large volumes of NH3 and CO2 that inflate the char formed by the acid source/carbon source reaction, creating a thick insulating foam layer. The high nitrogen content (66.6%) also contributes to gas-phase flame inhibition.

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Technical Specifications

appearance	White crystalline powder
moisture (%)	<0.1
melamine purity (%)	≥99.5
nitrogen content (%)	66.0–66.7
particle size D50 (µm)	20–50
decomposition temperature (°C)	250–300

Applications

Gas source in APP/PER/MEL ternary intumescent fireproofing coatings for structural steel
Nitrogen gas source in halogen-free intumescent FR polyolefin cable compounds
Passive fire protection board and mat binder matrix component
Intumescent fire stop product formulations (sealants, collars, pillows)
Co-synergist with APP in wood and cellulosic substrate intumescent treatments

Key Features

Standard gas source for proven APP/PER/MEL intumescent system with extensive global code approvals
High nitrogen content (66.6%) releases large NH3 volume to generate maximum char expansion
Widely available commodity chemical with consistent quality and competitive pricing
Low molecular weight (126 g/mol) maximizes molar gas release per kilogram for foam expansion