melaminformaldehyd
Melamine-formaldehyde, also called melamine-formaldehyde resin or MF resin, is a class of thermosetting polymers produced by condensation polymerization of melamine and formaldehyde. The reaction forms methylolmelamines that crosslink upon curing to give a rigid, heat-resistant network.
Production and curing: In typical manufacture, melamine reacts with formaldehyde under acidic conditions to form methylol
Properties and performance: MF resins exhibit high hardness, good heat resistance, chemical resistance, and excellent electrical
Applications: The resins are widely used in decorative and structural applications: high-pressure decorative laminates (HPL), laminates
Safety and environmental aspects: Formaldehyde is a known irritant and carcinogen; unreacted formaldehyde can be released