Melamine
TL;DR: Melamine (CAS 108-78-1) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C3H6N6 and molecular weight 126.06539 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine
Also Known As: MELAMINE, 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine, Cyanuramide, Cyanurotriamide, Cyanurotriamine
Application Areas
Top 5 of 22 IPC patent classification(s) from the SureChEMBL global patent database.
Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C3H6N6 |
| Molecular Weight | 126.06539 g/mol |
| XLogP | -1.4 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 117.0 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 6 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 126.06539 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 9 |
| Complexity | 63.0 |
| Purity | 99% |
| Melting Point | 653 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | Sublimes (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.573 at 61 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Vapor Pressure | 50 mmHg at 599 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Refractive Index | Index of refraction: 1.872 at 20 degC/D |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | C1(=NC(=NC(=N1)N)N)N |
| InChIKey | JDSHMPZPIAZGSV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Melamine is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as coating, adhesive, and surface treatment formulations. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Product profile: commercial lots are supplied at 99%. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
A polymer intermediate supplied by CoreyChem, Melamine (CAS 108-78-1) has the molecular formula C3H6N6 and a molecular weight of 126.07 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.573 at 61 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³, a solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992). Synonyms include MELAMINE and 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine.
Custom synthesis (mg to ton scale), HPLC/NMR/MS analytical support, and complete COA/MSDS documentation are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Safety Information
H351, H361f, H373
Chemical Property Profile of Melamine
Property Insights of Melamine
The XLogP value of -1.4 indicates that Melamine is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. The TPSA of 117.0 Ų falls within the moderate polarity range, balancing permeability and solubility for Melamine. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Melamine has 3 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 6 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Melamine?
The CAS number of Melamine is 108-78-1.
What is the molecular formula of Melamine?
The molecular formula of Melamine is C3H6N6.
What is the molecular weight of Melamine?
The molecular weight of Melamine is 126.06539 g/mol.
What are the applications of Melamine?
Melamine is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as coating, adhesive, and surface treatment formulations. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Product profile: commercial lots are supplied at 99%. Available from CoreyChem as...
Where can I buy Melamine?
You can request a quote for Melamine directly from CoreyChem. Contact us or email [email protected] for pricing and availability.
Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Melamine?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Melamine and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.
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