Melamine formaldehyde, also known as MF, has been mass-produced since 1938.
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It is a thermoset polycondensate.
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Applications: Used in molding compounds and food containers (e.g. dishes).
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General properties: It has high surface hardness and scratch resistance. High resistance to creep, heat, moisture, boiling water. High shrinkage, easy to crack in formation.
