Melam (N2-(4,6-diamino-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine) is a condensation product of melamine.
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IUPAC name
N2-(4,6-Diamino-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine
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Other names
A1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.020.632 |
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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C6H9N11 | |
Molar mass | 235.21 g/mol |
Appearance | white powder |
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Solubility | slightly soluble in acids |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Synthesis edit
Melam was discovered by Liebig in 1834 from the residue of heating ammonium thiocyanate.
Chemical property edit
In the presence of 30% ammonia, melam undergoes hydrolysis to form ammeline and melamine. It also reacts with concentrated nitric acid, producing cyanuric acid.
Upon heating, melam first loses ammonia to form melem, and then melon.
References edit
- B. Bann and S.A. Miller, "Melamines and derivatives of melamine", Chemical Reviews, vol.58, p131-172 (1958).