Melamine

Melamine (C3H6N6) Trimer of Cyanamide What is Melamine? Melamine is an organic compound with the chemical formula C3H6N6, found as a white crystalline powder. Thanks to its high strength, hardness, and durability, it is an important raw material widely used in many industries. It reacts with urea and formaldehyde to form melamine-formaldehyde resin. This resin […]

Caprolactam

Caprolactam (C6H11NO) Lactam of 6-Aminocaproic Acid What is Caprolactam? Caprolactam is a white crystalline powder with the chemical formula C6H11NO. It is an important organic compound used as a basic raw material in the production of nylon 6 (polycabrolactone). Caprolactam, synthesized from petrochemical raw materials—particularly benzene, cyclohexane, and ammonia—is widely used in the production of […]

Sorbitol

Sorbitol (C6H14O6) What is Sorbitol? Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol with the chemical formula C6H14O6. It occurs naturally in many fruits, particularly in fruits such as cranberries and apples. On an industrial scale, it is produced by the hydrogenation of glucose obtained from corn starch. It is used in diet foods as a low-calorie […]

Glycerin

Glycerin (C3H8O3) Glycerine Gliserin Nedir? Glycerin, chemically known as propane-1,2,3-triol, is a colorless, odorless, and sweet liquid found in plant and animal fats in nature. It can also be produced synthetically. It is used in skin care products due to its moisturizing properties. It is preferred in the food industry due to its sweetening and […]