Polyoxymethylene (30525-89-4)
1. Basic Information
Chemical Name: Polyoxymethylene
Chinese Aliases: Polyoxymethylene; Polyacetal; Condensed Formaldehyde
English Name: Polyoxymethylene; POM; Polyformaldehyde
Molecular Formula: (CH₂O)ₙ
CAS Number: 30525-89-4
Appearance: White or light-colored granules, powder, or rod-shaped solid, odorless or slightly formaldehyde-smelling
2. Technical Parameters
| Item | Indicator |
|------|----------|
| | 92% | 94% | 96% | 98% |
| Formaldehyde Content, % | 91.0≤~<93.0 | 93.0≤~<95.0 | 95.0≤~<97.0 | 97.0≤~<99.0 |
| Acidity (as formic acid), % ≤ | 0.03 |
| Methanol Content, % ≤ | 1.00 |
| pH | 3.0–7.0 |
| Iron Content, % ≤ | 0.0002 |
| Ash, % ≤ | 0.10 |
(The above parameters are for reference. Please refer to the factory inspection sheet for exact values.)
3. Applications and Functions
Polyoxymethylene is a common formaldehyde condensate with high thermal stability and easy formaldehyde release. It can be used as a solid formaldehyde source in various industrial processes, including:
1. Resin Synthesis
Can be used in the production of phenolic resin, urea-formaldehyde resin, etc., suitable for adhesive systems in wood products.
2. Casting Binder Systems
Compatible with cold-box and hot-box molding processes, participating in curing reactions.
3. Chemical Synthesis
Serves as a reactant in some organic synthesis processes, involved in the preparation of functional compounds.
4. Plastic Additive Components
Can be used in modified materials or crosslinking systems, helping to regulate product structure.
5. Coatings and Adhesive Systems
Suitable for specific formulations, acting as a helper component in coating reaction structure formation.
6. Leather and Textile Treatment
Useful in crosslinking finishing processes to support product structure stability.
4. Product Specifications
Our company offers the following standard specifications for polyoxymethylene:
Form: Available in powder and granules to suit different processes.
● Powder: Ideal for high dispersion requirements.
● Granules: Suitable for automated feeding and low-dust scenarios.
Content Range: Available in 92%, 94%, 96%, and 98% grades.
Supports different formulation needs; specific specifications can be consulted.
Packaging: 25kg bags, 500kg bulk bags, with customizable packaging options.