what is melamine material

Melamine is a nitrogen-rich compound that is used to manufacture a variety of products, including plastic dishware, utensils, countertops, plastic products, dry-erase boards, paper products, cooking utensils, plates, and more. Melamine resin is durable, fire and heat-resistant, and virtually unbreakable, making it more desirable than other plastic housewares. It is also lightweight and comes in virtually every color, design, and shape. Melamine is considered safe for use in dishware by the FDA, but it should not be used in a microwave. While some people have raised safety concerns about melamine, the risk of it leaking into food from serving containers is low, and most of it is used up in the manufacturing process. Melamine is also used in industrial coatings, paper products, and as a fertilizer in some countries, although it is not approved for that use in the U.S. .