Development of Novel Formaldehyde-Free Melamine Resin for Retanning of Leather and Reduced Effluent Discharge in Water

The objective of this study was to develop a novel melamine-based resin suitable for producing formaldehyde-free leather with improved retanning properties. The resin was prepared by optimized condensation of melamine, glyoxal and metanilic acid. The novel resin was compared with a commercial resin...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Naveed Ashraf, Azhar Ali, Muhammad Bilal Shakoor, Sajid Rashid Ahmad, Fida Hussain, Sang-Eun Oh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Separations
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2297-8739/9/11/368