chemical formula for melamine is C3H6N6, melamine is a german word. It is an organic base chemical commonly found in the shape of white crystals rich in nitrogen. It is combined along formaldehyde to produce melamine resin which is durable thermosetting plastic used in melamine dinnerware, dry erase boards, Formica and laminate flooring. Melamine is used as a soundproofing material, insulation, polymeric cleaning products like a magic eraser.