Recent advances for microencapsulation of flame retardant

In this paper microencapsulation of magnesium hydroxide, red phosphorus, inorganic phosphorus and organic flame retardants have been reviewed. The effects of different shell materials on the properties of microencapsulated flame retardant and composites have been carefully and thoroughly discussed. It has been demonstrated that microencapsulation provide better water resistance, flame retardancy, compatibility and higher pyrolysis temperature, etc. With proper shell material, the microcapsules not only possess better properties, but also can be used in more rigorous situation. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.