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Fluorochemicals


Our Fluorochemicals Business Unit markets hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) under the Forane® brand, as well as HFC and HCFC mixtures, in the following markets worldwide :

 

  • Refrigerants for refrigeration and air conditioning, including commercial, construction, automotive and other applications
  • Blowing agents for polymer foams, specifically polyurethanes and polystyrene
  • Feedstock for the production of fluoropolymers
  • Degreasing, cleaning and drying solvents
  • Aerosol sprays, (mainly for pharmaceutical applications)

 

The world’s second-ranked producer of fluorocarbons, the business unit has plants in Europe, the United States and Asia (China). Recent and ongoing capital spending by Arkema aims to strengthen our long-term position in fluorochemicals by enhancing environment stewardship and safety.

 

Our Fluorochemicals Business Unit produces and markets fine fluorochemicals

 

  • Boron trifluoride (BF3), a compressed gas, and its complexes, which are liquid derivatives of BF3, are used as catalysts in the production of petrochemicals and fine organic chemicals
  • Bromotrifluoromethane (BTFM) is used as an organic synthesis intermediate

 

Fluorochemicals

  Trademarks / Products

Forane® Fluoro- chemicals

Forane® Refrigerants

Forane® for Foams, Solvents & Aerosols

Fine Chemicals

Industrial Products & Catalysts

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