Product Overview

HFO-1234yf (2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene) is a next-generation hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant with the molecular formula CF₃CF=CH₂. As a low Global Warming Potential (Low-GWP) refrigerant, it has an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) of 0 and a GWP of less than 1. It is widely used in automotive air-conditioning systems, foam-blowing agents, aerosol propellants, and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems.

Basic Information

Product Name: HFO-1234yf

CAS No.: 754-12-1

Molecular Formula: CF₃CF=CH₂

Molecular Weight: 114.04

Boiling Point: -29°C

Appearance: Colorless liquefied gas

Structural Formula:

Product Advantages

• Ultra-low GWP, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

• ODP of 0, with no ozone layer depletion impact.

• Thermodynamic performance similar to R134a, facilitating system upgrades and replacements.

• Suitable for automotive air-conditioning and new environmentally friendly refrigeration systems.

• Complies with global low-carbon refrigeration regulatory trends.

Industry Applications

Used as an automotive air-conditioning refrigerant, low-GWP foam-blowing agent, aerosol propellant, refrigerant blend component, and in advanced thermal management systems. Owing to its excellent environmental profile and energy-efficiency performance, it has become a key alternative refrigerant in the global automotive HVAC market.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose Our Product

• Stable supply of high-purity material

• Strict quality control system

• International transportation and export support

• Available in cylinders and ISO-Tank packaging

• Suitable for both industrial-grade and refrigeration-grade applications

Packaging & Storage

Packaging: Cylinders and ISO-Tanks.

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition sources. Avoid direct sunlight and keep containers tightly closed.

FAQ

Q1: What is HFO-1234yf mainly used for?
A: It is primarily used in automotive air-conditioning systems and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems.

Q2: What are the environmental advantages of HFO-1234yf?
A: It has an ODP of 0 and an extremely low GWP, making it a next-generation low-carbon refrigerant.

Q3: Can HFO-1234yf replace R134a?
A: Yes. It is now widely used as a replacement for R134a in automotive air-conditioning systems.

References: ASHRAE Refrigerants Handbook and ASHRAE Refrigerant Designations (for GWP, ODP, chemical nomenclature, and refrigerant classification information).