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Fluorochemicals
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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 :
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Refrigerants for refrigeration and air conditioning, including commercial, construction, automotive and other applications
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Blowing agents for polymer foams, specifically polyurethanes and polystyrene
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Feedstock for the production of fluoropolymers
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Degreasing, cleaning and drying solvents
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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
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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
Fluorochemicals also markets water treatment products in Europe
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Clarfer® (ferric chloride), used to treat wastewater
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WAC® and WAC HB® or HBA®, coagulants used in water treatment plants
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Sodium chlorite, a biocide used to make drinking and domestic water potable
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