AN UPDATE ON FLUOROCARBONS
Representing the European Fluorocarbons Manufacturers
NEWSLETTER #177 - JUNE 2020
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See how the chemical industry has been fighting the crisis. Across Europe, Cefic members have been collectively taking action in the fight against COVID-19. Our industry’s response to COVID-19′, showcasing examples of how the chemical industry has been addressing the crisis. Take a look at Our Industry’s Response to… Share this article on
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EFCTC welcomes the informative paper reporting on ice core record of persistent shortchain fluorinated alkyl acids (scPFCAs). It adds to the extensive academic papers and reviews about environmental effects of Trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), both natural and from HFCs/HFOs. However, the focus on scPFCAs as a group has resulted in some ambiguities or potential… Share this article on
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In this round-up: EFCTC explains the aims of the illegal trade information hub website https://stopillegalcooling.eu/; Le Monde reports on the effects of illegal trade; and illegal HFCs seized by Bulgarian customs officials. EFCTC steps up fight against illegal trade of HFCs: As illegal trade in HFCs (hydrofluorocarbon gases) continues to flourish… Share this article on
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Nebulizer treatment with bronchodilators for patients with COVID-19 may not be safe due to the generation of aerosols with the risk that droplets will remain in the air. For this reason, delivery of these drugs using metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) tends to be preferred. Maintaining supplies of MDIs at this time of critical need… Share this article on
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An Italian manufacturer of plug-in (hermetic) refrigerated display cases is using mildly flammable A2L refrigerant R-455A (GWP 148 F-gas value) in its new equipment range as it provides a good match to the capacity with and efficiency of R-404A, but without some of the requirements necessary for the use of highly flammable propane… Share this article on
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Until recently, atmospheric models for trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) incorporated surface deposition and rain-out as the main loss processes. This is because TFA reacts only slowly with hydroxyl radicals and does not photolyse at actinic wavelengths (ie UV spectrum). The hydroxyl radical (OH) is the primary reactive agent of the… Share this article on
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World Refrigeration Day to Recognize Cold Chain: The theme chosen for World Refrigeration Day (26th June) in 2020 celebrates the importance of the food cold chain in sustaining life. The cold chain links producers and growers across the world to the domestic refrigerator in our kitchens, and it is essential for so much more than… Share this article on
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