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Hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs): The Next-Gen Climate-Friendly Refrigerants
Hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) represent the latest advancement in refrigerant technology, developed to address the environmental concerns associated with traditional hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). With ultra-low global warming potentials (GWP) and zero ozone depletion potential (ODP), HFOs are being widely adopted in automotive air conditioning, refrigeration, foam insulation, and aerosols.
What Are HFOs?
Hydrofluoroolefins are unsaturated organic compounds composed of hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon atoms. The presence of a carbon-carbon double bond (C=C) distinguishes them from HFCs, making HFOs more reactive in the atmosphere and thus shorter-lived — a key reason for their low GWP.
Example Compounds:
HFO-1234yf – Commonly used in automotive air conditioning
HFO-1234ze – Used in foam blowing and chillers
HFO-1336mzz(Z) – Applied in high-performance HVAC and insulation
Key Applications
Automotive Air ConditioningHFO-1234yf is the dominant low-GWP replacement for HFC-134a in vehicle air conditioning systems. It delivers equivalent performance with a GWP of less than 1, compared to 1,430 for HFC-134a.
Commercial and Industrial RefrigerationHFO blends are increasingly used in supermarket refrigeration systems and cold chain logistics, offering energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.