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Chemours Launches Opteon™ ZE and Opteon™ 515B Refrigerants for Chiller Applications Powering Data Centers, Commercial Buildings, and Other Mission Critical Environments

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  • Chemours launched Opteon™ ZE (R-1234ze(E)) & Opteon™ 515B (R-515B) for stationary chiller applications to support AI-driven data centers & commercial HVAC.
  • Opteon™ ZE is an HFO-based refrigerant with an ultra-low GWP of approximately 1, zero ODP, & an ASHRAE A2L (mildly flammable) classification suitable for air- & water-cooled chillers.
  • Opteon™ 515B is a refrigerant blend of ~91.1% R-1234ze(E) & ~8.9% R-227ea featuring a GWP of ~293, zero ODP, & an ASHRAE A1 (non-flammable) classification for conventional chiller transitions.
  • The new products address growing cooling demands from AI infrastructure by offering efficient heat removal, reliability, scalability, & alignment with decarbonization goals.
  • Both refrigerants are compatible with polyolester oil (POE) lubricants & leverage Chemours' manufacturing expertise & intellectual property for dependable long-term supply.
  • Opteon™ ZE & Opteon™ 515B are currently available in strategic countries with further market expansion expected to follow based on demand.