FREON 1234YF

R1234yf is a hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant. HFO refrigerants are composed of hydrogen, fluorine and carbon atoms, but contain at least one double bond between the carbon atoms. Due to its composition, R1234yf does not damage the ozone layer or has minimal global warming impact. You do not need a ARCTick refrigerant handling licence or a refrigerant trading authorisation to handle, sell or store this refrigerant.

Main characteristics of R1234yf

Low toxicity

Low GWP; GWP = <1

Zero ozone-depleting potential

Class A2L Refrigerant – Mildly flammable

Low total contribution to climate change

Same operating pressures as R134a system