Chemours Freon Refrigerant gas R32 is a pure, single-component HFC refrigerant gas used primarily in residential and commercial air conditioning systems and heat pumps.

Here is a breakdown of its key properties, safety information, and applications to help you understand the product.

Property	Detail	Significance
Chemical Name	Difluoromethane (CH₂F₂)	HFC refrigerant, no chlorine
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)	0	Does not harm the ozone layer
Global Warming Potential (GWP)	675	~32% of R-410A’s GWP, reducing climate impact
ASHRAE Safety Rating	A2L	Lower toxicity; mildly flammable
Boiling Point	-52°C	Typical for low-temperature refrigeration cycles
Flammability Range	12.7% – 33.4% in air	Will ignite if concentration is within this range

Safety and Handling (A2L Mildly Flammable)

Unlike R-410A or R-134a, R32 is mildly flammable (Class A2L) and requires specific safety precautions .

• Extremely Flammable: R32 gas can form explosive mixtures with air. Use only dry chemical, CO₂, or fine water spray to extinguish fires .
• Health Hazards: The gas is heavier than air and can cause asphyxiation in confined spaces. Liquid contact can cause frostbite .
• Storage: Keep cylinders upright, away from heat, and store in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with sources of ignition .

Quality and Availability

• Product Quality: Chemours emphasizes that using high-purity refrigerant is critical for system efficiency and safety. Impurities (non-condensables or moisture) in low-quality refrigerants can damage compressors and reduce cooling capacity .
• Typical Sizes: It is commonly available in various cylinder sizes, including 3 kg (approx. 6.6 lbs) and 9.5 kg (approx. 21 lbs) containers .

Are you planning to use this for a new installation or as a retrofit for an older system? Knowing this can help clarify specific handling requirements.