TCC finds partner for private label refrigerant

Orbia Advance Corporation S.A.B. de C.V. Fluor & Energy Materials is partnering with Technical Chemical Company (TCC) in a private label agreement. Orbia’s Klea Edge 444A will be marketed by TCC under its Johnsen’s brand as FREEZE YF.

FREEZE YF is an economical refrigerant that provides comparable lifetime carbon footprint to R-1234yf, delivers faster and more efficient cabin cooling and meets all applicable U.S. refrigerant regulations. With a global warming potential (GWP) below 150, R-444A is available through TCC in 8 oz. canisters (Part No. 6444) and 10 lb. cylinders (Part No. 6445). It is authorized by the EPA for automotive professional use, requires no system modifications, and is compatible with all mobile A/C systems designed for R-1234yf.

“We are excited to partner with Technical Chemical Company to launch R-444A through their well-respected Johnsen’s brand,” said Chuck Abbott, global marketing manager for Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials. “Our objective was to create a lower-cost, lower-impact refrigerant that cools faster without sacrificing compliance — delivering a win-win for service shops and consumers. TCC’s nationwide distribution and industry relationships will ensure broad access to this alternative.”

Larry Easterlin, TCC vice president of sales, said: “Our customers have been seeking cost-effective alternatives to high-priced R-1234yf that do not compromise performance or require retrofitting. FREEZE YF meets that need.”