Overview & Technical Profile
Chemours Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) is a flagship hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant blend developed to deliver exceptional thermodynamic performance while dramatically reducing environmental impact. Serving as a premier non-ozone-depleting, low-GWP replacement for R-404A, R-507A, and R-22 in existing commercial refrigeration equipment, Opteon XP40 matches system capacity while improving compressor energy efficiency by up to 12%.
Key Specifications & Thermodynamic Properties
| Chemical Formulation | HFO/HFC Zeotropic Quad-Blend (R-32, R-125, R-1234yf, R-134a) |
| ASHRAE Safety Class | A1 Non-Flammable |
| GWP | 1282 (67% reduction vs R-404A) |
| Boiling Point | -50.8°F (-46.0°C) |
| Critical Pressure | 645.7 psia |
| Lubricant Compatibility | POE (Polyolester) Oil |
| Purity Standard | AHRI 700 Standard Virgin Gas |
Applications & OEM Equipment Compatibility
Direct expansion low- and medium-temperature refrigeration in supermarkets, food processing facilities, cold storage warehouses, refrigerated transport vans, and industrial ice-making machinery.
EPA Regulatory & Certified Handling Notice
Environmental & Safety Compliance: Under Section 608 and Section 609 of the United States Clean Air Act, all refrigerants must be purchased and handled in compliance with EPA regulations. Technicians must hold active EPA Section 608 certification (Universal, Type II, or Type III) or Section 609 MVAC credentials. Cylinders are manufactured to DOT-39 specifications and must be recovered into certified recovery vessels to prevent atmospheric release.
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