Chemours Introduces Next-Generation Refrigerants for Critical Cooling Applications
The Chemours Company (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company, today announced the launch of its new Opteon™ ZE and Opteon™ 515B refrigerants. These innovative hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) based solutions are designed to deliver optimal performance and sustainability for chiller applications in critical environments such as data centers, commercial buildings, and industrial processes.
Opteon™ ZE (R-1336mzz(Z)) is a low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant designed for centrifugal chillers, offering enhanced energy efficiency and a future-proof solution for large-scale cooling. Opteon™ 515B (R-515B) is a non-flammable, low-GWP, azeotropic blend intended for use in new and existing positive displacement chillers, including screw and scroll chillers. Both refrigerants contribute significantly to reducing the carbon footprint of cooling systems.
“We are committed to providing innovative solutions that help our customers meet their sustainability goals while maintaining high performance standards,” said Alisha Bellezza, President of Thermal & Specialized Solutions at Chemours. “Opteon™ ZE and Opteon™ 515B represent a significant step forward in our efforts to develop next-generation refrigerants that support a more sustainable future.”
The launch of these refrigerants aligns with global efforts to transition to lower-GWP alternatives and reinforces Chemours’ leadership in the advanced performance materials market. The company continues to invest in research and development to bring to market solutions that address evolving industry needs and environmental regulations.
For more information about Opteon™ ZE and Opteon™ 515B, please visit Opteon.com.
About The Chemours Company
The Chemours Company (NYSE: CC) is a global leader in titanium technologies, thermal & specialized solutions, and advanced performance materials. Chemours delivers solutions that are essential to modern living. The company employs approximately 6,000 people and has 28 manufacturing sites. Chemours products are sold in approximately 120 countries. Chemours is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. For more information, visit chemours.com.
Last Updated on August 11, 2026 9:45 pm by Juhasz “the Mage” Gabor | Published on August 11, 2026 by Juhasz “the Mage” Gabor
