India Completes Phase-out of Ozone Depleting Chemical HCFC-141b

India has successfully completed the phasing out of Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-141b, used by foam manufacturing companies and one of the most potent ozone-depleting chemicals.

About HCFC- 141 b

  • It is a chemical used by foam manufacturing enterprises.
  • HCFC-141b is not produced in the country and all the domestic requirements are met through imports.
  • It is used mainly as a blowing agent in the production of rigid polyurethane (PU) foams.
  • It is also one of the most potent ozone depleting chemical after Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).

Significance of the Decision

  • India had proactively and successfully taken the challenge of complete phase out of Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-141 ....

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