August 28,2025 —With the successful start-up of its 15 kt Forane^® 1233zd production unit in Calvert City, Kentucky, Arkema continues to develop its low Global Warming Potential (GWP) fluorospecialties, to meet the increasing demand for more sustainable solutions in building insulation and thermal management.

Aligned with Arkema’s ambition to provide its customers with sustainable and innovative solutions, the Group announced in 2022 the investment of around US$60 million in Calvert City to upgrade its previous HFC production line into a state-of-the-art HFO 1233zd unit.

Forane^® FBA 1233zd blowing agent provides a versatile and sustainable solution for industries such as efficient buildings, roofing, and appliance manufacturing, designed to tackle key challenges faced by polyurethane foam manufacturers, including thermal performance, environmental impact, and safety. As a non-ozone depleting foam-blowing agent with a 99% reduction in GWP compared to the legacy HFC solution, Forane® FBA 1233zd is SNAP-approved for most polyurethane foam applications.

In addition, Forane^® HTS 1233zd cooling properties enable efficient and sustainable thermal management, notably in high temperature heat-pumps and data centers cooling.

As one of the world’s largest producers of 1233zd, Arkema is well-positioned to serve both domestic and international markets with best-in-class technology and service.

Source: Arkema