TFE sheet products, PTFE (TFE) as well as Kynar manufacturing requires a mineral called Fluorspar that's mined in Mongolia and China. The world requirement for this mineral has risen significantly, as well as the supply has tightened. PTFE materials have high heat resistance, excellent chemical resistance and extremely low co-efficient of friction (slick) and is used throughout a great deal of applications from non-stick fry pots and pans to ptfe tape for personal use. This mineral is a essential raw materials inside the manufacturing of fluoropolymers, fluorolubricants and many refrigerants.This increased demand paired with general shortage of raw materials is mainly responsible for a dramatic price increase (almost double over the last year), shortages, and we expect both these factors to continue in the near future.
Comments
Post a Comment