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Historical and Current Major Uses of PFASs OECD Webinar 29 January 2014 Terminology and Properties The term PFC can be unclear; PFAS describes per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances Polymeric and non-polymeric Multitude of chemical

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Historical and Current Major Uses of PFASs – OECD Webinar

29 January 2014

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Terminology and Properties

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  • The term PFC can be unclear; PFAS describes per- and

polyfluoroalkyl substances

  • Polymeric and non-polymeric
  • Multitude of chemical families
  • FluoroTechnology = Fluorinated Polymers and Surfactants and

Fluoropolymers

  • The stable carbon-fluorine bond gives PFAS unique properties

– Key Properties: resistance to heat and chemical agents, low surface energy, dielectric properties, and low friction properties – Valuable ingredients for products with high versatility, strength, resilience and durability

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FluoroTechnology’s Economic Footprint

  • FluoroTechnology is essential to thousands of products

and applications throughout the global economy.

  • Globally, the market value of processed

FluoroTechnology* reached $19.7 billion in 2013.

  • In 2013, more than $1.2 trillion of global

manufacturing output relied upon FluoroTechnology in either the end product itself, or in its processing.

*FluoroTechnology includes fluoropolymers, fluoroelastomers, and fluorotelomer-based materials and products made with these materials. It does not include refrigerant gases.

  • Preliminary Estimates by FluoroCouncil

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Examples of Fluoropolymer Applications

Semiconductor Manufacturing Aerospace Materials - Hydraulic Tubing Wire & Cabling Chemical and Pharma Processing Valves, Lined Piping, Tanks Low Permeable Automotive Fuel Hose

  • http://fluorocouncil.com/PDFs/Industrial-Reliance-on-FluoroTechnology.pdf
  • OECD (2013) Synthesis Paper on Per- and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

(https://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/risk-management/PFC_FINAL-Web.pdf)

Data Wire & Cabling 4 Non-stick Coatings for Cookware and Small Electrical Appliances Electronics

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Examples of Fluorinated Polymer and Non-Polymer (Surfactants) Applications

Protective Finishes on Apparel and Textiles Paint

  • http://fluorocouncil.com/PDFs/Industrial-Reliance-on-FluoroTechnology.pdf
  • OECD (2013) Synthesis Paper on Per- and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

(https://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/risk-management/PFC_FINAL-Web.pdf)

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PFAS Benefits and Supported Industries

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  • Safety: Workers, Consumers,

Environment

– Chemical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing – Food Processing – Personal Protection and Worker Safety – Safety Equipment – Healthcare/Hospitals – Metal Plating – Aerospace – Wire & Cable in Buildings – Paper and Packaging

  • Electronic Equipment

– Semiconductors and Electronics

  • Durability

– Building and Construction – Industrial and Institutional Floor Care – Cookware – Paints and Coatings – Outdoor Apparel/Equipment – Leather (Footwear and Furniture) – Carpet and other Home Textiles

  • Emissions Reduction/(Alternative)

Energy

– Automotive – Oilfield and Mining – Alternative Energy

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PFAS Applications Safety: Workers, Consumers, Environment

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Chemical Manufacturing

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers; fluorinated

polymers Key Uses:

  • Corrosion resistant equipment linings and coatings
  • Treated garments protect workers from chemical

exposure Key Properties:

  • Resistance to high heat and harsh chemicals

Key Benefits:

  • Safe chemical processes (for workers, community and

environment) in long lasting, capital intensive equipment

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Pharmaceutical Industry

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers

Key Uses:

  • Sterile, corrosion resistant equipment linings and coatings

Key Properties:

  • Sterility, resistance to high heat and harsh chemicals

Key Benefits:

  • High purity medications

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Food Processing Industry

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers

Key Uses:

  • Sterile equipment linings and coatings

Key Properties:

  • Non-stick surfaces for commercial baking, easy clean and

disinfect, oil and grease resistance Key Benefits:

  • Reduced use of cooking release chemicals, reduced

potential for food-borne illness, reduced production costs leading to more affordable food

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Paper and Packaging

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluorinated Polymers

Key Uses:

  • Packaging for high oil content and high grease content foods
  • QSR: Food wraps, pizza boxes, hamburger clam shells, plates

Key Properties:

  • (Hot) oil and grease resistance, improved water holdout

Key Benefits:

  • Consumer protection (hot oil in microwave popcorn, hot food),

increased shelf life, less plastic packaging material

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Safety Equipment

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluorinated surfactants (non-polymers)

Key Uses:

  • Firefighting foams to extinguish

flammable liquid fires (Class B fires) Key Properties:

  • Low surface tension and positive spreading coefficient,

burnback resistance Key Benefits:

  • Saving lives and equipment in military, industrial, and

municipal settings, such as civilian and military aviation, refineries, chemical manufacturing, ships and oil platforms

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Aerospace

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers

Key Uses:

  • Tubing, cable and wire, PFPE lubricants

in oxygen systems Key Properties:

  • Wide and high temperature operating range, light-weight, low-

fire, low-smoke, chemically inert, eliminate explosion risk Key Benefits:

  • Safe aircraft operation, reduced emissions (fuel efficiency)

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Healthcare/Hospitals

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, Fluorinated Polymers

Key Uses:

  • Catheter coatings, needle coatings,

medical garments Key Properties:

  • Low friction, clot resistant coating;

breathable, water, oil, stain and soil protection Key Benefits:

  • Patient comfort and safety in catheter applications, safety in

deep needle operations including certain drug injections and biopsies, disease transmission prevention

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PFAS Applications Durability

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Outdoor Apparel/Equipment

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, fluorinated polymers

Key Uses:

  • Firefighter turnout gear, oil/gas and chemical

industry clothing, military/police bulletproof vests/clothing, outdoor clothing and equipment Key Properties:

  • Breathable, water, oil, stain and soil protection

Key Benefits:

  • Durable (life saving) protection, reduced environmental footprint

(longer garment life, easy care, cold wash, faster drying times)

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Building and Construction

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, Fluorinated Polymers, Surfactants

Key Uses:

  • Architectural film, façade and infrastructure protection

Key Properties:

  • High durability, UV resistance, anti-corrosion,

stain and soil protection, improved wetting and pore penetration Key Benefits:

  • Aesthetic architecture, longer

lifetime for infrastructure, building façade and surfaces lifetime, reduction of VOC in paint formulations

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Household Products

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, Fluorinated Polymers, Surfactants

Key Uses:

  • Pots, pans, bakeware, small electrical appliances (consumer

and commercial use), textiles, upholstery, carpet Key Properties:

  • Durable non-stick; water, oil, stain

and soil protection Key Benefits:

  • Ease of use and cleaning, durability
  • f goods and healthy cooking (less fat)

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PFAS Applications Electronic Equipment

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Semiconductor/Electronics Manufacturing

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, fluorinated polymers

Key Uses:

  • Plasma machinery, etching materials, cleaning fluids, wetting

surfactants for chemical etchants Key Properties:

  • High corrosion resistant, high purity, plasma and chemical

resistant gaskets and O-rings Key Benefits:

  • Vital to semiconductor production, modern

disk drives, worker safety, equipment integrity

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Electronic Products

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, fluorinated polymers

Key Uses:

  • Hard disk drives, wireless devices

Key Properties:

  • Insulation, weatherability, transparency, water resistance

Key Benefits:

  • Modern disk drives, long life, low power loss, miniaturization

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PFAS Applications Emissions Reduction/(Alternative) Energy

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Automotive

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers

Key Uses:

  • Fuel lines, oil pan and head gaskets

Key Properties:

  • Low weight, high vapour barrier, heat and chemical

resistance Key Benefits:

  • Reduction in emissions, increased fuel economy

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All images courtesy of AGC CHEMICALS AMERICAS, INC.

Automotive Uses of FluoroTechnology

Engines:

  • Crankshaft Seals
  • Front Cover Seals
  • Cylinder Head Gaskets
  • O-Rings
  • Gaskets
  • Valve Stem Seals
  • Camshaft Seals
  • Oil Pan Seals
  • Engine Oil Coolers
  • EGR Valve Seals
  • Water Pump Seals
  • PTFE Bearings
  • Back-up Rings
  • V-Packings
  • Valve Packings
  • Gaskets
  • Valve Stem Seals
  • Camshaft Seals

Transmissions:

  • PTFE Seals
  • PTFE Bearings
  • Piston Seals
  • Shaft Seals
  • Gaskets
  • O-Rings
  • Fluid Transfer Seals
  • Sensor Modules

Fuel Systems:

  • Seals
  • Oil Coolers
  • Valve Bodies
  • Liquid Lines
  • Vapor Lines
  • Fuel Tanks
  • Filler Necks
  • Fuel Tanks
  • Connectors
  • Oxygen Sensors
  • Filler Necks
  • Seals

Axle Systems:

  • Wheel Bearing Seals
  • Hub Seals
  • Differential Output Seals
  • Rotary Shaft Seals
  • Wheel Bearing Seals
  • Hub Seals
  • O-Rings

Steering Systems:

  • Gear Seals
  • PTFE Bearings
  • Column Adjustment
  • Pump Seals
  • Gear Mounts
  • Steering Rack Seals

Electronics:

  • Engine Wiring
  • Transmission Wiring
  • Under-hood Wiring
  • Fiber Optic Cables

Suspension/Brakes:

  • Strut Seals
  • Shock Absorbers
  • Piston Seals
  • Brake Pad Additives
  • Brake Piston Seals

Environmental Systems:

  • Hood, Door, &

Trunk Hinges

  • PTFE Bearings
  • Push/Pull Cables
  • Power Door Lock Seal
  • Seat Adjustment Systems
  • Active Headlight Seal

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Alternative Energy

Major Type of FluoroTechnology:

  • Fluoropolymers, fluorinated polymers

Key Uses:

  • Photovoltaic solar cells,

lithium batteries Key Properties:

  • Insulation, improved efficiency and safety,

durability Key Benefits:

  • Renewable energy, reduced emissions, increased

lifetime and reduced costs

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Transition to Alternatives

  • Alternatives that gained regulatory approval

exist for most uses of long-chain PFAS

  • “Non-fluorine containing substances are

available for some applications, but may not work as well as long-chain PFASs, particularly in situations where extremely low surface tension and/or durable oil- and water- repellence is needed.”

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  • OECD (2013) Synthesis Paper on Per- and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

(https://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/risk-management/PFC_FINAL-Web.pdf)

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Summary

  • Because of its unique physical properties, fluoro-

technology is an integral and essential part of the global economy and every day life.

  • Without FluoroTechnology, many of the

mentioned industries could not function and quality of life would be very different.

  • In 2013, more than $1.2 trillion of global

manufacturing output relied upon FluoroTechnology in either the end product, or in its processing.

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Thank You!

Jessica Steinhilber

+1-202-249-6737 Jessica_steinhilber@fluorocouncil.com

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Back-up Slides

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PFAS Terminology

Fluorinated Polymers and Surfactants - Fluoropolymers

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  • OECD (2013) Synthesis Paper on Per- and Polyfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

(https://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/risk-management/PFC_FINAL-Web.pdf)