PTFE (TFE) and Kynar are both on allocation.
TFE sheet products, PTFE (TFE) as well as Kynar-PVDF manufacturing requires a mineral called Fluorspar that's mined in Mongolia and China. The world requirement for this mineral has risen significantly, and the supply has tightened. PTFE materials have high heat resistance, excellent chemical resistance and extremely low co-efficient of friction (slick) and is utilized in dozens of applications from non-stick fry pans to ptfe tape for personal use. This mineral is actually a crucial raw materials within the manufacturing of fluoropolymers, fluorolubricants and many refrigerants.This increased demand joined together with shortage of raw materials is mainly responsible for a dramatic price increase (almost double within the past year), shortages, and we expect these two factors to continue in the near future.
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