What could be future markets for HCs?
USA: The USA is the only major world market where HCs are still banned by law from domestic refrigeration. First U.S. manufacturers, including white goods manufacturer GE and ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s, have requested approval of isobutane and propane in domestic refrigerators and ice cream freezers. If granted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the USA is likely to become a key market for HCs in domestic and commercial refrigeration. Globally: The global initiative “Refrigerants, Naturally!”, uniting some of the world’s leading consumer brands, might open up additional channels for hydrocarbons. Here, Unilever and McDonalds have both reiterated their commitment to use HCs in ice cream cabinets and in fast food restaurants respectively.
