What Does FREON Stand For?

FREON stands for DuPont Trade Name

FREON is a registered trade name owned by DuPont, representing a series of chemical refrigerants commonly used in air conditioning, refrigeration, and aerosol propellants. Originally developed in the 1930s, FREON compounds are primarily based on chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which have been important in various industrial applications due to their stability and efficiency in heat transfer. However, due to environmental concerns related to ozone depletion and global warming, the production and use of certain FREON products have been phased out or regulated under international agreements.