PTFE (TFE) and Kynar are both on allocation.
TFE sheet products, PTFE (TFE) along with Kynar manufacturing requires a mineral called Fluorspar that is mined in Mongolia and China. The worldwide demand for this mineral has risen significantly, additionally, the supply has tightened. PTFE materials have high temperature resistance, excellent chemical resistance and incredibly low co-efficient of friction (slick) and is utilized in tons of applications from non-stick fry pots and pans to ptfe tape for personal use. This specific mineral is a essential raw material inside the production of fluoropolymers, fluorolubricants and quite a few refrigerants.This surge in demand mixed 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 keep at it in the near future.
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