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Analysis of the Most Popular Refrigerant Gas in Colombia and Potential Demand for 2025
Commercial & industrial refrigeration (supermarkets, cold storage, food processing)
Automotive air conditioning (vehicle manufacturing & servicing)
Residential & commercial AC systems
| Refrigerant | Type | Common Applications | Market Share (Est.) | Regulatory Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-134a | HFC | Automotive AC, chillers | ~30% | Phasing down (high GWP) |
| R-404A | HFC blend | Commercial refrigeration | ~25% | Being replaced (very high GWP) |
| R-410A | HFC blend | Residential/commercial AC | ~20% | Phasing down (GWP = 2088) |
| R-32 | HFC (lower GWP) | New AC systems | ~15% | Growing due to energy efficiency |
| R-290 (Propane) | Natural (HC) | Small refrigeration, AC | ~5% | Rising (eco-friendly, but flammable) |
| R-600a (Isobutane) | Natural (HC) | Domestic refrigerators | ~5% | Growing (low GWP) |
Key Insight:
R-134a and R-404A still dominate due to existing equipment but face decline due to regulations.
R-410A remains strong in AC but will be replaced by R-32 (lower GWP).
Natural refrigerants (R-290, R-600a, CO₂) are growing due to environmental policies.
Expansion of cold chain logistics (food exports, pharmaceuticals)
Increasing AC adoption (urbanization, rising temperatures)
Regulatory shifts (Kigali Amendment mandates HFC phase-down)
| Refrigerant | 2024 Market (Tonnes) | 2025 Projection (Tonnes) | Growth Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-134a | ~3,500 | ~3,300 | Declining (replaced by R-1234yf in automotive) |
| R-404A | ~3,000 | ~2,700 | Declining (high GWP phase-out) |
| R-410A | ~2,500 | ~2,400 | Stable/Declining (replaced by R-32) |
| R-32 | ~1,800 | ~2,200 | Rapid Growth (new AC systems) |
| R-290 / R-600a | ~1,000 | ~1,500 | Strong Growth (eco-friendly trend) |
| Others (CO₂, R-407C, etc.) | ~500 | ~700 | Moderate Growth |
Focus on R-32 and natural refrigerants (R-290, R-600a) for long-term growth.
Monitor regulations to avoid penalties on high-GWP refrigerants.
Explore partnerships with AC manufacturers shifting to eco-friendly alternatives.
Diversify supply sources to mitigate price volatility.
