PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene product PTFE (TFE) along with PVDF manufacturing requires a mineral called Fluorspar that's mined in Mongolia and China. The world need for this mineral has grown significantly, as well as the supply has tightened. PTFE materials have high temperature resistance, excellent chemical resistance and incredibly low co-efficient of friction (slippery) and is utilised throughout a great deal of applications from non-stick fry pans to ptfe tape for personal use. This specific mineral is a critical raw material inside the manufacturing of fluoropolymers, fluorolubricants and lots of refrigerants.This surge in demand linked with general shortage of raw materials is mainly responsible for a dramatic price increase (almost double in the last year), shortages, and we expect these two factors to stay in affect in the near future.
Monday, October 13, 2025
PTFE (TFE) and PVDF both are experiencing long lead times.
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