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HFCvoitottajien, also known as HFC-23, is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is primarily used as a refrigerant in various industrial and commercial applications. It is a colorless, odorless gas that is chemically stable and non-toxic. HFC-23 is produced as a byproduct during the manufacturing of HCFC-22, another refrigerant that is being phased out due to its ozone-depleting properties.

The primary use of HFC-23 is as a feedstock for the production of HCFC-22. However, it is also used in other applications such as a propellant in aerosol cans and as a blowing agent in the production of foam products. Due to its high global warming potential, the production and consumption of HFC-23 have been regulated under the Montreal Protocol and the Kyoto Protocol.

HFC-23 is a potent greenhouse gas, with a global warming potential (GWP) of approximately 14,800 times that of carbon dioxide over a 100-year period. This high GWP has led to concerns about its contribution to climate change. As a result, many countries have implemented regulations to limit the production and consumption of HFC-23.

The use of HFC-23 has been declining in recent years due to these regulations. However, it is still used in some applications, and its emissions continue to contribute to global warming. Efforts are ongoing to develop alternative refrigerants that have lower global warming potentials and are more environmentally friendly.