Yes, that’s correct! Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) is a non-ozone depleting, hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant that is designed to offer a low global warming potential (GWP) and superior performance compared to R-507, a commonly used refrigerant in commercial refrigeration applications.

Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) has become the leading refrigerant used in various commercial refrigeration applications, such as:

1. Supermarkets and grocery stores: Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) is an excellent replacement for R-404A and R-507 in supermarket refrigeration systems, offering improved efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and lower GWP.
2. Cold storage facilities: Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) can be used to retrofit or replace existing R-404A and R-507 systems in cold storage facilities, providing similar or better performance with a much lower GWP.
3. Food and beverage processing: Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) can be used in a wide range of food and beverage processing applications, such as walk-in freezers, blast chillers, and ice machines.
4. Air conditioning and heat pump systems: Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) can also be used in certain air conditioning and heat pump applications, providing similar or better performance than R-22 and R-410A with a much lower GWP.

Overall, Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) is a more sustainable, environmentally friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants, making it an attractive choice for commercial refrigeration applications.