C2F6 hexafluoroethane Gas

Hexafluoroethane, or C2F6, is a versatile gas with several industrial applications. It is commonly used in the semiconductor industry as a plasma etching agent to clean and etch silicon wafers.  It is also used as a refrigerant in cooling systems and as a fire extinguishing agent due to its non-toxic and non-flammable properties.  However, C2F6 is a potent greenhouse gas with a high global warming potential, which means it can contribute significantly to climate change if released into the atmosphere. As such, it is important to handle and dispose of C2F6 carefully and to use alternative substances where possible to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases.