Aluminum Flouride

Aluminum Fluoride (AlF₃) is an essential inorganic compound used primarily as a flux in the production of aluminum. It lowers the melting point of electrolytic baths in aluminum smelting, improving energy efficiency and process control. Refacture synthesizes AlF₃ from fluorine-bearing waste streams using our High-Temperature Plasma (HTP) technology—creating a secure, domestic alternative to traditionally imported sources while diverting hazardous byproducts from landfills.

AlF₃ is designated as a critical mineral input for aluminum production, a metal vital to defense, aerospace, and clean energy sectors. Global supply is increasingly strained by geopolitical dynamics and reliance on China for production. Refacture’s process creates onshore supply using circular recovery, aligning with U.S. goals for industrial resilience, emissions reduction, and sustainable sourcing.