LECRON(SZ:300343) Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-04-22 20:39Company Overview - The company focuses on the research, production, and sales of fluorine-containing new materials, having developed a complete fluorochemical industry chain including basic raw materials, fluorinated refrigerants, fluorinated polymers, and fluorinated fine chemicals [4][5] - The company has established a significant production capacity in the fourth-generation refrigerant sector, with plans for capacity expansion through technological upgrades based on market conditions [6] Product Segments - Fluorinated Refrigerants: The company produces HCFCs and HFCs, which are used in various applications including refrigeration systems and as raw materials for fluorinated polymers. HCFC-142b is a key product, while HFC-152a serves multiple roles including as a propellant [4][6] - Fluorinated Polymers (PVDF): The company has industrialized PVDF, which is in high demand due to its excellent properties and applications in sectors such as telecommunications, new energy, and construction. The lithium battery sector has become the largest downstream application for PVDF [6][7] Financial and Operational Updates - The company has not needed to restate previous financial data and has maintained consistent financial reporting [9][10] - Recent market conditions have led to a significant decline in prices for fluorinated materials, particularly in the lithium battery sector, prompting the company to pause the construction of a new PVDF project and reassess its plans [11] Strategic Developments - The company has approved the acquisition of a 9.9990% stake in Shandong Hu'an New Materials Co., thereby increasing its ownership to 100%, which aligns with its long-term strategic goals [10] - A project for the construction of a 50,000 tons/year PVDF production facility has been approved, but its development is currently on hold due to market fluctuations and the need for further planning [11][12]