Aqueous Film-Forming Foam

AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) is a high-performance firefighting foam concentrate designed for rapid fire suppression in hydrocarbon fuel fires. It forms a thin aqueous film that cuts off the oxygen supply, preventing re-ignition. AFFF is widely used in aviation, oil refineries, petrochemical plants, marine vessels, and municipal fire services.

AFFF Foam Variants and Specifications

  • Types Available: 1%, 3%, 6%

    Key Features:

    • Fast fire knockdown

    • Superior burn-back resistance

    • C6 pure fluor surfactants for environmental safety

    • Low viscosity for easy proportioning

  • Types Available: 1/3%, 3/3%, 3/6%

    Key Features:

    • Suitable for both hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires

    • Forms a polymeric barrier on polar solvents

    • Effective on gasoline, diesel, methanol, ethanol, and acetone

  • Type Available: 3%

    Key Features:

    • Lower environmental impact

    • Reduces fluorochemical content

    • Effective on hydrocarbon fires

Fire Performance & Applications

Property IMO & EN 1568 UL-162
Appearance Pale Yellow Liquid Pale Yellow Liquid
Specific Gravity 1.00 g/ml Min. 1.01 g/ml ± 2
Viscosity at 20°C 200 mm2/sec Max. NA
pH at 20°C 6.0 - 9.5 7.5 ± 1
Freezing Point -10°C -6.7°C
Recommended Storage Temperature -30°C to 60°C -6.7°C to 49°C
Suspended Sediment (v/v) 0.25% Max. N/A
Foam Expansion Ratio 6.00 7.00
Drainage Time (25%) 2.30 min. 2.30 min.

Fire Performance & Applications

Fire Classes: Class B (flammable liquids), some Class A applications.

Recommended Applications:

  • Aviation & Helipads – Used in AFFF vehicles and foam systems.

  • Oil & Gas Industry – Storage tanks, processing areas, and pipelines.

  • Marine & Offshore – Tanker vessels, jetties, FPSOs.

  • Municipal & Industrial Fire Services – Used in fire tenders and training.

  • Tanker Loading Areas – Fire prevention for fuel transfer zones.

Storage & Shelf Life

Shelf Life: 10+ years in sealed, original packaging.

Storage Conditions: Keep at stable temperatures; avoid direct sunlight.

Packaging Options:

  • 25L / 6 US gallon cans

  • 30L / 8 US gallon cans

  • 200L / 55 US gallon drums

  • 1000L / 265 US gallon IBC containers

Approvals & Certifications

  • ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Mgt System (VRC Int’l)

  • ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Mgt System (VRC Int’l)

  • ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety (VRC Int’l)

  • Underwriter Laborotary - UL-US-2353568-3

  • IMO/MSC.Circ. 1/1312 - Approval : RINA - MED Type

  • IMO/MSC.Circ. 670 - Approval : RINA - MED Type

  • ICAO Level B & C - Approval : RINA Type

  • EN 1568-3:2018 - Approval : RINA Type

  • EN 1568-4:2018 - Approval : RINA Type

Compatibility & Mixing

Compatible with: Foam-compatible dry chemical powders and expanded foams.

Mixing with Other Concentrates: Contact the manufacturer for guidance on mixing with other brands or types.

Testing & Maintenance

Annual Foam Testing Required – Conducted per UL -162, EN 1568 - Part 3 and part 4, ICAO or MSC.1/Cire.1312 standards.

Laboratory Testing Available – Full analytical reports can be provided upon request.