Membrane Filtration Market Report 2025

The membrane filtration market market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.97 billion in 2024 to $19.45 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to water and wastewater treatment needs, pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications, food and beverage industry requirements, growing dairy industry, environmental regulations compliance.

The membrane filtration market market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $26.78 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to biopharmaceutical industry expansion, rising demand for processed foods, advancements in healthcare practices, technological innovations in filtration, global population growth. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion in pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications, rising demand for membrane bioreactors in wastewater treatment, integration of membrane filtration in food and beverage processing, advancements in hollow fiber membrane technology, increasing use of membrane filtration in the healthcare sector.

The growth of the membrane filtration market is expected to be driven by the increasing occurrences of water pollution and waterborne diseases. Water pollution arises when toxic substances, including chemical products or microorganisms, are discharged into bodies of water, leading to a scarcity of clean and potable water. This surge in water pollution contributes to a rise in waterborne diseases. Membrane filtration emerges as a viable solution for water treatment through microfiltration or ultrafiltration, enhancing water quality by eliminating contaminants. For instance, in July 2023, the Environment Agency reported 2,026 incidents of sewage and water supply infrastructure issues, signifying a notable increase from the 1,883 incidents reported in 2021. Out of these, 368 cases affected water supply assets, with a significant majority (345) stemming from the water distribution system, marking a considerable rise from the 189 cases reported in 2021. Thus, the escalating cases of water pollution and waterborne diseases are set to fuel the growth of the membrane filtration market.

The membrane filtration market is expected to experience growth due to the rising demand for pharmaceutical products. Pharmaceutical products encompass substances formulated to prevent, diagnose, or treat medical conditions. Membrane filtration plays a pivotal role in the pharmaceutical industry by ensuring the removal of contaminants, sterilizing liquids, and facilitating purification processes, thereby maintaining stringent quality and safety standards. For example, in February 2023, the Merck Group reported a 22% increase in pharmaceutical product sales for the year 2022, amounting to $59.3 billion over the full year 2021. Consequently, the heightened demand for pharmaceutical products is a driving force behind the growth of the membrane filtration market.

Technological advancement is a significant trend gaining traction in the membrane filtration market. Recently, there has been a growing demand for ozone membrane filtration technologies, including ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, microfiltration, reverse osmosis, and forward osmosis, aimed at improving water quality by eliminating contaminants. Major companies in the membrane filtration market are focused on innovating new technologies to maintain their competitive edge. For example, in September 2023, PPG Industries, a US-based manufacturer of paints, coatings, and adhesives, launched a new line of high-performance ultrafiltration (UF) membranes and filter elements designed to enhance industrial water reuse and wastewater treatment. These UF membranes are particularly effective at filtering challenging contaminants like oil and grease, which are difficult to remove using traditional methods. Featuring industry-leading flow rates, they improve the efficiency and throughput of wastewater treatment processes. Additionally, the single-layer design of these membranes provides superior mechanical, thermal, and chemical stability compared to traditional two-layer membranes, allowing for effective backwashing and enhanced separation capabilities.

Leading companies in the membrane filtration market are increasingly focusing on introducing multipurpose membrane filtration to gain a competitive advantage. Multipurpose membrane filtration involves the versatile application of membrane-based separation technologies across various industries and processes. For instance, in November 2022, Alfa Laval AB launched a new multipurpose membrane filtration system designed to provide efficient and cost-effective solutions for diverse industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and biotech. The system, known for its ease of installation, operation, and maintenance, is expected to deliver high-quality filtration performance and reliability.

In January 2023, Ingersoll Rand acquired SPX Flow's air treatment business for $525 million, aiming to expand its product offering in the broader compressor ecosystem. SPX Flow, a membrane filtration technologies provider, contributes to the membrane filtration market.

Major companies operating in the membrane filtration market market include Pall Corporation, Koch Membrane Systems Inc., Pentair Plc., 3M Company, Porvair Filtration Group, GEA Group AG, Suez Water Technologies and Solutions, Alfa Laval AB, Veolia Environnement S.A., DowDuPont Inc., Prominent GmbH, Nitto Denko Corporation, Synder Filtration Inc., Merck KGaA, Toray Industries Inc., The Wabag Group, Cytiva Corporation, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Graver Technologies LLC, Repligen Corporation, Hyflux Ltd., Microdyn-Nadir GmbH, Polymem S.A.S., Membrane Solutions LLC, Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, Aquaporin A/S.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the membrane filtration market share in 2024. The regions covered in the membrane filtration market market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the membrane filtration market market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Membrane filtration is a physical separation method employed to separate dissolved materials, colloids, or fine particles from solutions. This process, driven by pressure, is capable of segregating molecules of varying sizes and characteristics, making it a widely utilized technique in chemical and biotechnology applications.

The primary types of membrane filtration include reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, microfiltration, and nanofiltration. Reverse osmosis is specifically utilized to separate impurities from water by filtering out unwanted molecules and large particles. The modules designed for this process come in various configurations such as spiral-wound, tubular systems, plate and frame, and hollow fiber, composed of materials such as polymers and ceramics. Reverse osmosis finds applications in diverse fields, including wastewater treatment, healthcare, and the food and beverage industry.

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The membrane filtration market includes revenues earned by entities by removing up pathogens, from surface water, groundwater, and wastewater The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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