Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market Size By Product Type (PTFE Membranes, EPTFE Membranes, Silica Membranes), By Application (Water Purification, Food and Beverages, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceuticals), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Chemical Separation Membranes Market Size And Forecast

Chemical Separation Membranes Market size was valued at $882.77 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach $1744.76 Million in 2031, growing at a CAGR of 8.86% from 2024 to 2031.

The rising demand for biogas in developing countries and the cost-effectiveness of membrane separation are primary factors boosting the growth of the market. The growth of this market is also associated with the burgeoning demand for carbon dioxide removal in emerging countries such as China, India, and South Korea. The Global Chemical report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market Definition

In general, separation membranes are described as thin fibers produced from polymers. These polymers are cross-linked to produce nano-sized pores which in turn are applied for filtering out unwanted particles from the useful ones. The membranes employed in the chemical separation process assist in separating two or more different types of liquids or gases. Various types of membranes are available in the market based on the characteristics and the raw material used to manufacture them.

Their implementation of membranes for the separation of gases and chemicals provides an efficient, non-thermal approach, in comparison to the traditional membranes. These membranes have the potential for reducing energy consumption and decreasing pollution and carbon dioxide emissions. Specific properties of membranes, such as porosity, stability, durability, permeability, and selectivity, make them an important element in different industrial applications. Currently, gas separation membranes are extensively used in water & waste treatment and food & beverage processing applications.

Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market Overview

The cutting operations for pipelines made of plastic as well as metal can be efficiently done with waterjet cutting machines. Further, the oil & gas industry has a large network of pipelines integrated with membrane systems, thus, this factor is considered to raise the sales of waterjet cutting machines in the oil & gas sector, and, in turn, drive the demand for Chemical Separation Membranes Market globally. Moreover, gas separation membrane technology is widely used for gas processing applications in industries, such as chemical, petrochemical, and manufacturing. Increasing demand from these industries stimulates the market for the global Chemical Separation Membranes Market.

There are certain constraints and obstacles faced that will limit the overall market growth. The factors such as enhanced production in terms of volume while keeping low costs of production is challenging and thus inhibiting the growth of the market. Further, a dearth of uniform testing standards and metrics required for quantitative evaluation and for developing innovative membrane solutions are the potential restraints hampering the overall growth of the global Chemical Separation Membranes Market. Nevertheless, the improvements in technologies, the development of mixed matrix membranes, and untapped potential in emerging markets offer promising growth opportunities.

Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market is Segmented on the basis of Product Type, Application, And Geography.

Chemical Separation Membranes Market, By Product Type

•  PTFE Membranes
•  EPTFE Membranes
•  Polypropylene Membranes
•  Silica Membranes
•  Others

Based on Product Type, the market is bifurcated into PTFE Membranes, EPTFE Membranes, Polypropylene Membranes, Silica Membranes, Others. The polyimide & polyaramide segment holds the largest market share during the forecast period. The factors that can be attributed to its superior selectivity & permeability, high chemical & thermal stability, mechanical strength, and good film-forming properties are accelerating the demand for this segment.

Chemical Separation Membranes Market, By Application

•  Water Purification
•  Food and Beverages
•  Oil and Gas
•  Pharmaceuticals
•  Ink and Coating
•  Others

Based on Application, the market is bifurcated into Water Purification, Food and Beverages, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Ink and Coating, Others. The oil & gas industry segment accounts for the largest market share during the forecast period. The factors that can be attributed to the southeast Asian countries and the increasing demand for shale gas in North America are fueling the demand for this segment.

Chemical Separation Membranes Market, By Geography

•  North America
•  Europe
•  Asia Pacific
•  Latin America
•  Rest of the World

On the basis of regional analysis, the Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the world. Asia-Pacific holds the largest market share. The high demand for carbon dioxide removal from reservoirs, rising demand for sanitation and fresh water, increasing urbanization, and ongoing projects will boost the market in the APAC region.

Key Players

The “Global Chemical Separation Membranes Market” study report will provide a valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market including some of the major players such as DeltaMem AG, Evonik Industries AG, 3M Company, Pentair PLC, Novamem Ltd. DIC Corporation,  L’Air Liquide S.A., PBI Performance Products, Inc., Pervatech Bv, Compact Membrane Systems, Inc., and others.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

Product Development

•  According to a news article of c&en of 13th September 2020, scientists of Exxon Mobil, the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Imperial College of London, and Queen Mary University of London published a research paper on Membranes. Using an N-aryl-linked spirocyclic polymer membrane, the team was able to separate hydrocarbons with 12 or fewer carbons—such as gasoline and jet fuel—from light crude oil.
•  A METAL oxide-infused membrane has been developed which offers lower-energy chemical separation than other conventional methods and they can withstand harsh environmental conditions.

Mergers and Acquisitions

•  Caloris Engineering LLC, which is the US, based Membrane, Evaporation, and Drying Technology Company acquired Avon which is a Minnesota based equipment fabricator Seitz Stainless. Caloris Engineering provides Membrane, Evaporation, and Drying Technology for the food and beverage sector. Avon on the other hand fabricates a range of components used in food processing systems, such as heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, and custom equipment.
•  Kurita Water Industries Ltd which is a Japan Headquartered company acquired California-headquartered Avista Technologies Inc along with its affiliate Avista Technologies (UK) Ltd. Avista is a formulator and supplier of reverse osmosis (RO) specialty chemicals. They also provide technical support for membrane‐based water treatment systems including reverse osmosis (RO), microfiltration/ultrafiltration (MF/UF), and multimedia filtration (MMF).

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