Refrigerants Global Market Report 2024

The refrigerants market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $25.04 billion in 2023 to $27.4 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The expansion observed during the historical period can be attributed to robust economic growth in emerging markets, supportive government initiatives, and a heightened demand for air conditioners.

The refrigerants market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $39.4 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be linked to the phasing out of ozone-depleting substances, increasing urbanization, rising global temperatures, and a growing demand for electric vehicles. Key trends expected during the forecast period involve the continued efforts to phase out ozone-depleting substances, the ongoing trend of urbanization, the impact of rising global temperatures, and the increasing demand for electric vehicles.

The projected increase in the demand for air conditioning is anticipated to be a driving force behind the growth of the refrigerants market in the upcoming years. The global rise in temperatures has led to an escalated demand for cooling systems, with the average global temperature in 2020 exceeding pre-industrial era (1880) temperatures by 1.2 °C, as reported by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). This heightened temperature trend contributes to an increased need for air conditioning, consequently boosting the demand for refrigerants. Refrigerants, chemical compounds found in air conditioners, play a crucial role in absorbing heat from the surroundings and releasing cool air through the air conditioning and evaporator systems. Projections by the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimate that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of households worldwide will possess air conditioners. Notably, developing economies such as India, China, and Indonesia are expected to account for half of the total number of air conditioners, emphasizing the global increase in temperature as a catalyst for heightened demand in the refrigerants market.

The burgeoning demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is poised to be a key driver supporting the growth of the refrigerants market during the forecast period. The widespread adoption of electric vehicles, powered by batteries and electric motors instead of internal combustion engines, necessitates refrigeration systems for various purposes such as battery thermal management systems and cooling for power electronics. A report by the World Economic Forum in 2022 highlighted that nearly 4.3 million battery-powered electric cars (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) were sold globally in the first half of the year. Sales of PHEVs surged by 37%, while BEVs experienced a 75% yearly increase. Furthermore, projections indicate that by 2030, 40% of cars sold in China, the world's largest auto market, are expected to be electric. Consequently, the escalating demand for electric vehicles is set to propel the refrigerants market.

Environmental concerns have prompted companies in the refrigerants market to shift towards refrigerants with low global warming potential (GWP). Regulatory measures such as the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol have advocated for the phasing-out of high-GWP refrigerants such as hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). In response, companies are adopting low-GWP refrigerants to align with environmental sustainability goals. For instance, AGC, a Japanese chemical manufacturer, developed a new composition of AMOLEA 1123 (HFO-1123) refrigerant with a GWP below 10 for air conditioners. Similarly, in January 2022, Honeywell introduced Solstice N71 (R-471A), a low-GWP refrigerant optimized for commercial and industrial refrigeration, particularly in supermarkets.

Strategic partnerships and collaborations have emerged as a notable trend in the refrigerants market, with major companies engaging in such initiatives to fortify their market positions. In November 2022, The Chemours Company, a U.S.-based global chemicals company, formed an alliance with Bohn de Mexico, a leading Mexican company specializing in commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment technology. As part of this collaboration, Bohn de Mexico adopted non-ozone-depleting (non-ODP) and low-GWP refrigerants, including Opteon XL20 (R-454 C), Opteon XL40 (R-454A), and Opteon XL10 (R-1234yf), for its new line of BOHN Ecoflex condensing units.

In July 2022, A-Gas, a UK-based manufacturer of industrial gases and refrigerants, acquired Certified Refrigerant Services, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of refrigerant services. This strategic acquisition aims to expand A-Gas' refrigerant business in the USA, focusing on the recovery and reclamation of refrigerant gases in an efficient and safe manner. These instances of collaboration and acquisition underscore the industry's commitment to enhancing its market presence and addressing evolving demands in the refrigerants market.

Major companies operating in the refrigerants market report are The Chemours Company, The Linde Group, Dongyue Group, Honeywell International Inc., Arkema S A, Orbia, SRF Limited, Asahi Glass Co Inc (AGC), Gujarat Fluorochemicals Ltd., Daikin Industries Ltd., Zhejiang Fotech International Co.Ltd., Changshu 3F Zhonghao New Chemical Materials Co. Ltd., Tazzetti S.p.A, AGC Inc., Sinochem Group Co. Ltd., GEA Group AG, Frigopoint, Quimobásicos, S.A. De C.V., Grupo CLIMSA, Mexichem Flúor S.A. de C.V., DuPont, Hudson Technologies, National Refrigerants Inc., The Bluon Energy, Cheminova Brasil Ltda, Climafrío S.A.S, Gulf Cryo, Abdullah Hashim Industrial Gases & Equipment Co. Ltd., National Gas Company (NGC), El-Sewedy Electrometer, Tasqeef, AIR LIQUIDE SA, Hychill, Hess Corporation, A-gas International.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the refrigerants market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is predicted to record the fastest growth in the refrigerants market in the forecast period. The regions covered in the refrigerants market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the refrigerants market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The main categories of refrigerants include halocarbons, inorganic compounds, hydrocarbons, and others. Halocarbons are organic compounds where several or all hydrogen atoms are substituted with halogen atoms, typically fluorine or chlorine. They find applications in air conditioners, refrigerators, and various other systems.

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The refrigerants market consists of sales of hydrocarbons, water and ammonia. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.


The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.