Refinery and Petrochemical Filtration Market Report 2025

The refinery and petrochemical filtration market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.67 billion in 2024 to $4.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory compliance, increasing demand for refined products, focus on operational efficiency, global economic trends, aging infrastructure.

The refinery and petrochemical filtration market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stringent environmental standards, rising global energy demand, focus on sustainable practices, investment in infrastructure upgrades, global economic trends and energy transition. Major trends in the forecast period include digitalization and industry 4.0, advancements in filtration technologies, technological advancements, focus on cost-effective solutions, rising demand for high-efficiency filtration systems.

The forecast of 5.6% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through higher costs for sintered metal filter elements from Sweden and automated backflush systems from Switzerland, increasing maintenance expenses. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The increasing demand for refined petroleum products is poised to drive the growth of the refinery and petrochemical filtration markets in the foreseeable future. Refined petroleum products, derived from the processing of crude oil, such as gasoline, diesel fuel, and jet fuel, undergo purification and distillation to meet specific consumer and industrial requirements. Refinery and petrochemical filtration processes play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of refined petroleum products. Initial filtration focuses on removing impurities from crude oil, while petrochemical filtration refines the products, making them suitable for a broad range of applications, from fuels to chemicals. For example, in March 2023, as reported by Statistique Canada, the production of refined petroleum products in 2022 increased by 0.8% compared to the previous year, totaling 112.3 million cubic meters. This growth was primarily driven by increases in kerosene-type jet fuel (+44.7%) and distillate fuel oil (+2.1%). Consequently, the rising demand for refined petroleum products is expected to fuel the growth of the refinery and petrochemical filtration markets.

The rapid pace of industrialization is anticipated to be a key driver for the growth of the refinery and petrochemical filtration markets in the coming years. Industrialization involves the transformation of an economy or society from primarily rural and craft-based activities to a more industrial and manufacturing-based structure. Refinery and petrochemical filtration processes play a crucial role in industrialization by purifying and separating various substances, ensuring product quality, and maintaining environmental safety. As an illustration, in August 2023, Eurostat, the Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union (EU), reported a 0.5% increase in industrial production in the euro area and a 0.4% increase in the EU in June 2023 compared to May 2023. This indicates the ongoing trend of rapid industrialization that is expected to drive the growth of the refinery and petrochemical filtration markets.

Leading companies in the refinery and petrochemical filtration markets are focusing on innovative filtration solutions to improve efficiency and drainage performance, thereby gaining a competitive edge. Filtration solutions are advanced technologies designed to effectively remove contaminants and purify gases or liquids in processes such as carbon capture, ensuring high-quality outcomes and better operational efficiency. For example, in September 2024, Cleanova, a US-based filtration solutions provider, introduced Cleanova.C-CLEAN, an advanced filtration system tailored for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) applications. This solution meets the critical need for high-purity carbon dioxide (CO2) by providing customized filtration technologies that efficiently remove solid and liquid contaminants from feed gases. The product line includes state-of-the-art components such as UNIQ-MAX high-capacity filters, liquid/gas coalescers, activated carbon filters, and oil mist eliminators, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and support decarbonization efforts. Cleanova.C-CLEAN aims to help industries achieve their sustainability goals while reducing their environmental impact by optimizing carbon capture processes.

In April 2023, Ceco Environmental Corp., a US-based technology company, acquired Transcend Solutions LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, CECO Environmental seeks to enhance its filtration capabilities and extend its reach in the hydrocarbon and chemical processing sectors, positioning itself for growth in the renewable energy and energy transition markets. Transcend Solutions LLC is a US-based company specializing in process filtration solutions for the hydrocarbon and chemical processing industries.

Major companies operating in the refinery and petrochemical filtration market report are 3M Company, Eaton Corporation PLC, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Atlas Copco, AMETEK Inc., MANN+HUMMEL Holding GmbH, Pentair PLC, ExxonMobil Chemicals Company, Donaldson Company Inc., Pall Corporation, Filtration Group Corp., Burckhardt Compression Holding AG, Camfil AB, Ariel Corporation, Axens SA, Hilliard Corporation, Porvair Filtration Group, Amazon Filters Ltd., Graver Technologies, Blasch Precision Ceramics Inc., Filtration Technology Corporation, Norman Filter Company, Sungov Engineering Private Limited, Filson filter, Compositech Products Manufacturing Inc., RCI Technologies Inc., Brother Filtration, Lenntech B.V., Filtcare Technology Pvt. Ltd., Yixing Huading Machinery Co. Ltd.

Europe was the largest region in the refinery and petrochemical filtration market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the refinery and petrochemical filtration market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the refinery and petrochemical filtration market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are heavily impacting the oil and gas industry, especially in areas such as exploration equipment, pipeline development, and refining operations. Increased import duties on drilling rigs, steel pipes, and specialized machinery have significantly raised capital expenditures across both upstream and downstream segments. Midstream players are grappling with cost surges for essential components like valves, compressors, and storage tanks, causing delays and disruptions in expansion projects. Refiners, meanwhile, are contending with higher expenses for imported catalysts and control systems critical to operational efficiency. In addition, retaliatory tariffs from major trade partners have curtailed U.S. exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and crude oil, reducing global competitiveness. In response, companies are ramping up investments in domestic manufacturing alliances, digital asset management tools, and diversified energy portfolios to maintain resilience and protect profitability.

Refinery and petrochemical filtration involve the process of eliminating impurities from crude oil and petroleum-derived chemicals. This is essential for ensuring product quality, protecting equipment, and meeting industry standards for purity. The primary goal of refinery and petrochemical filtration is to remove contaminants and impurities from crude oil, feedstocks, and final products, thereby ensuring the quality and purity of the output.

The main types of filters in the refinery and petrochemical filtration market include coalescer filters, cartridge filters, electrostatic precipitators, filter presses, bag filters, and other filter types. A coalescer filter is a device designed to remove small liquid droplets from a gas or vapor stream by combining them into larger droplets, making separation easier. Various applications of these filters include liquid-liquid separation, liquid-gas separation, and others, with widespread use in refineries and the petrochemical industry.

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The refinery and petrochemical filtration market includes revenues earned by entities that provide services such as crude oil filtration, waste management, and hydrocarbon filtration. 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. The refinery and petrochemical filtration market consists of sales of pleated cartridge filters, depth cartridge filters, and high flow cartridge filters. 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).

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