The global membrane filtration market size attained a value of approximately USD 17.66 Billion in 2024. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of around 7.00% in the forecast period of 2025-2034, reaching a value of around USD 34.74 Billion by 2034.
Over the forecast period, reverse osmosis type of membrane filtration is anticipated to witness a significant demand from the food and beverage sector, as the water transported to food and beverage production sites contains a large amount of minerals, which can prove to be harmful for consumers.
Global Membrane Filtration Market Overview
Rising awareness regarding the advantages of membrane filtration and the harmful effects contaminants can pose to human health are driving the growth of the membrane filtration global market. An enhanced focus to prevent ill-health in consumers of food and beverages, dairy products, drinks and concentrates, and wine and beer, is augmenting the usage of membrane filtration across sectors. The availability of compact and user-friendly membrane filtration systems are leading to a heightened adoption by direct consumers, leading to a surge in demand for membrane filtration. Advancements in technology for membrane filtration are anticipated to fuel the market growth in the coming years, as membrane filtration becomes more advanced, accurate, and efficient.Increasing Demand for Reverse Osmosis (RO) to Bolster the Market for Membrane Filtration
Based on type, the reverse osmosis (RO) segment accounts for a significant share in the market for membrane filtration and is anticipated to witness a steady growth in the forecast period. Reverse osmosis efficiently purifies water by removing 99% of mineral contaminants such as iron, fluoride, salt, lead, manganese, and calcium, among others. Reverse osmosis also separates materials less than 0.001 μm in size, such as monovalent salts from water, and is used for the desalination of sea water and brackish water.Over the forecast period, reverse osmosis type of membrane filtration is anticipated to witness a significant demand from the food and beverage sector, as the water transported to food and beverage production sites contains a large amount of minerals, which can prove to be harmful for consumers.
Global Membrane Filtration Market Share by Region
Regionally, the Asia Pacific accounts for a sizable share of the global market for membrane filtration, driven by the rising demand for membrane filtration for dairy applications. The increasing demand for dairy products in the region can be attributed to the rising population and disposable income in the region. Additionally, the stringent regulations of various governments in the Asia Pacific, aimed towards energy conservation are likely to propel the market growth for membrane filtration over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the fact that using membrane filtration for cold pasteurisation and sterilisation of dairy products instead of high temperature treatment in the removal of microorganisms is more economical in terms of energy consumption.Membrane Filtration Market Segmentation
Membrane filtration is defined as a pressure-driven separation process that uses a membrane for both mechanical and chemical sieving of particles or macromolecules. Membrane filtration is also known to be an effective pre-treatment.Based on type, the market is segmented into:
- Reverse Osmosis (RO)
- Ultrafiltration (UF)
- Microfiltration (MF)
- Nanofiltration (NF)
On the basis of membrane material, the market is bifurcated into:
- Polymeric
- Ceramic
The membrane filtration market segmentation, based on application, is:
- Water and Wastewater
- Food and Beverages
- Dairy Products
- Drinks and Concentrates
- Wine and Beer
- Others
The regional markets for membrane filtration include:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
Rising Investments in Wastewater Treatment to Boost the Membrane Filtration Market Growth
The rising investments in wastewater treatment projects by various governments and private organisations is one of the key trends driving the growth of the market for membrane filtration. This can be attributed to the growing issue of water scarcity in various economies around the world. Membrane filtration can efficiently remove microorganisms, particulates, bacteria, and organic material from water, making it fit for drinking. Additionally, the membrane filtration process facilitates reduced energy consumption, which is likely to increase the membrane filtration market demand. The market will further be augmented by the thriving beverage industry, owing to the growing popularity of wine, beer, and other alcohol-based beverages.Key Players in the Global Membrane Filtration Market
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global membrane filtration market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:- GEA Group AG
- DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
- Pall Corporation
- 3M Company
- Veolia Water Technololgies, Inc.
- Koch Separation Systems, Inc.
- Pentair Plc
- Alfa Laval AB
- SPX Flow Inc.
- Prominent GmbH
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
6 North America Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
7 Europe Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
8 Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
9 Latin America Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
10 Middle East and Africa Membrane Filtration Market Analysis
11 Market Dynamics
13 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- GEA Group AG
- DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
- Pall Corporation
- 3M Company
- Veolia Water Technololgies, Inc.
- Koch Separation Systems, Inc.
- Pentair Plc
- Alfa Laval AB
- SPX Flow Inc.
- Prominent GmbH
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 161 |
| Published | July 2025 |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
