Industrial Carbon Dioxide Market Report 2026

The industrial carbon dioxide market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.6 billion in 2025 to $5.96 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial manufacturing expansion, beverage carbonation demand, oil and gas recovery operations, ammonia production growth, metal processing requirements.

The industrial carbon dioxide market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.59 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to carbon capture utilization growth, hydrogen production expansion, industrial gas infrastructure investment, food processing demand growth, advanced manufacturing processes. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for industrial gas applications, growing use in enhanced oil recovery, expansion of carbonation and beverage processing, increasing adoption in metal fabrication, focus on high purity and process efficiency.

The increasing demand for packaged foods is expected to drive the growth of the industrial carbon dioxide market in the coming years. Packaged foods refer to processed or prepared food products that are sealed in packaging for convenience, preservation, and easy distribution. This demand is rising due to busy lifestyles, with consumers opting for convenient, ready-to-eat, or easy-to-cook food options that save time. Industrial carbon dioxide plays a key role in packaged foods by preserving freshness and extending shelf life. It is used in carbonation, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), and refrigeration to prevent spoilage and maintain product quality. For example, in July 2025, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) reported that in 2024, exports of processed food and beverage products from Canada reached $59.8 billion, marking a 3.8% increase compared to 2023. As a result, the growing demand for packaged foods is contributing to the growth of the industrial carbon dioxide market.

Major companies in the industrial carbon dioxide market are focusing on developing sustainable CO₂ production plants to meet rising industrial demand while reducing environmental impact. A sustainable CO₂ production plant captures or generates carbon dioxide using eco-friendly methods, minimizing emissions and energy consumption. These plants often incorporate carbon capture technologies, renewable energy, or circular economy practices to reduce their carbon footprint. For instance, in December 2024, Messer Group, a Germany-based industrial gases company, began operations at its new green CO₂ facility in Vrdy, Czech Republic. This plant produces green CO₂ sourced from a local bioethanol producer, helping Messer achieve its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals by reducing reliance on fossil or chemical sources. The facility also enhances supply reliability for local industries, particularly in food and beverage sectors, by enabling Messer to deliver CO₂ independently without relying on imports, while simultaneously lowering greenhouse gas emissions through reduced transportation distances.

In January 2025, Alto Ingredients, Inc., a US-based producer and distributor of specialty alcohols, acquired Kodiak Carbonic, LLC, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Alto Ingredients to secure long-term CO₂ sales contracts, boosting profitability, de-risking future cash flows, expanding its premium ingredients portfolio, and enhancing the economics and asset value of its Columbia facility. Kodiak Carbonic, LLC operates a beverage-grade liquid CO₂ processing plant, contributing to Alto Ingredients' industrial carbon dioxide operations.

Major companies operating in the industrial carbon dioxide market are BASF SE, Linde plc, Air Liquide S.A., Air Products and Chemicals Inc., Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, Air Water Inc., Messer Group GmbH, SOL S.p.A., Westfalen AG, Matheson Tri-Gas Inc., Gulf Cryo Holding Company, India Glycols Limited, Continental Carbonic Products Inc., Suzhou Jinhong Gas Co. Ltd., Coregas Pty Ltd., Buzwair Industrial Gases Factories Co. LLC, Iwatani Corporation, SIAD Group, Praxair Inc., Nippon Gases, Yingde Gases Group Company Limited, Hangzhou Hangyang Co. Ltd., Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the industrial carbon dioxide market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the industrial carbon dioxide market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial carbon dioxide market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The industrial carbon dioxide market consists of sales of food-grade carbon dioxide, beverage-grade carbon dioxide, welding-grade carbon dioxide, medical-grade carbon dioxide, and industrial-grade carbon dioxide cylinders. 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.

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