25-Jan-2023 | Facts and Factors
According to Facts and Factors, the global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane market size was worth around USD 3.35 billion in 2021 and is predicted to grow to around USD 8 billion by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 10% between 2022 and 2030.
Reverse osmosis also called RO is the process of removing contaminants from the water by applying pressure on water to make it pass through a semipermeable membrane. The main concept used in the process is the application of osmosis, a naturally occurring phenomenon in which a solution with a weaker saline component will automatically migrate to a solution with a strong saline index. One such example is the absorption of water in plants from the soil. A semipermeable membrane allows only some times of molecules or atoms to pass through it while restricting the others.
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For instance, a screen door allows only air to pass through it while restricting the entrance of pests or any molecule with a size larger than the screen holes. By definition, reverse osmosis means the process of osmosis being conducted in reverse order. Osmosis occurs naturally and hence does not require any form of energy whereas to conduct reverse osmosis a constant source of energy would be required to conduct the process.
RO membrane will allow water molecules to pass through it but limit the movement of the majority of organic, dissolved salts, pyrogens, and bacteria. However, the water will have to be pushed through the membrane which is achieved by applying a pressure higher than the naturally occurring osmotic pressure value to demineralize water.
The global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane market is projected to grow owing to the increasing investments by governments to install or upgrade wastewater management systems or treatment facilities. These investments are either directed for applications in government and national projects or to create necessary infrastructure that can attract foreign companies to invest in the country.
Industries, where water is exposed to highly toxic contaminants, are under extreme pressure maintained by the international and government environmental bodies to treat with water before being let out in the open environment. Various studies have concluded that RO membrane is one of the most efficient and cost-effective methods that can be used for wastewater treatment.
The global market growth is projected to be influenced by the growing disposable income in developing economies which leads to the high installation of RO purifiers in residential spaces. Livpure, one of the biggest brands offering RO water purifiers in the Indian market, earned revenue of INR 800 crore between 2016 and 2019. Water purifiers have become essential for quality living as they not only provide quality water but prevent the spread of diseases like diarrhea and other water-borne conditions.
One of the key restraining factors in the global market is the management of brine in dry parts of the world like the Middle East and North America. Water with a salt concentration of more than 50 parts per thousand is called brine and several types of brines may be saltier. Most of the brine produced in industrial settings is discharged into the ocean causing a severe impact on the quality of marine life. Hence it is important that the global market players find a more sustainable solution in the coming years.
The growing research & development may provide growth opportunities whereas fouling and scaling factors are expected to challenge the market expansion.
Segmental Overview:
The global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane market is segmented based on filter, type, application, end-user, and region.
Based on type, the global market divisions are cellulose-based membranes and thin-film composite membranes. The global market witnessed the highest growth in thin-film composite membranes in 2021 due to the high adoption rate for water purification and desalination processes. By 2030, the cellulose-based membrane segment may grow at a CAGR of 8% owing to growing research and development in this segment,
Based on end-user, the global market segments are energy, municipal, chemical & petrochemical, healthcare, food & beverages, and others. The highest growth was observed in the chemical & petrochemical segment especially driven by the increasing need for RO membranes in oil refineries. As per estimates, the energy segment used 51.9 billion cubic meters of freshwater for the yearly global energy production.
Report Scope
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market Size in 2021 |
USD 3.35 Billion |
Projected Market Size in 2030 |
USD 8 Billion |
CAGR Growth Rate |
10% CAGR |
Base Year |
2021 |
Forecast Years |
2022-2030 |
Key Market Players |
LG Chem Ltd., Toray Industries Inc., NX Filtration BV, Membranium (JSC RM Nanotech), Toyobo Co Ltd., Axeon Water Technologies, and others. |
Key Segment |
By Filter, Type, Application, End-User, and Region |
Major Regions Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East &, Africa |
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Regional Overview:
North America is anticipated to lead the global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane owing to the large-scale presence of key market players in the US. The companies have businesses spread across the globe and enjoy leading large market shares. High investment from the regional government to upgrade water management systems may drive the regional market.
For instance, the US government is known to spend over USD 2 trillion on developing or maintaining infrastructure for the purpose of managing wastewater generated in the country. Growth in the Middle East may be dominated by the oil & gas sector, the main economic segment of the area. The Middle East is home to more than 47% of the global oil reserves and around 38.1% of natural gas reserves. It is responsible for producing 30% of the world’s crude oil.
Competitive Landscape
The global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane market is dominated by players like LG Chem Ltd., Toray Industries Inc., NX Filtration BV, Membranium (JSC RM Nanotech), Toyobo Co Ltd., and Axeon Water Technologies amongst others.
Recent Development:
- In November 2021, DuPont announced the launch of the affordable and compact DuPont TapTec LC HF-4040, a RO membrane filter
- In May 2022, Xiaomi launched a new range of RO water purifiers called H800G Pro with a lifespan of 5 years
The global reverse osmosis (RO) membrane market is segmented as follows:
By Filter
- Tubular
- Plate & Frame
- Hollow Fiber
- Spiral Wound
By Type
- Cellulose-Based Membranes
- Thin-Film Composite Membranes
By Application
- Utility Water Treatment
- Desalination
- Process Water
- Wastewater Treatment & Reuse
- Others
By End-User
- Energy
- Municipal
- Chemical & Petrochemical
- Healthcare
- Food & Beverages
- Others
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- France
- The UK
- Spain
- Germany
- Italy
- Nordic Countries
- Benelux Union
- Belgium
- The Netherlands
- Luxembourg
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Southeast Asia
- Indonesia
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Singapore
- Rest of Southeast Asia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- The Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Egypt
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of Latin America
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