Industrial Filtration Market Research Report - Global Forecast till 2030

Industrial Filtration Market Research Report Information By Type (Liquid Filters And Air Filters), By Media (Metal, Fiber Paper, Fiber Glass, Non-woven Fabrics, Activated Charcoal/Carbon, And Others), By End Users (Pharmaceutical, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing And Others), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2030

ID: MRFR/E&P/5506-CR | 155 Pages | Published By Priya Nagrale on November 2019         

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Global Industrial Filtration Market Overview:


Industrial Filtration Market Size was valued at USD 23.2 billion in 2022. The industrial filtration market industry is projected to grow from USD 24.7 Billion in 2023 to USD 36.0 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.49% during the forecast period (2023 - 2030). Environmental restrictions that are strict and the need for a clean and safe workplace are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.


Global Industrial Filtration Market


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Industrial Filtration Market Trends




  • Increased emphasis on meeting government-imposed regulations for reducing industrial waste will aid market growth.




A filtration medium is a component of every industrial filtration system that is made of substances like metals, minerals, plastic polymers, ceramics, paper, and fibres. The industrial filtration media, however, was made of temporary materials that posed a threat to the environment because they took so long to degrade. As a result, the use of filters that are recyclable and reusable and are made from materials like nonwovens, activated carbon, and walnut shells has grown recently. Some significant factors driving the market's growth in the upcoming years include the capability of in-situ cleaning and an extension of filter life with greater contamination-holding capacity. Growth will also be supported by the increased emphasis on adhering to government regulations imposed on reducing industrial waste, thereby driving market CAGR growth.


Moreover, the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries have made revolutionary advancements that have increased human life expectancy and enabled people to live healthier, more active lives. As a result, industries like diagnostic and medical research that use these filtration technologies, such as microfiltration and ultrafiltration, have increasingly done so in place of chemical technologies to maintain the safety and purity of their products. Consequently, it is anticipated that the market will grow in tandem with the healthcare sector. This is expected to contribute to expanding the industrial filtration market revenue.


Industrial Filtration Market Segment Insights


Industrial Filtration Type Insights


The industrial filtration market segmentation, based on type, includes liquid filters and air filter. The liquid category is expected to develop the fastest. Rising demand for filtering methods, chemicals, and wastewater treatment are expected to drive up demand for liquid filtration. These filters are used to manage coolants and lubricants, oil, fuel, urea, food and beverages, lifeblood plasma, and wastewater. The need for liquid filters will continue to rise due to developments in the chemical, food and beverage, water, and wastewater treatment industries over the forecast period. Liquid filtration expedites the process while avoiding the costly replacement of compromised tissue filters.


Figure 2: Industrial Filtration Market, by type, 2022 & 2030 (USD billion)


Industrial Filtration Market, by type, 2022 & 2030 (USD billion)


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Industrial Filtration Media Insights


The industrial filtration market segmentation, based on media, includes metal, fiber paper, fiber glass, non-woven fabrics, activated charcoal/carbon and others. The non-woven fabric segment is anticipated to account for the largest share of the industrial filtration market in terms of filter media. These nonwoven filter bags are produced from nonwoven polypropylene fabric, which is hypoallergenic, reusable, long-lasting, soft, light, and fire-resistant. It is also occasionally washable. These bags are employed by a wide range of end-user industries, including the pharmaceutical and mineral processing sectors.


Industrial Filtration End User Insights


Based on End Users, the industrial filtration market data has been segmented into pharmaceutical, power generation, oil & gas, manufacturing and others. The largest market is anticipated to be the one for chemicals and petrochemicals. Pollutants are created by chemical processes, which may react with the collection apparatus. Both the environment and workers may suffer from these contaminants. Another concern that can lower the quality of the product is cross-contamination with other materials. Due to the importance of industrial filtration in the treatment of water, these factors are anticipated to enhance demand for industrial filtration throughout the anticipated period.


Industrial Filtration Regional Insights


By Region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. Asia Pacific is expected to account for a significant share of the industrial filtration market due to the presence of major electronics industries. In the production of electrical machinery like generators and semiconductors, filtration is crucial. China is the world's top producer of semiconductors and electrical equipment, which has had a significant impact on the expansion of the industrial filtration business in the area. Some of the variables ascribed to an increased utilization of systems in the region include growing population, increasing industry, and growing environmental concerns surrounding the level of emissions from industries. The development of new raw materials, such as tiny fibers, and increased investment by key manufacturers in the creation of inventive filter media for enhancing energy efficiency could further push the market's expansion.


Further, the major countries studiedin the market reportare: The U.S, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 3: INDUSTRIAL FILTRATION MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)


INDUSTRIAL FILTRATION MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Europe industrial filtration market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the The faster rate is attributable to the expansion of the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries in the area. Further, the Germany industrial filtration market held the largest market share, and the UK industrial filtration market was the fastest growing market in the European region


The North America Industrial Filtration Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. The bigger share is due to increased investment in the manufacturing sector to reduce hazardous particle emissions, as well as stringent regulations to control air pollution, which are driving the market in the region. Moreover, China industrial filtration market held the largest market share, and the India industrial filtration market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region


Industrial Filtration Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Major market players are spending a lot of money on R&D to increase their product lines, which will help the industrial filtration market grow even more. Market participants are also taking a range of strategic initiatives to grow their worldwide footprint, with key market developments such as new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations. Competitors in the industrial filtration industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in an increasingly competitive and rising market environment.


One of the primary business strategies adopted by manufacturers in the industrial filtration industry to benefit clients and expand the market sector is to manufacture locally to reduce operating costs. In recent years, industrial filtration industry has provided medicine with some of the most significant benefits. The industrial filtration market major player such as Parker Hannifin Corp (U.S.), Alfa Laval (Sweden), Camfil (Sweden), Ahlstrom-Munksjö (Sweden), Lenntech B.V. (the Netherlands), MANN+HUMMEL (Germany), and others are working to expand the market demand by investing in research and development activities.


Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management corporation formed in the United States with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and a subsidiary administrative base in Beachwood, Ohio, with 2021 revenues of $19.63 billion. Eaton employs over 86,000 people and offers goods to clients in over 175 countries. In September 2020, Eaton unveiled a new Zero-Leak Compact Combo Valve that stacks a Fill Limit Vent Valve (FLV) and a new Zero-Leak Grade Vent Valve to safely vent harmful evaporative fuel vapours in the tank (GVV).


Donaldson Company, Inc. is a vertically integrated filtration company that manufactures and sells air filters for a wide range of industries, including commercial/industrial (engines, exhausts, transmissions, vents in private vehicles, hydraulics), aerospace (helicopters, planes), chemical, alternative energy (windmills), and pharmaceuticals. In addition, the company's research division in Minneapolis, Minnesota, took involved in defense-related projects for various military uses. In December 2018, Donaldson Company, Inc. began enlarging its manufacturing facility in Wuxi, China. With a total area of 60,000 sq.m., the expansion will increase the site's production capacity. By increasing air filter manufacturing capacity and establishing the company's first liquid filtration manufacturing facility in China in the region, the expansion aims to support the growth in Asia Pacific.


List of the Key Companies in the industrial filtration market includes



  • Parker Hannifin Corp (U.S.)

  • Alfa Laval (Sweden)

  • Camfil (Sweden)

  • Ahlstrom-Munksjö (Sweden)

  • Lenntech B.V. (the Netherlands)

  • MANN+HUMMEL (Germany)

  • Pall Corporation (U.S.)

  • Sidco Filter Corporation (U.S.)

  • Filtration Group Corporation (U.S.)

  • Donaldson Company (U.S.)

  • Freudenberg Group (Germany)

  • Cummins Inc. (U.S.)

  • Eaton (Ireland), among others


Industrial Filtration Industry Developments


In September 2019, Alfa Laval released the ALDEC G3 VecFLow decanter centrifuge. This device reduces power consumption by 30% while boosting separation performance by cutting sludge dewatering and thickening expenses.


In October 2020, Donaldson Corporation, Inc., a participant in the industrial filtering market, introduced the Donaldson Torit Rugged Pleat (RP) baghouse. It is a dust collector for industry. Its design aids in the capture of heavy and abrasive dust generated by woodworking, mining, and grain processing, with subsequent applications in other sectors.


In March 2020, Danaher International bought GE's Life Science division's Biopharma unit. This division is currently known as Cytiva. It is a leading provider of instruments, consumables, and other software, as well as support for biopharmaceutical drug research, discovery, process development, and manufacturing workflows. Such market acquisitions are projected to generate significant revenue and earnings for the company's Life Sciences sector.


Industrial Filtration Market Segmentation


Industrial Filtration Type Outlook



  • Liquid Filters

  • Air Filters


 Industrial Filtration Media Outlook



  • Metal

  • Fiber Paper

  • Fiber Glass

  • Non-woven Fabrics

  • Activated Charcoal/Carbon

  • Others


Industrial Filtration End User Outlook



  • Pharmaceutical

  • Power Generation

  • Oil & Gas

  • Manufacturing

  • Others


 Industrial Filtration Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America





Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size2022 USD 23.2 billion
Market Size 2023 USD 24.7 billion
Market Size 2030 USD 36.0 billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 6.49% (2023-2030)
Base Year 2022
Market Forecast Period 2023-2030
Historical Data 2018 - 2021
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Type, Media, End users and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, AsiaPacific, and Rest of the World
Countries Covered The U.S, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled Parker Hannifin Corp (U.S.), Alfa Laval (Sweden), Camfil (Sweden), Ahlstrom-Munksjö (Sweden), Lenntech B.V. (the Netherlands), MANN+HUMMEL (Germany), Pall Corporation (U.S.), Sidco Filter Corporation (U.S.)
Key Market Opportunities Investments in emerging countries' manufacturing and process industries
Key Market Dynamics Environmental rules that are strict Need for a sanitized and secure workplace


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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The industrial filtration market size was valued at USD 23.2 Billion in 2022.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.49% during the forecast period, 2022-2030.

The key players in the market are Parker Hannifin Corp (U.S.), Alfa Laval (Sweden), Camfil (Sweden), Ahlstrom-Munksjö (Sweden), Lenntech B.V. (the Netherlands), MANN+HUMMEL (Germany)

The liquid filters category dominated the market in 2022.

Non-woven fabrics had the largest share of the market.