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Industrial Nitrogen Market Research Report Information By Form (Compressed Gas, Liquid Nitrogen), By Technology (Cryogenic Fractional Distillation, Pressure Swing Adsorption), By End-User (Food And Beverage, Petrochemical), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) – Market Forecast Till 2030


ID: MRFR/CnM/4865-HCR | 100 Pages | Author: Priya Nagrale| April 2024

Global Industrial Nitrogen Market Overview


The Industrial Nitrogen Market Size was valued at USD 18.1 Billion in 2022. The Industrial Nitrogen market industry is projected to grow from USD 18.96 Billion in 2023 to USD 29.11 Billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% during the forecast period (2023 - 2030). The Industrial Nitrogen Market has grown substantially in recent times because of its widespread use as a retention agent in the food and beverage industries. Industrial nitrogen contributes to the creation of a dry atmosphere, which prevents food from spoiling due to oxygen and moisture. Furthermore, it is utilized to extend the shelf life of foods and keep them fresh, which increases the need for industrial nitrogen and is expected to drive demand in the Industrial Nitrogen Market in the forecasted period.Industrial Nitrogen Market OverviewSource: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review


Industrial Nitrogen Market Trends




  • Rising Need to Remove Micronutrient Deficiency from Soil to Increase the Consumption of Industrial Nitrogen in the Agriculture Industry.




Industrial nitrogen is a high-purity element obtained through mechanical severance or fractional refinement of air. It is commonly found in gaseous or liquid form and is used in a variety of end-use processes including healthcare, food and beverage, automotive, chemicals, agrochemicals, and metal production. The growing population, particularly in developing nations, has resulted in a significant increase in the consumption of processed food products, as well as the need to preserve their quality and safety. 


Additionally, the product helps to reduce the chance of rotting and discoloration. Pharmaceutical, food packing, metal production, petroleum, materials, and chemical plants are some of the key industries that use industrial nitrogen. The market is being driven by nitrogen gas’s ability to displace or eliminate oxygen, most notably in mining, food packing, and chemical facilities. Nitrogen can be manufactured for industrial use in a variety of ways, including fractional distillation, polymeric membranes, and pressure swing adsorption. Industry players are working to improve the efficiency of these processes, which will aid in the constant evolution of the Industrial Nitrogen Market.


Industrial Nitrogen Market Segment Insights


Industrial Nitrogen Form Insights


The Industrial Nitrogen Market segmentation, based on form, includes Compressed gas and liquid nitrogen. Compressed gas is estimated to be the largest-growing market segment because it is often used in the production of combustible materials and liquid explosives. Furthermore, the use of electronic devices in the healthcare sector has spurred the increased demand for liquid nitrogen, which is required to maintain low temperatures in healthcare facilities. 


Industrial Nitrogen Technology Insights


Based on Technology, the Industrial Nitrogen Market segmentation includes Cryogenic fractional distillation, Pressure swing adsorption, and Membrane separation. The Cryogenic fractional distillation segment is expected to be the fastest growing because this process is typically utilized to produce high-purity commodities at high output rates. It aids in the production of liquid or gaseous products. The technology’s operation is based on the differential in boiling points of several gases.


Industrial Nitrogen End-User Insights


Based on End-User, the Industrial Nitrogen Market segmentation includes Food & beverage, Petrochemical, Metal manufacturing & fabrication, Oil & gas, Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Electronics, chemicals, and Others. Increased use of industrial nitrogen in the food and beverages, pharmaceutical, and healthcare sectors around the world may boost product demand in the forecasted timeframe.


Figure 2: Industrial Nitrogen Market, by Form, 2023 & 2030 (USD Billion)            Industrial Nitrogen Market, by FormSource: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review 


Industrial Nitrogen Regional Insights


By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. Asia-Pacific accounted for the largest share of the Industrial Nitrogen Market in 2020. This can be attributed to rapid industrialization and expanding population in the region. Moreover, the advancements in the healthcare sector in this region are likely to boost the demand for industrial nitrogen in the coming years. Also, the increasing use of ammonia-based fertilizers in agrarian countries to increase the fertility of the land is expected to drive market growth during the forecast period.


Figure 3: INDUSTRIAL NITROGEN MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2023 (%)   INDUSTRIAL NITROGEN MARKET SHARE BY REGIONSource: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review


North America and Europe are the other significant markets for industrial nitrogen. The growth of the metal production and construction industries in these regions is likely to drive the growth of the industrial nitrogen market. Lastly, the markets in Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are estimated to witness substantial growth during the forecast period.


Industrial Nitrogen 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 Nitrogen 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 Nitrogen industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in an increasingly competitive and rising market environment.


The major market players are investing a lot of money in R&D to expand their product lines, which will spur further market growth for Industrial Nitrogen. With significant market development like new product releases, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations, market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their global presence. To grow and thrive in a market climate that is becoming more competitive and growing, competitors in the Industrial Nitrogen industry must offer affordable products.


Manufacturing locally to cut operating costs is one of the main business tactics manufacturers use in the global Industrial Nitrogen industry to benefit customers and expand the market sector. The Industrial Nitrogen market has recently given medicine some of the most important advantages. Major Industrial Nitrogen market players, including Linde Group (Germany), Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (US), Praxair Technology Inc. (US), Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases (India), and others, are attempting to increase market demand by funding R&D initiatives.


Linde is a company that provides industrial gases and engineering services. It offers gas processing solutions that are used in applications including hospitals, electronics, manufacturing, and clean fuels. The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals and energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals, and mining.


Also, Air Products and Chemicals is a company that provides atmospheric, process, and specialty gases. It offers industrial gases and related equipment to the refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, as well as food and beverage industries. The company develops, engineers, builds, owns, and operates industrial gas projects, including gasification projects that sustainably convert natural resources into syngas for production.


Key Companies in the Industrial Nitrogen market include



  • Linde Group (Germany)

  • Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (US)

  • Praxair Technology Inc. (US)

  • Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases (India)

  • Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (US)

  • CanAir Nitrogen Inc. (Canada)

  • Messer Group GmbH (Germany)

  • Parker Hannifin Corp. (US)

  • Chengdu Taiyu Industrial Gases Co. (China)

  • nexAir LLC (US)

  • EPC Engineering & Technologies GmbH (Germany).


Industrial Nitrogen Industry Developments


February 2022: Messer, the industrial gases giant, announced today the expansion of its China activities with the start-up of a new generator in Xiangtan, Hunan Province (7th March). The generator is located on the campus of Hunan Yuneng New Energy Battery Materials Co., Ltd. (Yuneng), a significant Messer customer that will get nitrogen from the remote-controlled on-site plant. Yuneng, China's largest maker of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) – the cathode material for lithium-ion batteries – has partnered with Messer since the company's first manufacturing facility in Xiangtan opened in 2016.


Industrial Nitrogen Market Segmentation


Industrial Nitrogen Form Outlook



  • Compressed Gas

  • Liquid Nitrogen


Industrial Nitrogen Technology Outlook



  • Cryogenic Fractional Distillation

  • Pressure Swing Adsorption

  • Membrane Separation


Industrial Nitrogen End-user Outlook



  • Food & Beverage

  • Petrochemical

  • Metal Manufacturing & Fabrication

  • Oil & Gas

  • Pharmaceutical & Healthcare

  • Electronics

  • Chemical

  • Others


Industrial Nitrogen 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 Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2022 USD  18.1 Billion
Market Size 2023 USD 18.96 Billion
Market Size 2030 USD 29.11 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 7.1% (2023-2030)
Base Year 2023
Market Forecast Period 2023-2030
Historical Data 2018 & 2020
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Form, Technology, End-user, and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
Countries Covered The U.S, Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled Linde Group (Germany), Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (US), Praxair Technology Inc. (US), Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases (India), Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (US), CanAir Nitrogen Inc. (Canada), Messer Group GmbH (Germany), Parker Hannifin Corp. (US), Chengdu Taiyu Industrial Gases Co. (China), nexAir LLC (US), and EPC Engineering & Technologies GmbH (Germany).
Key Market Opportunities New product launches and R&D Amongst major key Players
Key Market Dynamics the rapid growth of the steel and food & beverage industries growing concern for food safety and hygienic storage.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The Industrial Nitrogen Market size was valued at USD  18.1 Billion in 2022.

The global market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period, 2023-2030.

Asia Pacific had the largest share of the Industrial Nitrogen Market.

The key players in the market are Linde Group (Germany), Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (US), Praxair Technology Inc. (US), Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases (India), Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (US), CanAir Nitrogen Inc. (Canada), Messer Group GmbH (Germany), Parker Hannifin Corp. (US), Chengdu Taiyu Industrial Gases Co. (China), nexAir LLC (US), and EPC Engineering & Technologies GmbH (Germany).

The Compressed gas categories dominated the market in 2023.

Cryogenic fractional distillation had the largest share in the global market for Industrial Nitrogen.

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