The Industrial Nitrogen Market Size was valued at USD 3.83 Billion in 2023. The Industrial Nitrogen industry is projected to grow from USD 4.03 Billion in 2024 to USD 5.97 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.3% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). 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.
Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review
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.Â
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.
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.Â
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.
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)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 
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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 (%)Â Â 
Source: 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.
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.
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.
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| Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
| Market Size 2023 | USD 3.83 Billion |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 4.03 Billion |
| Market Size 2032 | USD 5.97 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) | 3.3% (2024-2032) |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Market Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| 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. |
Industrial Nitrogen Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The Industrial Nitrogen Market size was valued at USD 3.83 Billion in 2023.
The global market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period, 2024-2032.
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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