Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Membrane Type (Thin-Film Composite, Cellulose-Based), By Configuration (Spiral-Wound, Hollow-Fiber, and Others), By End-User (Residential, Commercial and Institutional, Municipal and Desalination Utilities, Industrial Process Water, Power Generation, and Others), and Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size Insights, Industry Trends, Forecast to 2035

Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size Was Estimated at USD 759.1 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 6.91% from 2025 to 2035
• The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1582.3 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 1582.3 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 6.91% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by rising demand for packaged drinking water, coupled with increased desalination of water for industrial as well as household purposes are expected to drive the reverse osmosis membranes market share further.

Market Overview

The RO membrane market consists of manufacturing, distributing and maintaining semi-permeable membranes which water filtration systems utilize. The reverse osmosis membrane operates as a non-porous barrier that allows liquids to pass through while it holds back most dissolved substances, including ions. The second half of the 20th century brought reverse osmosis as a new technology, which partnered with electrodialysis to provide an alternative to traditional methods of water purification that used evaporation and distillation.

Kent RO Systems Ltd. started the water purification business sector, signed a licensing agreement with BLACK+DECKER, the well-known international home products company on October 2024 to introduce two new water purification systems, the BLACK+DECKER Crest RO Purifier and the BLACK+DECKER Zenith RO Purifier, to the Indian market.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regulates commercial RO plants (IS 14543), requiring strict labelling and quality parameters. The authorities have proposed draft notifications that would ban RO systems from locations where tap water already meets BIS drinking water standards because they aim to conserve minerals and reduce water waste. In Saudi Arabia (Middle East-APAC corridor), partnerships between Veolia and Alkhorayef Group are constructing local RO membrane production facilities, which will begin operations in 2026.

Report Coverage

This research report categorises the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size.

Driving Factors

The Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size in Asia Pacific is driven by the growing need for ultrapure water in high-tech industries that include semiconductors through TSMC in Taiwan, and pharmaceuticals and electronics operations serve as the main driving force of the market. The development of membrane materials through Thin-Film Composite (TFC) and antifouling coating technologies has produced better salt rejection and enhanced material strength. Industries are currently increasing their attention toward Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems and circular water management practices to address the problem of diminishing freshwater supplies.

Restraining Factors

The Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size in the Asia Pacific is restrained by the growth of bacteria and organic materials, and mineral deposits on membrane surfaces cause a major decrease in water flow and system efficiency. Energy costs represent 30 to 50% of a facility's total operational expenses, which makes the technology unsuitable for areas with expensive electricity and inadequate energy systems.

Market Segmentation

The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size share is categorised into membrane type, configuration, and end-user.

• The thin-film composite segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size is segmented by membrane type into thin-film composite, cellulose-based. Among these, the thin-film composite segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by modern water treatment systems that use these membranes because they offer significant advantages, which have made them a worldwide success. The system delivers effective water purification through its ability to reject high salt content while maintaining excellent water flow rates. The manufacturers are creating thin film composite membranes with multiple layers that are making them stronger and more resistant to fouling, decreasing maintenance requirements and downtime.

• The spiral-wound segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.  

Based on configuration, the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size is segmented into spiral-wound, hollow-fiber, and others. Among these, the spiral-wound segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by the company's major advantages, which help them maintain their top position in reverse osmosis and all other filtration methods. The company showcases a compact design that maximises surface area in a limited space to achieve higher flow rates through its small footprint. Industries and municipalities are increasingly choosing spiral-wound arrangements because these systems deliver dependable filtration performance and allow for easy installation and replacement.

• The municipal and desalination utilities segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size is segmented by end-user into residential, commercial and institutional, municipal and desalination utilities, industrial process water, power generation, and others. Among these, the municipal and desalination utilities segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by technologies that enable the conversion of seawater and brackish water into drinking water and process-grade water, which supports the needs of growing urban populations and industrial operations in regions that experience water shortages. The cities with other organizations are spending large amounts of money to build extensive desalination plants, which will provide reliable water supplies to areas with scarce natural water resources, especially in coastal and desert regions.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies                                                                                                                              

• Toray Industries, Inc.
• LG Chem
• Nitto Denko Co
• DuPont Water Solutions
• Toyobo Co. Ltd
• Hunan KeenSen Technology
• Vontron Technology Co. Ltd
• Asahi Kasei CO.
• Hyflux Ltd
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Asia Pacific, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size based on the below-mentioned segments:

Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size, By Membrane Type

• Thin-Film Composite
• Cellulose-Based

Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size, By Configuration

• Spiral-Wound
• Hollow-Fiber
• Others

Asia Pacific Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market Size, By End-User

• Residential
• Commercial and Institutional
• Municipal and Desalination Utilities
• Industrial Process Water
• Power Generation
• Others