Global Liquid Filtration Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Technology (Depth Filtration, Membrane Filtration, Adsorption Filtration, Ultrafiltration, and Microfiltration), By Filter Type (Bag Filters, Cartridge Filters, Pleated Filters, Disc Filters, and Screen Filters), By End-User (Power Generation, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Healthcare, and Mining), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Liquid Filtration Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Liquid Filtration Market Size Was Estimated at USD 15.25 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.35% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Liquid Filtration Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 27.05 Billion by 2035
• Asia Pacific is Expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Liquid Filtration Market Size was worth around USD 15.25 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 27.05 Billion by 2035 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.35% from 2025 to 2035. An increasing need for clean water and the demand for effective wastewater treatment are driving the liquid filtration market globally.  

Market Overview

The liquid filtration market refers to the global demand for technologies and services that separate solid particles from liquids. Liquid filtration is a process of separating solids from liquid by passing the liquid through a porous medium that traps the solids while allowing the liquid to pass through. Stringent regulations governing the treatment of industrial and municipal wastes, along with rising industrialization and urbanization in emerging nations, are primarily driving the liquid filtration market worldwide. Further, the adoption of advanced technologies, including membrane filtration and ion exchange for fulfilling the demand for high-quality water, is escalating the market growth for liquid filtration. Freshwater resource depletion drives the demand for wastewater treatment across industrial and household applications, which is bolstering the market growth opportunity.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the Liquid Filtration market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Liquid Filtration market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type 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 Liquid Filtration market.

Driving Factors

An increasing need for clean water, which is safe for human consumption and utilization for culinary preparations, is responsible for driving the market demand. The crucial role of liquid filtration in the wastewater treatment for removing contaminants and preparing water for reuse or discharge is propelling the market. Further, growing industrialization and urbanization, as well as stringent environmental regulations, are significantly contributing to promoting the market for membrane filtration.

Restraining Factors

The increased initial investment and lack of awareness about water, air, and soil quality in diverse regions across the world are challenging the liquid filtration market. Further, the increased energy consumption during the filtration process, as well as high installation and maintenance costs, are hampering the market growth.

Market Segmentation

The liquid filtration market share is classified into technology, filter type, and end-user.

• The membrane filtration segment dominated the market with the largest share in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the technology, the liquid filtration market is divided into depth filtration, membrane filtration, adsorption filtration, ultrafiltration, and microfiltration. Among these, the membrane filtration segment dominated the market with the largest share in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. It includes the use of semi-permeable membranes for separating substances based on size and other molecular characteristics. The use of membrane filtration technology across various industries, including food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and water & wastewater treatment, is driving the market demand.

• The bag filters segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the filter type, the liquid filtration market is divided into bag filters, cartridge filters, pleated filters, disc filters, and screen filters. Among these, the bag filters segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Liquid filter bags are adaptable to a wide range of applications, available in both nominal and absolute efficiencies in micron ratings from 1 to 1500. They are ideally used for high flow applications, generally for coarse particulate retention. The high efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use of bag filters is responsible for driving the market growth.

• The power generation segment dominates the market with the largest share and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end-user, the liquid filtration market is divided into power generation, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, and mining. Among these, the power generation segment dominates the market with the largest share and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Liquid filtration in power generation ensures the efficiency, reliability, and longevity of equipment, aids in removing contaminants, protects vital components, and reduces environmental impact. The growing need for reliable and efficient power generation, environmental concerns, and strict regulations are the factors contributing to propelling the market.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Liquid Filtration Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the liquid filtration market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the liquid filtration market over the predicted timeframe. The growing demand for clean water, along with the region’s strong industrial base and strict regulations, is responsible for driving the regional market for liquid filtration. Further, the presence of well-established industrial infrastructure along with rising environmental standards is responsible for driving the market for liquid filtration

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the liquid filtration market during the forecast period. The rapid industrialization and urbanization in countries like China and India are responsible for driving the regional market growth. The increased need for industrial wastewater treatment and emphasis on sustainability and clean water initiatives are propelling the market.

Europe is anticipated to hold a substantial share of the liquid filtration market during the projected timeframe. The increased emphasis on water treatment and industrial filtration is significantly contributing to driving the liquid filtration market in the region. Further, the strict environmental regulations, technological advancements, and the need for sustainable filtration solutions are key driving factors of the liquid filtration market.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the liquid filtration market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type 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

• Parker Hannifin
• Pall Corporation
• Cuno/3M
• LiqTech
• Hydacneuepara
• PMF Filter
• Koch Filter
• Alfa Laval
• Eaton
• Donaldson Company
• Osmonics
• Veolia Water Technologies
• Pentair
• Mott
• 3M
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Recent Development

• In December 2024, Ahlstrom expanded in life sciences filtration with the acquisition of ErtelAlsop. Ahlstrom has acquired ErtelAlsop, a New York-based manufacturer of high-performance liquid depth filter media serving end-markets in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, flavors and fragrances, and chemical industries.
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Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the liquid filtration market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Liquid Filtration Market, By Technology

• Depth Filtration
• Membrane Filtration
• Adsorption Filtration
• Ultrafiltration
• Microfiltration

Global Liquid Filtration Market, By Filter Type

• Bag Filters
• Cartridge Filters
• Pleated Filters
• Disc Filters
• Screen Filters

Global Liquid Filtration Market, By End-User

• Power Generation
• Manufacturing
• Oil & Gas
• Healthcare
• Mining

Global Liquid Filtration Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa