Water Filtration Unit Market, By Type (Bag & Cartridge Filter, Activated Carbon Filter, Media Filter, Sediment Filter, and Reverse-Osmosis Filter), By Applications (Household, Commercial, and Municipal), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2034

Water Filtration Unit Market was valued at US$ 50 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.6% to reach US$ 125.2 billion by 2034.

A water filtration unit is a system that helps eliminate or reduce the percentage of a variety of chemical and biological contaminants, including suspended particles, parasites, bacteria, algae, viruses, fungi, and more. The filtering process involves removing solid particles from a liquid or gaseous medium by passing a liquid through the media while keeping the solid particles in it. The purpose of filtering in the water sector is to produce clear water. It has applications in industrial manufacturing, power plants, food and beverage production facilities, mining, and other heavy-duty applications, but its main uses are in the treatment of stormwater, effluent, and drinking water.

A basic water filter uses a simple physical barrier to remove pollutants and reduce contamination levels. Water is purified by the filters to varied degrees so that it can be used for diverse things, such as providing clean water for public consumption, contaminant-free agricultural water, and water for industrial uses like refrigeration systems. Thin film composite water filtration systems are designed to remove all microorganisms from water, leaving only clean water behind. Due to their enormous surface area, the sediments and pollutants are trapped when the fluid passes through the structure of the medium. Lead and other volatile substances are then drawn to the activated carbon like a magnet. Ultimately, the filtering system's chemical processes diminish and reduce substances like chlorine.

The target market provides a range of filtration devices, from cartridge filters for basic requirements to reverse osmosis for superior purification. These systems serve companies, residences, and even local governments. Consumers are finding filtration units more appealing, user-friendly, and efficient because of the introduction of cutting-edge filtration technologies like UV disinfection and smart filters with real-time monitoring. However, to guarantee further expansion and broader consumer acceptance, producers must address issues with these systems' affordability, sustainability, and usability.    

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Water Filtration Unit Market Key Drivers:

Water filtration devices have become increasingly vital due to the rise of water-related diseases

• At least 2 billion people worldwide consume water that feces have polluted. The biggest threat to the safety of drinking water is microbiological contamination caused by feces. One factor driving the market expansion for water filtration units is the need for access to clean water. The advantages of clean water for health are becoming better known. By eliminating dangerous impurities such as germs, viruses, and heavy metals, filtration can lower health risks. Due to water filtration equipment, Customers can feel more in control and have cleaner drinking water.

Increasing usage in industrial settings

• The rise in utilization of water filtration systems in various end-use sectors has led to an expansion of the target market. Filtration is a technique that helps safeguard the sophisticated and costly technology which is used in industrial production. Unfiltered foreign object entry congests the system as a whole and can even cause a system breakdown. For example, the particles may mix to create a more considerable residue that clogs the system that purifies the water. Additionally, the systems aid in lowering the possibility of cross-contamination with any related health risks that can arise in the workplace or general surroundings. Particles that could be dangerous are isolated from the liquid or from one another. This aids in meeting the quality and safety requirements set forth by Environmental Safety and Health Agencies.

Water Filtration Unit Market Restrains:

Increased initial expenditures combined with upkeep costs

• A major restraining factor for the target market is the high expenses associated with these systems, including installation and periodic servicing charges. High-quality water filtration systems, particularly reverse osmosis systems, can be costly. This may provide a challenge for certain customers, especially those who live in cost-conscious homes. As a result, some customers may find it disheartening that certain systems require periodic maintenance and filter replacements.

Water Filtration Unit Market is segmented based on type, application, and region.

Type Insights

• Bag & Cartridge Filter: Bag & cartridge filter type are removable filters which are frequently used as pre-filtration units. For smaller enterprises where the cost of a more sophisticated system, like a self-cleaning one, is not possible, bag filters are the most popular option. However, due to its smaller surface area than other types of filters, bag filters can only effectively clean small quantities of water and do require frequent cleaning and replacement. Moreover, they could be a trustworthy option for smaller facilities. Cartridge filters can gather more suspended materials than bag filters since they may frequently reach significantly smaller micron levels.
• Activated Carbon Filter: Activated carbon filter type is a highly porous substance with a large surface area that is used in these filters. They work well to eliminate taste, odour, and chlorine from water. Because of their enormous surface area and porosity, which result in a high capacity for compound adsorption, they are commonly employed to remove pollutants from water. The diverse surface properties and pore size distribution of activated carbons play a significant part of the adsorption of pollutants in water.
• Media Filter: A media filter type is utilized to capture and eliminate all suspended solids from the raw water, including slit, clay, grit, organic matter, and algae. There may be one or more layers in the media filters. Coal, sand, garnet, and a supporting layer of gravel make up the four major layers of a typical multimedia filter. The size and kind of particles eliminated vary depending on the selected media.
• Sediment Filter: This type of sediment filter extracts sand, silt, grime, and rust from water. It can safeguard any water-using appliance, including water softeners and UV water sterilizers. Sediment filters frequently use a pleated paper medium with a comparatively large micron rating or a mesh filter.
• Reverse-Osmosis Filter: A reverse-osmosis filter uses a process that extracts dissolved particles from water, such as calcium or magnesium. Most pollutants are removed from the water by passing it through a semipermeable membrane under high pressure. This filtration system is particularly efficient at cleaning water, and to remove as many contaminants as possible, it is typically used in conjunction with other filters like the mechanical (sediment) and absorption (activated carbon) filters. Because it has multiple stages of water filters, the reverse osmosis device is rather expensive. Although costly, the device filters the water so that it can be utilized in applications that require nearly pure water.

Application Insights

• Household: The household application type is a dominating segment of this sector for the target market. Compared to commercial structures, households consume a lot more water for routine tasks like cleaning, cooking, bathing, and other activities. Due to rising urbanization, the demand for water filtration products is also expected to rise during the predicted period.
• Commercial: This application type utilizes filtration systems to treat industrial water in the food, beverage, hotel, construction, healthcare, and research sectors.
• Municipal: This type of application uses filtering systems for water treatment to ensure that it is safe and clean enough to be distributed to communities living in rural, suburban, and urban areas. Both surface water and groundwater are among the water sources that are treated. After being treated, a large portion of this water is distributed to residences, but local companies and industrial facilities can also use it for various commercial applications. 

Regional Insights:

Water Filtration Unit Market Regional Insights

• North America market growth is primarily driven by the United States and Canada, due to the presence of water filtration unit manufacturers in the region and the developed market for their products. Most Americans recognize the importance of having clean water. As a result, to have clean water available, most families use these filtration equipment in their households. 
• The Asia Pacific market is estimated to witness a significantly high revenue share over the forecast period, owing to the increasing prevalence of waterborne illnesses, which is the main factor driving the market for water filtration units in the region. The market is larger due to government initiatives in the area, the growing prevalence of waterborne illnesses, and growing awareness of the advantages of clean drinking water.
• Europe market is well-established for the target market where sustainability and quality are prioritized. Increasing tap water consumption is the primary factor driving the target market's growth in Europe.
• Latin America market is expected to be driven by the basic need to get clean and pure drinking water, as well as by the growing demand and support for such systems through government programs in the region.    
• The Middle East and Africa market is anticipated to be driven by the region's expanding demand for these well-being goods and rising personal income and spending levels on such water filtration systems.

Report Scope:

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2024	US$ 50 billion
Projected Market Size 2034	US$ 125.2 billion
CAGR Growth Rate	10.6%
Base year for estimation	2023
Forecast period	2024 – 2034
Market representation	Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2024 to 2034
Market Segmentation	By Type - Bag & Cartridge Filter, Activated Carbon Filter, Media Filter, Sediment Filter, and Reverse-Osmosis Filter By Application - Household, Commercial, and Municipal
Regional scope	North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study segmented the Water Filtration Unit Market report based on type, application, and region:

Water Filtration Unit Market, By Type:

• Bag & Cartridge Filter
• Activated Carbon Filter
• Media Filter
• Sediment Filter
• Reverse-Osmosis Filter

Water Filtration Unit Market, By Application:

• Household
• Commercial
• Municipal

Water Filtration Unit Market, By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Water Filtration Unit Market includes, 3M Company, Culligan Water Technologies, Inc., Pentair plc, A. O. Smith Corporation, Eaton Corporation PLC, General Electric Company, Best Water Technology AG, EcoWater Systems LLC, Multipure, Inc., and Penguin Random House LLC.

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

• In June 2022, A. O. Smith obtained Atlantic Filter Corporation, a provider of water treatment solutions. The acquisition further enhanced the company's capabilities in Florida and abroad. A. O. Smith's plan to provide unique, cutting-edge water treatment solutions includes a strong commitment to expanding its water treatment division.
• In July 2022, Pentair PLC said it had successfully bought the Manitowoc Ice from Welbilt, Inc. This would improve its business offering for commercial water solutions.
• In October 2022, HUL's Pureit unveiled a new range of RO + UV + Minerals water purifiers with FiltraPower Technology to deliver clean drinking water. This method has been proven capable of eliminating dangerous substances like pesticides, industrial pollutants, and infections.
• In November 2022, Culligan International and Waterlogic Group Holding announced a merger to establish "Culligan," a pioneer in sustainable and clean drinking water solutions.

• 3M Company*
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Culligan Water Technologies, Inc. 
• Pentair plc
• A. O. Smith Corporation
• Eaton Corporation PLC
• General Electric Company
• Best Water Technology AG
• EcoWater Systems LLC
• Multipure, Inc.
• Penguin Random House LLC

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Research Objective and Assumption

• Preface
• Research Objectives
• Study Scope
• Years Considered for the study
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Research Methodology

• Research data
• Primary Data
  • Primary Interviews
  • Primary Breakdown
  • Key data from Primary Sources
  • Key Thickness Insights
• Secondary Data
  • Major Secondary Sources
  • Secondary Sources
• Market Estimation
• Top-Down Approach
  • Approach for estimating Market Share by Top-Down Analysis (Supply Side)
• Bottom-Up Approach
  • Approach for estimating market share by Bottom-up Analysis (Demand Side)
• Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
• Research Assumptions

Market Preview

• Executive Summary
• Key Findings—Global Outlook for medical carts Strategies
  • Key Questions this Study will Answer
  • Market Snippet, By Type
  • Market Snippet, By Applications
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis
• Executive Summary—3 Big Predictions

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restrains
  • Market Opportunities
  • Market Trends
• DR Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Opportunity Orbit
• Market Investment Feasibility Index
• Macroeconomic Factor Analysis

Market Segmentation, By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Bag & Cartridge Filter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Activated Carbon Filter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Media Filter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Sediment Filter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Reverse-Osmosis Filter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Households
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Commercial
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Municipal
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Global Market, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S.
    • Canada
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Applications, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• GCC
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Market Presence and Specificity Analysis

Company Profiles

• 3M Company
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Culligan Water Technologies, Inc. 
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

• Pentair plc
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

• A.O.Smith Corporation
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Eaton Corporation PLC
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• General Electric Company
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Best Water Technology AG
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• EcoWater Systems LLC
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Multipure, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Penguin Random House LLC
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

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