Polymer Nanomembrane Market - By Type (Polyacrylonitrile, Polyethylene, Polyvinylidene Fluoride, Polyamide, Polypropylene), By Technology, By End-use (Water & Wastewater Treatment, Chemical, Electronics, Oil & Gas, F&B, Pharma & Biomedical) & Forecast 2023 – 2032

Polymer Nanomembrane Market Size

Polymer Nanomembrane Market was valued at USD 784.2 million in 2022 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 9.8% between 2023 and 2032. With the growing global concern over clean water access, polymer nanomembranes are in demand for various water treatment applications, including desalination, purification, and filtration due to their efficient separation capabilities.
 

The medical and healthcare industry uses polymer nanomembranes for drug delivery systems, wound healing, and bio separation due to their biocompatibility, high selectivity, and controlled release properties. Environmental concerns prompt the use of nanomembranes for air and water purification, addressing pollution issues, and facilitating soil remediation, reflecting a demand for sustainable solutions.

The production of polymer nanomembranes often involves complex and expensive fabrication processes, which can limit their large-scale manufacturing and widespread adoption. Ensuring consistent quality, uniform pore size, and structural integrity across large-scale production of nanomembranes is challenging. Variations in quality may affect performance and reliability.
 

COVID-19 Impact

Industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, which are significant consumers of polymer nanomembranes, experienced reduced demand due to economic uncertainties and lockdown measures, leading to a decrease in market growth. The pandemic caused disruptions in supply chains due to lockdowns, restrictions, and reduced manufacturing capacities. This led to delays in the production and distribution of materials and equipment required for nanomembrane manufacturing.
 

Polymer Nanomembrane Market Trends

Increased demand for nanomembranes in healthcare, especially in medical devices, drug delivery systems, wound care, and biosensors, due to their biocompatibility and controlled release properties.
 

Nanomembranes are increasingly used in advanced filtration systems for various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, catering to the demand for high-efficiency filtration solutions. Research and development focusing on incorporating antiviral or antibacterial properties in nanomembranes, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, for applications in protective gear and environmental hygiene.
 

Polymer Nanomembrane Market Analysis

Based on type, the market is divided into polyacrylonitrile (pan), polyethylene (pe), polyvinylidene fluoride (pvdf), polyamide, polypropylene (pp), others. Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) held the dominant market share of USD 274.5 million in 2022. The high chemical and thermal stability of PAN nanomembranes makes them suitable for water purification, desalination, and filtration, driving demand in the water treatment industry. PAN nanomembranes are used in medical devices, drug delivery systems, wound healing, and tissue engineering due to their biocompatibility and controlled release properties, increasing demand in the healthcare sector.
 

Based on technology, the market is categorized into phase inversion, electrospinning, layer-by-layer assembly. Phase inversion accounted for over 70% market share in 2022 and is projected to grow through 2032. Phase inversion is a crucial process in the fabrication of polymeric membranes, including nanomembranes, and it can significantly impact the properties and performance of the membranes. The parameters during phase inversion, such as choice of solvent, coagulant, temperature, and polymer concentration, can be adjusted to control the pore size, porosity, and thickness of the resulting membrane, allowing for customization based on specific application requirements.

North America dominated the global polymer nanomembrane market in 2022. Within North America, the U.S. generated a revenue of over USD 156.8 million in 2022. Various industries in North America, including petrochemical, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, seek nanomembranes for precise separations, industrial filtration, and purification, driving demand in these sectors. The stringent regulations for clean water and the demand for innovative water treatment solutions drive the need for nanomembranes in desalination, filtration, and purification processes.
 

Polymer Nanomembrane Market Share

Major players operating in the polymer nanomembrane industry include:

• Toray Industries, Inc.
• Asahi Kasei Corporation
• SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• LG Chem
• Merck KGaA (EMD Millipore)
• Hydranautics

Toray and Asahi Kasei are dominant players in the polymer nanomembrane industry due to their vast product portfolio. Promat’s ecosystem integration, along with consistent innovation, have attracted millions of customers. Their brand recognition and exclusive content deals solidify their leadership in the highly competitive market.
 

Polymer Nanomembrane Industry News

• In November 2019, In October 2019, DuPont acquired the ultrafiltration and membrane biofiltration (MBR) technologies division of Evoqua Water Technologies Corp.
   
• In September 2019, Dupont acquired the ultrafiltration Membrane business division from BASF.
   

The polymer nanomembrane market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry, with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue and volume (USD Million) (Kilo Tons) from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, by type

• Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
• Polyamide
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Others

Market, by technology

• Phase Inversion
• Electrospinning
• Layer-by-Layer Assembly

Market, by end-use

• Water & Wastewater Treatment
• Chemical
• Electronics
• Oil & Gas
• Food & Beverages
• Pharmaceutical & Biomedical
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Malaysia       
  • Indonesia

• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina

• MEA
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia