Gas Phase Filtration Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type (Combination Filter, Packed Bed Filter), By Media Filter (Activated Carbon, Potassium Permanganate, Blend), By End User (Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Metals & Mining, Food & Beverages, Healthcare, Water & Wastewater, Others), By Region, Competition 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 5.94 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	5.11%
Fastest Growing Segment	Combination Filter
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 8.01 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Gas Phase Filtration Market will grow from USD 5.94 Billion in 2025 to USD 8.01 Billion by 2031 at a 5.11% CAGR. Gas phase filtration is defined as the process of removing gaseous contaminants, including volatile organic compounds and corrosive gases, from air streams through the use of sorbent media such as activated carbon or impregnated alumina. The market is primarily driven by strict environmental regulations regarding industrial emissions and a heightened global emphasis on maintaining superior indoor air quality to protect human health and mission-critical electronic equipment. This sector growth is supported by a strengthening supply chain for essential filtration substrates. According to the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, in 2024, the North American nonwovens industry added over 100,000 tonnes of capacity to exceed a total of 5.7 million tonnes, reflecting sustained investment in the materials critical for filtration production.

One significant challenge impeding broader market expansion is the high operational cost and technical complexity associated with the maintenance of these systems. The sorbent media has a finite lifespan and requires frequent monitoring to prevent saturation, which demands specialized expertise and incurs ongoing replacement expenses. This financial burden can often discourage adoption in sectors with limited operational budgets as end users struggle to balance the high price of effective gas contaminant control with their overall facility management allocations.

Key Market Drivers

The implementation of stringent environmental and air quality regulations serves as the primary catalyst for the Global Gas Phase Filtration Market. Governments worldwide are enforcing tighter limits on industrial emissions to combat atmospheric pollution, necessitating the adoption of advanced filtration systems capable of scrubbing hazardous gaseous contaminants and precursor compounds. These regulatory frameworks compel manufacturing and power generation facilities to upgrade their existing infrastructure to maintain compliance, thereby fueling the demand for high-efficiency gas phase media. For instance, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, February 2024, in the 'Final Rule to Strengthen the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter', the primary annual PM2.5 standard was significantly revised from 12.0 to 9.0 micrograms per cubic meter, a move that drives industries to control the gaseous precursors responsible for fine particle formation.

A second critical driver is the imperative for corrosion control within data centers and microelectronics manufacturing. As electronic components undergo miniaturization, they become increasingly susceptible to failure caused by corrosive airborne gases such as sulfur and chlorine, making gas phase filtration indispensable for yield protection and equipment reliability. The rapid expansion of this high-tech sector directly correlates with market opportunities for chemical filtration providers. According to the Semiconductor Industry Association, September 2024, in the '2024 State of the U.S. Semiconductor Industry Report', global semiconductor sales were projected to increase to over $600 billion in 2024, signaling massive infrastructure investment requiring contamination control. This sectoral momentum is reflected in broader industry performance; according to Donaldson Company, Inc., in 2024, sales for their Industrial Filtration Solutions segment grew by 6.0% during the fiscal second quarter, underscoring the rising robust demand for industrial-grade filtration technologies.

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Key Market Challenges

The high operational cost and technical complexity associated with maintenance represent a substantial barrier to the growth of the Global Gas Phase Filtration Market. Gas phase systems utilize sorbent media with a finite capacity for adsorption, necessitating frequent and precise monitoring to prevent contaminant breakthrough. This requirement demands specialized technical expertise and advanced real-time monitoring equipment, which significantly elevates the total cost of ownership beyond the initial capital investment. Consequently, facility managers often view these systems as a financial liability, particularly in applications where strict budget constraints outweigh the demand for superior indoor air quality.

These recurring expenses directly hamper market expansion by restricting adoption primarily to mission-critical industries, such as semiconductor manufacturing, while excluding cost-sensitive commercial sectors. The logistical burden of media replacement and hazardous waste disposal further complicates integration for general end-users. Despite robust trade activity in the broader sector, the specific uptake of gas phase components lags due to these economic pressures. For instance, according to the Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA), in 2024, the export volume of German air handling technology reached 7.32 billion euros, yet the prohibitive maintenance overhead of gas phase filtration continues to limit its saturation within this extensive infrastructure market.

Key Market Trends

The Shift Toward Sustainable and Regenerable Sorbent Materials is fundamentally altering the market as manufacturers prioritize circular economy principles to mitigate the environmental impact of spent media disposal. Conventional activated carbon and impregnated alumina often end up in landfills, prompting a strategic transition toward bio-based precursors and regenerable substrates that extend lifecycle utility while reducing hazardous waste. This movement is further accelerated by the operational need to align with emerging chemical safety frameworks and corporate sustainability goals, pushing the industry away from single-use disposal models. According to Ahlstrom, March 2025, in the 'Sustainability Report 2024', the company achieved net sales of 3.0 billion euros in 2024, a performance largely driven by the commercial expansion of safe and sustainable fiber-based solutions, including their newly launched PFAS-free filtration media for industrial applications.

Advancements in Nanotechnology-Enhanced Filter Media are critically enhancing adsorption efficiency and reducing the energy penalty traditionally associated with high-performance gas removal. By incorporating nanofiber layers into sorbent structures, these next-generation designs significantly increase the available surface area for contaminant capture without proportionally increasing airflow resistance, thereby directly addressing the operational cost barrier related to energy consumption. This technological evolution allows for the development of compact, hybrid media capable of targeting specific molecular contaminants with greater precision while maintaining lower pressure drops. According to Mann+Hummel, May 2025, in the 'Annual Report 2024', the group's investment in research and development rose to 128.3 million euros, reflecting a concentrated focus on developing advanced filtration technologies, including novel media compositions that improve separation performance and lower carbon footprints.

Segmental Insights

The combination filter segment represents the fastest-growing category in the global gas phase filtration market because of its capacity to remove both particulate matter and gaseous pollutants in a single unit. This dual function allows facilities to optimize air handling space and lower maintenance requirements compared to multi-stage systems. Growth is further accelerated by strict indoor air quality guidelines from established entities such as ASHRAE, which encourage the adoption of comprehensive purification technologies. Industries increasingly rely on these integrated solutions to ensure compliance with environmental health standards while maximizing operational efficiency.

Regional Insights

North America maintains a leading position in the global gas phase filtration market, driven by stringent environmental regulations and a strong industrial base. The United States Environmental Protection Agency enforces rigorous mandates regarding hazardous air pollutants, compelling facilities to implement effective gas removal systems. Furthermore, guidelines from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers regarding indoor air quality encourage the adoption of filtration solutions in commercial infrastructure. This regulatory framework, combined with established manufacturing and wastewater treatment sectors, ensures sustained regional market dominance.

Recent Developments

• In November 2025, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies introduced a suite of air filtration products tailored for the specific needs of lithium-ion battery manufacturing and cleanroom environments. The new range included filter media capable of resisting aggressive organic solvents, such as N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP), which are commonly used in electrode coating processes. Additionally, the company released upgraded Bag-In/Bag-Out containment systems designed to safely handle hazardous chemical exhausts and dusts. These systems, compatible with activated carbon and HEPA filters, were developed to ensure operator safety and process stability in facilities handling toxic substances and gas phase contaminants.
• In October 2025, Ahlstrom launched PurXcel, a new molecular filtration media platform designed to improve air quality in cabin and indoor environments. The product was engineered to remove a wide range of gaseous pollutants, including volatile organic compounds, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and ammonia. Manufactured using a dry technology process, the media offered a combination of high particulate efficiency and gas adsorption capabilities within a single filter element. The company positioned this development to meet the increasing demand for advanced air purification in electric vehicles and premium building HVAC systems, where controlling odors and hazardous gases is critical for occupant health.
• In October 2024, Mann+Hummel unveiled new solutions for molecular contamination control ahead of the FILTECH trade fair. The company introduced the Carboactiv Cube Carb and Carboactiv Cube Duosorb compact filters, which were engineered to adsorb harmful molecular gases and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from air streams. These products were developed with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, utilizing activated carbon and other adsorptive media to ensure clean air in industrial and commercial applications. The launch highlighted the company's strategy to provide effective gas phase filtration while minimizing the carbon footprint associated with air treatment systems.
• In September 2024, Camfil announced the opening of a new regeneration service center for Airborne Molecular Contamination (AMC) filters in Chiayi, Taiwan. This facility, described as the largest of its kind globally, was established to address the specific contamination control requirements of the semiconductor sector. The center focuses on the regeneration of chemical filters, a process designed to remove molecular pollutants and gases that can damage sensitive microelectronic manufacturing processes. By enabling the reuse of filter components, the facility aims to support circular economy principles and reduce waste generated by disposable chemical filtration products in the region's expanding high-tech industry.

Key Market Players

• Camfil AB
• American Air Filter Company Inc
• Freudenberg SE
• Parker-Hannifin Corporation
• Bry-Air (Asia) Pvt. Ltd
• Purafil Inc, Circul-Aire Inc
• Kimberly-Clark Corporation
• ProMark Associates Inc.

By Type	By Media Filter	By End User	By Region
Combination Filter Packed Bed Filter	Activated Carbon Potassium Permanganate Blend	Chemicals & Petrochemicals Metals & Mining Food & Beverages Healthcare Water & Wastewater Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Gas Phase Filtration Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Gas Phase Filtration Market, By Type:

• Combination Filter
• Packed Bed Filter

• Gas Phase Filtration Market, By Media Filter:

• Activated Carbon
• Potassium Permanganate
• Blend

• Gas Phase Filtration Market, By End User:

• Chemicals & Petrochemicals
• Metals & Mining
• Food & Beverages
• Healthcare
• Water & Wastewater
• Others

• Gas Phase Filtration Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE