PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1704533
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1704533
Hollow fiber filtration is a membrane filtration technique that employs bundles of narrow, flexible tubes (hollow fibers) to separate components in a fluid. It is widely used for water purification, medical applications, and bioprocessing due to its high surface area and efficient separation capabilities.
The main membrane materials for hollow fiber filtration include polysulfone (PS), mixed cellulose ester, polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF), polyethersulfone (PES), and others. Polysulfone is a thermoplastic polymer known for its high thermal and chemical resistance, commonly used in membrane filtration applications. The technology encompasses microfiltration, ultrafiltration, and other filtration methods. It is applied in various processes such as protein concentration and diafiltration, cell culture harvest and clarification, virus or viral vector filtration, and raw material filtration. These applications serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverages, water and wastewater treatment, and others.
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The hollow fiber filtration market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.64 billion in 2024 to $0.75 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the growing emphasis on patient safety and infection control, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, regulatory requirements regarding medication preparation and administration, growth in healthcare infrastructure, and increased healthcare spending globally.
The hollow fiber filtration market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.44 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing preference for single-use medical devices to minimize contamination risks, modernization of healthcare facilities, rising aging population, heightened focus on infection control measures, and increasing trend towards home-based healthcare services. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of smart features, emphasis on sustainability in medical device manufacturing, innovation in safety features such as needlestick prevention mechanisms and ergonomic designs, integration of remote monitoring capabilities into filter needle devices, and integration of advanced technologies such as automation and connectivity.
The growth of the hollow fiber filtration market is expected to be propelled by the expanding pharmaceutical industry in the future. This industry encompasses activities related to researching, developing, producing, and marketing medications and other healthcare products. The pharmaceutical sector's growth is driven by increased healthcare demand, technological advancements, and global market expansion. Hollow fiber filtration plays a crucial role in efficiently separating and purifying biomolecules such as proteins and antibodies during drug manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical industry. For example, according to the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations, the pharmaceutical market's value at ex-factory prices increased to €275 billion in 2022 from €236.5 billion in 2020, with research and development spending rising to €44.5 billion in 2022 compared to €39.4 billion in 2020. Hence, the growth of the pharmaceutical industry is propelling the hollow fiber filtration market's growth.
Leading companies in the hollow fiber filtration market are concentrating on developing innovative In-Out Ultrafiltration (UF) membranes to boost filtration efficiency, extend operational lifespan, minimize fouling, and enhance overall performance across various applications. In-Out Ultrafiltration membranes are a type of filtration system where feedwater flows through the hollow fibers from the outer surface (outside-in) to the inner lumen, or vice versa. For instance, in March 2023, DuPont, a US-based chemical company, launched its next-generation ultrafiltration membranes, the Multibore PRO. These membranes feature a unique multi-capillary design, with 19 capillaries per fiber, improving filtration efficiency and sustainability. The innovation allows for a 15% reduction in required floor space and energy savings, benefiting desalination and municipal drinking water applications. This development marks a major advancement in ultrafiltration (UF) technology, particularly for water purification processes in desalination and municipal water systems.
In September 2023, NSI Mobile Water Solutions acquired Pall Corporation, representing a significant step forward in NSI Mobile Water Solutions' growth and enhancing its position in the industrial water market segment in Europe. Pall Corporation, a provider of hollow fiber membrane systems, complements NSI Mobile Water Solutions' modern range of water and wastewater treatment technologies.
Major companies operating in the hollow fiber filtration market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., 3M Company, Medtronic plc, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Baxter International Inc., Avantor Inc, Terumo Corporation, Sartorius AG, Nipro Medical Corporation, B. Braun Medical Inc., Cantel Medical Corporation, Repligen Corporation, Avanos Medical Inc., Isopure Corp, Medica S.p.A, Envirogen Group, Synder Filtration, Cole-Parmer Instrument Company LLC, Hongtek Filtration Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the hollow fiber filtration market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the hollow fiber filtration market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the hollow fiber filtration market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The hollow fiber filtration market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as water purification, wastewater treatment, dialysis, blood filtration, cell harvesting, and concentration and separation of biomolecules in bioprocessing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The hollow fiber filtration market also includes sales of laboratory filtration devices, hollow fiber bioreactors, microfiltration and ultrafiltration unit. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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