세계의 식수용 흡착제 시장 - 산업 규모, 점유율, 동향, 기회, 예측 : 재료 유형별, 오염물질 유형별, 최종 이용 산업별, 지역별, 경쟁별(2020-2030년)
Drinking Water Adsorbents Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Material Type, By Contaminant Type, By End-Use Industry, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F
세계의 식수용 흡착제 시장은 2024년에는 37억 8,000만 달러로 평가되었고, 2030년에는 48억 5,000만 달러에 이를 것으로 예상되며, 예측 기간 중 CAGR은 4.09%를 나타낼 전망입니다.
이 성장의 배경은 수질 오염에 대한 세계 우려 증가, 규제 프레임 워크의 엄격화, 깨끗한 식수에 대한 수요 증가입니다. 흡착제는 중금속, 병원체, 유기화합물, PFAS, 마이크로플라스틱 등의 오염물질을 제거하는 데 필수적이며, 지자체와 주택의 수도 시스템에서 사용됩니다. 신흥 경제국에서의 도시화, 산업화, 수질 악화가 진행되고 있는 가운데, 시장은 견인력을 늘리고 있습니다. 활성탄은 염소나 유기물질의 제거에 효과적이기 때문에 여전히 지배적인 재료이지만, 기술 혁신에 의해 제올라이트, MOF, 그래핀, 바이오의 흡착제 등의 고급 대체 재료의 채용이 가속화되고 있습니다. 이 새로운 재료는 더 높은 특이성, 재사용성 및 지속가능성을 제공하며 환경과 공중 보건 우선 순위 증가에 부합합니다. 또한 이온 교환 수지와 알루미나 기반 제품은 불화물과 중금속 오염을 다루는 지역에서 확대되고 있습니다.
| 시장 개요 |
| 예측 기간 |
2026-2030년 |
| 시장 규모(2024년) |
37억 8,000만 달러 |
| 시장 규모(2030년) |
48억 5,000만 달러 |
| CAGR(2025-2030년) |
4.09% |
| 급성장 부문 |
활성탄 |
| 최대 시장 |
북미 |
시장 성장 촉진요인
세계의 수원 오염 증가
주요 시장 과제
높은 운영 비용과 교체 비용
주요 시장 동향
바이오베이스 및 지속 가능한 흡착제 사용 증가
목차
제1장 개요
제2장 조사 방법
제3장 주요 요약
제4장 고객의 목소리
제5장 세계의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 재질별(활성탄, 제올라이트, 점토, 알루미나, 실리카겔, 기타)
- 오염물질유형별(유기 오염물질, 무기 오염물질, 미생물 오염물질, 신종 오염물질)
- 최종 이용 산업별(주택, 시립 수처리, 상업 빌딩, 산업, 기타)
- 지역별(북미, 유럽, 남미, 중동 및 아프리카, 아시아태평양)
- 기업별(2024년)
- 시장 맵
제6장 북미의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 북미 : 국가별 분석
제7장 유럽의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 유럽 : 국가별 분석
제8장 아시아태평양의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 아시아태평양 : 국가별 분석
제9장 중동 및 아프리카의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 중동 및 아프리카 : 국가별 분석
- 사우디아라비아
- 아랍에미리트(UAE)
- 남아프리카
제10장 남미의 식수용 흡착제 시장 전망
- 시장 규모 및 예측
- 시장 점유율 및 예측
- 남미 : 국가별 분석
제11장 시장 역학
제12장 시장 동향과 발전
제13장 기업 프로파일
- Calgon Carbon Corporation
- Cabot Corporation
- Xylem Inc.
- Purolite(An Ecolab Company)
- BASF SE
- Lenntech BV
- Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
- Thermax Limited
- SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions
- Osaka Gas Chemicals Group
제14장 전략적 제안
제15장 기업 소개와 면책사항
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The Global Drinking Water Adsorbents Market was valued at USD 3.78 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.85 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.09% during the forecast period. This growth is driven by increasing global concerns over water contamination, stricter regulatory frameworks, and heightened demand for clean drinking water. Adsorbents are essential for removing pollutants such as heavy metals, pathogens, organic compounds, PFAS, and microplastics in both municipal and residential water systems. The market is gaining traction amid rising urbanization, industrialization, and deteriorating water quality in emerging economies. Activated carbon remains the dominant material due to its effectiveness in eliminating chlorine and organic substances, though innovations have accelerated the adoption of advanced alternatives like zeolites, MOFs, graphene, and bio-based adsorbents. These newer materials offer higher specificity, reusability, and sustainability, aligning with growing environmental and public health priorities. Additionally, ion exchange resins and alumina-based products are expanding in regions dealing with fluoride and heavy metal contamination.
| Market Overview |
|---|
| Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 3.78 Billion |
| Market Size 2030 | USD 4.85 Billion |
| CAGR 2025-2030 | 4.09% |
| Fastest Growing Segment | Activated Carbon |
| Largest Market | North America |
Key Market Drivers
Rising Contamination of Global Water Sources
The increasing pollution of freshwater supplies is a key factor propelling the demand for drinking water adsorbents. Industrial effluents, agricultural chemicals, and untreated urban wastewater are introducing hazardous substances such as heavy metals, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and nitrates into lakes, rivers, and aquifers. Adsorbents are vital for removing these contaminants by trapping them at a molecular level. According to WHO, over 2 billion people rely on water sources tainted with fecal matter, while more than 785 million lack access to basic drinking water. Additionally, widespread arsenic contamination in regions like South Asia endangers millions. These alarming statistics are driving municipal bodies and private water treatment providers to adopt adsorbent technologies to meet growing water quality standards. Their ability to target trace contaminants and compatibility with both large-scale and point-of-use systems make them indispensable in addressing the global water crisis.
Key Market Challenges
High Operational and Replacement Costs
A major challenge in the drinking water adsorbents market is the high cost of operation and frequent replacement associated with these systems. Materials like activated carbon and ion exchange resins lose efficiency over time and require regeneration or replacement, which can be costly and resource-intensive. Municipal treatment facilities face high operational costs due to energy and chemical requirements during adsorbent regeneration. In residential settings, the recurring expense of replacing filter cartridges every few months can be a deterrent for users. While advanced materials like MOFs and functionalized composites offer superior performance, their production and integration remain expensive, limiting accessibility in low-income regions. As a result, cost remains a barrier to widespread adoption, especially in areas that most urgently need improved water purification solutions. Unless affordability is addressed through cost-reduction strategies or financial support programs, this challenge will continue to hinder market penetration and long-term sustainability.
Key Market Trends
Increased Use of Bio-Based and Sustainable Adsorbents
Environmental sustainability is emerging as a central focus in the water purification sector, leading to increased interest in bio-based adsorbents. Governments and consumers are prioritizing green solutions that are both effective and eco-friendly. Derived from natural sources like coconut shells, rice husk, jute, banana peels, and biopolymers such as chitosan and cellulose, these adsorbents offer low environmental impact, cost-effectiveness, and local availability. Biochar, for example, is proving effective against fluoride and arsenic, while chitosan-based materials are gaining ground in heavy metal removal. These materials are particularly suitable for low-resource settings due to their affordability and ease of disposal. Researchers are also enhancing their adsorption capacity through chemical modifications and metal oxide integration. The growing adoption of bio-based adsorbents reflects a shift toward more sustainable, community-friendly water treatment solutions that align with circular economy principles and minimize environmental harm.
Key Market Players
- Calgon Carbon Corporation
- Cabot Corporation
- Xylem Inc.
- Purolite (An Ecolab Company)
- BASF SE
- Lenntech B.V.
- Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
- Thermax Limited
- SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions
- Osaka Gas Chemicals Group
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Drinking Water Adsorbents Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Drinking Water Adsorbents Market, By Material Type:
- Activated Carbon
- Zeolites
- Clay
- Alumina
- Silica Gel
- Others
Drinking Water Adsorbents Market, By Contaminant Type:
- Organic Contaminants
- Inorganic Contaminants
- Microbial Contaminants
- Emerging Contaminants
Drinking Water Adsorbents Market, By End-Use Industry:
- Residential
- Municipal Water Treatment
- Commercial Buildings
- Industrial
- Others
Drinking Water Adsorbents Market, By Region:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Australia
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Drinking Water Adsorbents Market.
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview
- 1.1. Market Definition
- 1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Objective of the Study
- 2.2. Baseline Methodology
- 2.3. Key Industry Partners
- 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
- 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
- 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
- 3.1. Overview of the Market
- 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
- 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
- 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
- 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Material Type (Activated Carbon, Zeolites, Clay, Alumina, Silica Gel, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Contaminant Type (Organic Contaminants, Inorganic Contaminants, Microbial Contaminants, Emerging Contaminants)
- 5.2.3. By End-Use Industry (Residential, Municipal Water Treatment, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa, Asia Pacific)
- 5.3. By Company (2024)
- 5.4. Market Map
6. North America Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Material Type
- 6.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 6.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 6.2.4. By Country
- 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2.1. By Material Type
- 6.3.1.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 6.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 6.3.2. Canada Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2.1. By Material Type
- 6.3.2.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 6.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 6.3.3. Mexico Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2.1. By Material Type
- 6.3.3.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 6.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry
7. Europe Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 7.2.4. By Country
- 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.3.1.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 7.3.2. France Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.3.2.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.3.3.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 7.3.4. Italy Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.3.4.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.3.4.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 7.3.5. Spain Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2.1. By Material Type
- 7.3.5.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 7.3.5.2.3. By End-Use Industry
8. Asia Pacific Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 8.2.4. By Country
- 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.3.1.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 8.3.2. India Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.3.2.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 8.3.3. Japan Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.3.3.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 8.3.4. South Korea Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.3.4.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.3.4.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 8.3.5. Australia Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2.1. By Material Type
- 8.3.5.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 8.3.5.2.3. By End-Use Industry
9. Middle East & Africa Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Material Type
- 9.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 9.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 9.2.4. By Country
- 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2.1. By Material Type
- 9.3.1.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 9.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 9.3.2. UAE Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2.1. By Material Type
- 9.3.2.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 9.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 9.3.3. South Africa Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2.1. By Material Type
- 9.3.3.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 9.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry
10. South America Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Material Type
- 10.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 10.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 10.2.4. By Country
- 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2.1. By Material Type
- 10.3.1.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 10.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 10.3.2. Colombia Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2.1. By Material Type
- 10.3.2.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 10.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry
- 10.3.3. Argentina Drinking Water Adsorbents Market Outlook
- 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2.1. By Material Type
- 10.3.3.2.2. By Contaminant Type
- 10.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry
11. Market Dynamics
- 11.1. Drivers
- 11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends and Developments
- 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
- 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
- 12.3. Recent Developments
13. Company Profiles
- 13.1. Calgon Carbon Corporation
- 13.1.1. Business Overview
- 13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 13.1.3. Recent Developments
- 13.1.4. Key Personnel
- 13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
- 13.2. Cabot Corporation
- 13.3. Xylem Inc.
- 13.4. Purolite (An Ecolab Company)
- 13.5. BASF SE
- 13.6. Lenntech B.V.
- 13.7. Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
- 13.8. Thermax Limited
- 13.9. SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions
- 13.10. Osaka Gas Chemicals Group
14. Strategic Recommendations
15. About Us & Disclaimer
