Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market 2026 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032
1 Market Overview
- 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
- 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
- 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
- 1.3.1 Overview: Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.3.2 Liquid Nitrogen
- 1.3.3 Liquid Carbon Dioxide
- 1.3.4 Dry Ice
- 1.3.5 Nitrogen Gas
- 1.3.6 Carbon Dioxide Gas
- 1.3.7 Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide Mixture
- 1.4 Market Analysis by Physical Form
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Physical Form: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.4.2 Cryogenic Liquid
- 1.4.3 Compressed Gas
- 1.4.4 Solid Refrigerant
- 1.4.5 Gas Mixture
- 1.5 Market Analysis by Temperature Range
- 1.5.1 Overview: Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Temperature Range: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.5.2 Chilled Temperature Gas
- 1.5.3 Frozen Temperature Gas
- 1.5.4 Deep-Frozen Temperature Gas
- 1.5.5 Ultra-Low Temperature Gas
- 1.6 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.6.1 Overview: Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.6.2 Food Processing Plants
- 1.6.3 Cold Chain Logistics Providers
- 1.6.4 Supermarket and Retail Cold Storage
- 1.6.5 Pharmaceutical Companies
- 1.6.6 Hospitals and Laboratories
- 1.6.7 E-commerce Fresh Food Platforms
- 1.6.8 Others
- 1.7 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size & Forecast
- 1.7.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021 & 2025 & 2032)
- 1.7.2 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity (2021-2032)
- 1.7.3 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Average Price (2021-2032)
2 Manufacturers Profiles
- 2.1 Linde
- 2.1.1 Linde Details
- 2.1.2 Linde Major Business
- 2.1.3 Linde Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.1.4 Linde Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.1.5 Linde Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.2 Air Products
- 2.2.1 Air Products Details
- 2.2.2 Air Products Major Business
- 2.2.3 Air Products Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.2.4 Air Products Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.2.5 Air Products Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.3 Messer
- 2.3.1 Messer Details
- 2.3.2 Messer Major Business
- 2.3.3 Messer Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.3.4 Messer Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.3.5 Messer Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.4 Airgas
- 2.4.1 Airgas Details
- 2.4.2 Airgas Major Business
- 2.4.3 Airgas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.4.4 Airgas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.4.5 Airgas Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.5 Nippon Sanso
- 2.5.1 Nippon Sanso Details
- 2.5.2 Nippon Sanso Major Business
- 2.5.3 Nippon Sanso Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.5.4 Nippon Sanso Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.5.5 Nippon Sanso Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.6 Iwatani
- 2.6.1 Iwatani Details
- 2.6.2 Iwatani Major Business
- 2.6.3 Iwatani Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.6.4 Iwatani Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.6.5 Iwatani Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.7 Air Water
- 2.7.1 Air Water Details
- 2.7.2 Air Water Major Business
- 2.7.3 Air Water Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.7.4 Air Water Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.7.5 Air Water Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.8 SOL Group
- 2.8.1 SOL Group Details
- 2.8.2 SOL Group Major Business
- 2.8.3 SOL Group Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.8.4 SOL Group Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.8.5 SOL Group Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.9 Yingde Gases
- 2.9.1 Yingde Gases Details
- 2.9.2 Yingde Gases Major Business
- 2.9.3 Yingde Gases Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.9.4 Yingde Gases Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.9.5 Yingde Gases Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.10 Hangyang
- 2.10.1 Hangyang Details
- 2.10.2 Hangyang Major Business
- 2.10.3 Hangyang Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.10.4 Hangyang Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.10.5 Hangyang Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.11 Jinhong Gas
- 2.11.1 Jinhong Gas Details
- 2.11.2 Jinhong Gas Major Business
- 2.11.3 Jinhong Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.11.4 Jinhong Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.11.5 Jinhong Gas Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.12 Huate Gas
- 2.12.1 Huate Gas Details
- 2.12.2 Huate Gas Major Business
- 2.12.3 Huate Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.12.4 Huate Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.12.5 Huate Gas Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.13 KMT Gas
- 2.13.1 KMT Gas Details
- 2.13.2 KMT Gas Major Business
- 2.13.3 KMT Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Product and Services
- 2.13.4 KMT Gas Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
- 2.13.5 KMT Gas Recent Developments/Updates
3 Competitive Environment: Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing by Manufacturer
- 3.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
- 3.2 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Revenue by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
- 3.3 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Average Price by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
- 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2025)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2025
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
- 3.5 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market: Company Product Application Footprint
- 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
- 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
- 4.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.2 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.3 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Average Price by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.2 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021-2032)
- 4.3 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021-2032)
- 4.4 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021-2032)
- 4.5 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021-2032)
- 4.6 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value (2021-2032)
5 Market Segment by Type
- 5.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 5.2 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
- 5.3 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Average Price by Type (2021-2032)
6 Market Segment by Application
- 6.1 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 6.2 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
- 6.3 Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Average Price by Application (2021-2032)
7 North America
- 7.1 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 7.2 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 7.3 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.2 North America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
8 Europe
- 8.1 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 8.2 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 8.3 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.2 Europe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
9 Asia-Pacific
- 9.1 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 9.2 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 9.3 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
10 South America
- 10.1 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 10.2 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 10.3 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.2 South America Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
11 Middle East & Africa
- 11.1 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
- 11.2 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
- 11.3 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
12 Market Dynamics
- 12.1 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Drivers
- 12.2 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Market Restraints
- 12.3 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Trends Analysis
- 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
- 13.1 Raw Material of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing and Key Manufacturers
- 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing
- 13.3 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Production Process
- 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
- 14.1 Sales Channel
- 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
- 14.1.2 Distributors
- 14.2 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Typical Distributors
- 14.3 Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing Typical Customers
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
- 16.1 Methodology
- 16.2 Research Process and Data Source
According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market size was valued at US$ 5877 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 8602 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.9% during review period.
Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing refer to functional gases utilized for the low-temperature storage, rapid freezing, refrigerated transport, and controlled-atmosphere preservation of food products, pharmaceuticals, fresh produce, and industrial goods. These gases primarily include liquid nitrogen, liquid carbon dioxide, dry ice, nitrogen gas, and nitrogen-carbon dioxide mixtures.
The upstream segment of the industry encompasses air separation, carbon dioxide recovery and purification, cryogenic liquefaction, dry ice manufacturing, storage tanks, gas cylinders, valves, and distribution equipment. The downstream segment finds application in fields such as food processing, cold chain logistics, supermarket and warehouse storage, pharmaceutical refrigeration, fresh produce distribution, and laboratory cryogenic preservation.
Globally, the market for refrigeration and freezing gases commands an average unit price of $420 per cubic meter, with a total global sales volume of approximately 13.6 million cubic meters. The industry's annual production capacity ranges from 15 million to 16.5 million cubic meters, and the sector maintains a profit margin of approximately 28%.
Moving forward, the global market for refrigeration and freezing gases is poised for growth, driven by the enhancement of cold chain infrastructure, the expansion of the frozen food sector, upgrades in pharmaceutical cold chains, and the development of e-commerce for fresh produce. The scope of application is expected to broaden beyond traditional food freezing to encompass vaccines, biological samples, precision materials, and cross-border cold chain transport. Liquid nitrogen, liquid carbon dioxide, and dry ice will continue to occupy a pivotal position within the market, owing to their rapid cooling capabilities, stable temperature control, and suitability for short-term refrigeration and emergency transport scenarios. Concurrently, rising customer expectations regarding food quality, transport safety, low-carbon operations, and supply continuity are compelling gas suppliers to evolve toward a comprehensive service model—integrating "gases + equipment + temperature control solutions + on-site services." Consequently, the development of robust regional distribution networks and reliable supply capabilities will emerge as key focal points for market competition.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Cubic Meters), and average selling prices (US$/Cubic Meter), 2021-2032
Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Cubic Meters), and average selling prices (US$/Cubic Meter), 2021-2032
Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Cubic Meters), and average selling prices (US$/Cubic Meter), 2021-2032
Global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Cubic Meters), and ASP (US$/Cubic Meter), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Linde, Air Products, Messer, Airgas, Nippon Sanso, Iwatani, Air Water, SOL Group, Yingde Gases, Hangyang, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Liquid Nitrogen
Liquid Carbon Dioxide
Dry Ice
Nitrogen Gas
Carbon Dioxide Gas
Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide Mixture
Market segment by Physical Form
Cryogenic Liquid
Compressed Gas
Solid Refrigerant
Gas Mixture
Market segment by Temperature Range
Chilled Temperature Gas
Frozen Temperature Gas
Deep-Frozen Temperature Gas
Ultra-Low Temperature Gas
Market segment by Application
Food Processing Plants
Cold Chain Logistics Providers
Supermarket and Retail Cold Storage
Pharmaceutical Companies
Hospitals and Laboratories
E-commerce Fresh Food Platforms
Others
Major players covered
Linde
Air Products
Messer
Airgas
Nippon Sanso
Iwatani
Air Water
SOL Group
Yingde Gases
Hangyang
Jinhong Gas
Huate Gas
KMT Gas
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Gases for Refrigeration and Freezing sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.