According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market size was valued at US$ 210 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 294 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.0% during review period.
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Ultra-Low-Pressure (ULP) RO membranes are thin-film composite membranes designed to operate at significantly lower feed pressures (typically as low as 70–150 psi or 0.5–1.0 MPa) compared to standard RO membranes, while maintaining high salt rejection and water flux. They are widely used in brackish water treatment, residential filtration, light industrial, and commercial systems, where energy efficiency and cost reduction are priorities.
The Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane Market is gaining strong momentum as consumers and industries prioritize energy efficiency, operating cost reduction, and compact water purification solutions. These membranes are especially suitable for low-pressure environments, modular systems, and emerging markets. Key opportunities lie in OEM integration, aftermarket services, and localized production to meet cost-sensitive demand in Asia and Africa.
Key Market Trends
Energy Efficiency Focus: End-users seek membranes that minimize energy usage without compromising rejection efficiency. Expanding Residential and Commercial Demand: Growth in household and building-level water purification systems in Asia-Pacific, Africa, and Latin America. Smart and Modular Systems Integration: Compact, smart RO systems now rely heavily on ULP membranes for reduced operating pressure. Sustainability & ESG Goals: Lower energy consumption aligns with utilities’ and corporates’ carbon footprint reduction targets. Product Innovations: Manufacturers are launching long-life, anti-fouling, and higher-recovery ULP membranes.
Market Drivers
Need to Reduce Operating Costs: Especially in small-scale and distributed water treatment systems. Government Regulations on Energy Use: Promoting use of energy-efficient components. Increasing Water Scarcity: Drives demand for efficient purification of low-TDS sources. Widespread Use in Point-of-Use Systems: ULP membranes are becoming standard in domestic RO systems. OEM Integration in Appliances: Growing use by water purifier brands and smart appliance companies.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane 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 Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Sqm), and average selling prices (USD/Sqm), 2020-2031
Global Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Sqm), and average selling prices (USD/Sqm), 2020-2031
Global Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Sqm), and average selling prices (USD/Sqm), 2020-2031
Global Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Sqm), and ASP (USD/Sqm), 2020-2025
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 Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane
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 Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane 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 DuPont, Toray, Nitto, SUEZ, Vontron, Koch, LG Chem, Mann+Hummel, Toyobo, Bluestar Membrane, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, 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
4 Inch
8 Inch
Market segment by Application
Commercial
Industrial
Major players covered
DuPont
Toray
Nitto
SUEZ
Vontron
Koch
LG Chem
Mann+Hummel
Toyobo
Bluestar Membrane
KeenSen Technology
Aowei Technology
Wanhua Chemical
Wave Cyber
AROMEM
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 Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
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 2020 to 2031.
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 2020 to 2025.and Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
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 Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Ultra-Low-Pressure RO Membrane sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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