PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1776073
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1776073
Carbon dioxide is a colorless chemical element generated through both fermentation and combustion processes. Widely utilized in the food industry, it plays a key role in applications such as decaffeinating coffee and carbonating beverages. Additionally, it serves as a cooling agent in the food and manufacturing sectors.
The primary product types of carbon dioxide include liquid carbon dioxide, solid carbon dioxide, and gaseous carbon dioxide. Liquid carbon dioxide is formed by compressing and cooling carbon dioxide gas to a liquid state, with specific temperature thresholds. Sources of carbon dioxide include hydrogen, ethyl alcohol, ethylene oxide, substituted natural gas, and others. Applications span across various industries, including food and beverages, oil & gas, medical, rubber, firefighting, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The escalating U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are expected to significantly affect the chemicals sector, which is facing a disproportionate impact-particularly from tariffs on petrochemicals and intermediates, where affordable domestic alternatives are limited. Specialty chemical producers, who rely heavily on Chinese raw materials, are encountering production disruptions. Meanwhile, fertilizer manufacturers are seeing their profit margins squeezed due to tariffs on phosphate imports. In response, companies are increasing investments in R&D for bio-based alternatives, forming procurement alliances to strengthen purchasing power, and relocating production to tariff-neutral countries like Saudi Arabia.
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The carbon dioxide market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.72 billion in 2024 to $10.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to emerging markets' growth and increased demand from the medical industry.
The carbon dioxide market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.1 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for frozen food and growing demand from the oil and gas industry. Major trends in the forecast period include developing carbon dioxide separation technology, focusing on carbon capture and utilization, supplying to greenhouses, and considering mergers or acquisitions to increase market share.
The forecast of 9.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.4% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US by increasing beverage and dry ice production costs, as CO2 imports from Canada and Saudi Arabia become more expensive.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The escalating demand for firefighting services is anticipated to be a significant driver propelling the growth trajectory of the carbon dioxide market in the foreseeable future. Firefighting, aimed at extinguishing fires and managing fire-related emergencies to safeguard lives, property, and the environment, relies on specialized fire suppression systems employing carbon dioxide as a firefighting agent. Carbon dioxide functions by displacing oxygen, thereby eliminating a crucial element required for combustion, consequently reducing fire hazards and minimizing potential damages. For instance, data from the National Fire Protection Association in June 2023 highlighted an increase in firefighter and volunteer deaths, with 38 firefighters and 51 volunteers reported deceased in 2022, marking a rise from the 27 firefighter and 35 volunteer deaths recorded in 2021. This escalating demand for firefighting services underscores the driving force behind the growth of the carbon dioxide market.
Prominent companies within the carbon dioxide market are placing a significant emphasis on developing innovative products as a strategic approach to attain a competitive advantage. These innovations are particularly evident in the realm of cosmetic products that integrate recycled carbon dioxide (CO2) as a key ingredient. Notably, in July 2022, Beiersdorf AG, a German-based manufacturer specializing in personal-care products, introduced the NIVEA MEN Climate Care Moisturizer. This groundbreaking moisturizer is crafted using recycled carbon dioxide (CO2), employing a sophisticated carbon capture utilization process. In the manufacturing process of this product, carbon is collected and transformed into ethanol, which is then integrated into the formulation of the moisturizer. Significantly, this marks the inception of the first skincare product harnessing state-of-the-art carbon dioxide (CO2) recycling technology.
In May 2024, Zero Carbon System Inc., a U.S.-based company focused on global low carbon building design and low carbon urban planning solutions, acquired Global Thermostat for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to significantly enhance Zero Carbon System Inc.'s carbon capture capabilities and position it as a leader in the direct air capture (DAC) industry. Global Thermostat is a U.S.-based technology company that specializes in removing carbon dioxide from the air to combat climate change.
Major companies operating in the carbon dioxide market include Linde PLC, Air Products and Chemical, Inc., Air Liquide, The Messer Group GmbH, Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, Air Water Inc, Gulf Cryo, SOL Spa, Reliant Gases, India Glycols Limited, Praxair Inc., Taiyo Nippon Sanso, Oxair, Yingde Gas Group Co., Ltd., Core Industrial Gases, Supagas, AMCS Corporation, Gagan Gases Ltd, Refex Industries, BOC UK, Altex, Climeworks AG, Carbon Clean, GRASYS, Continental Carbonic Products, Inc., Matheson Tri-Gas, Messer Gases del Peru S.A., WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG, Buzwair, Sasol, Gas Africa Limited, Carbacid Investments Limited, Afrox
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the carbon dioxide market in 2024. North America was the second-largest region in the global carbon dioxide market. The regions covered in the carbon dioxide market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the carbon dioxide market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain
The carbon dioxide market consists of the sales of carbon dioxide gas and carbon dioxide liquid used to carbonate drinks and as a refrigerant. 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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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.