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Lined valves are specialized industrial valves with an internal protective lining made of materials such as fluoropolymers (such as PTFE, PFA, or FEP), rubber, or other corrosion-resistant substances. This lining enhances their resistance to corrosive and abrasive fluids, making them ideal for challenging applications where unlined valves would deteriorate quickly. Their primary function is to ensure reliable control and regulation of fluid flow, especially in systems where fluids are highly corrosive, abrasive, or damaging to standard valve materials.
The main types of lined valves include ball valves, butterfly valves, plug valves, globe valves, gate valves, among others. A ball valve, for instance, uses a spherical obstruction (the ball) to manage fluid flow. Lined valves are constructed using various materials such as polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), perfluoroalkoxy (PFA), modified polytetrafluoroethylene (TFM), polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE), and others. These valves find applications across industries such as chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, pulp and paper, and more.
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.
Tariffs are impacting the lined valve market by increasing the cost of imported fluoropolymers, valve castings, sealing components, and precision machining equipment. Chemical and pharmaceutical industries in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported lined valve components, while Asia-Pacific manufacturers face export pricing pressure. These tariffs are increasing project costs and procurement timelines. However, they are also encouraging regional production of lined valves, local sourcing of lining materials, and innovation in durable and cost-efficient valve designs.
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The lined valve market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $3.38 billion in 2025 to $3.54 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of chemical industries, demand for safe fluid handling, growth of petrochemical plants, regulatory compliance needs, replacement of metal valves.
The lined valve market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.17 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion, demand for high-purity processing, investments in industrial safety, innovation in lining materials. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for corrosion-resistant valves, expansion of chemical processing capacity, adoption in pharmaceutical manufacturing, focus on leak-proof flow control, customization of valve linings.
The growth of the oil and gas sector is expected to drive the lined valve market going forward. The oil and gas industry involves exploration, extraction, refining, transportation, and marketing of petroleum products. Rising global energy demand, driven by population growth and economic development, is fueling the expansion of this sector. Lined valves support the industry by ensuring efficient and reliable flow control, reducing maintenance costs, and enhancing operational safety. For example, in April 2024, the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), a US-based government agency, reported that China imported 11.3 million barrels of crude oil per day in 2023, a 10% increase compared to 2022. Thus, the expansion of the oil and gas sector is propelling the lined valve market.
Major companies in the lined valve market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as PFA-lined valve technologies, to meet the rising demand for corrosion-resistant flow control systems in industries handling aggressive chemicals. PFA-lined valves feature a perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) lining that provides exceptional chemical resistance, high-temperature tolerance, and contamination-free fluid handling, making them superior to traditional metal or rubber-lined alternatives. For instance, in July 2023, KITZ Corporation, a Japan-based valve manufacturer, launched a series of PFA-lined weir-type diaphragm valves. These valves offer precise and safe fluid control in corrosive environments, with robust PFA lining for chemical durability, a weir-type diaphragm for easier maintenance, and smooth internal surfaces to minimize contamination risk. They are optimized for industries such as pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, paints, and surfactants, ensuring long service life, stable performance under reactive conditions, and reliable flow regulation.
In May 2023, Hawle Austria Group, an Austria-based manufacturer of water supply products, acquired the valve manufacturing division of McWane India Pvt. Ltd. This acquisition is aimed at strengthening Hawle's market presence in India. It will enable Hawle to improve its product distribution and customer service while incorporating McWane's experienced workforce. McWane India Pvt. Ltd. is an India-based manufacturer of lined valves.
Major companies operating in the lined valve market are Honeywell International Inc., Schlumberger NV, Emerson Electric Co., Pentair plc, Flowserve Corporation, Entegris Inc., KSB SE & Co. KGaA, Crane Company, KITZ Corporation, samsoncontrols.net, Burkert Fluid Control Systems, Bray International, DeZURIK, Mueller Co. LLC, AZ Armaturen, FluoroSeal Group, InterApp AG, Bueno Technology Co. Ltd., ChemValve Schmid AG, EBRO Armaturen Gebr, Sigma Polymers Engineering Company
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the lined valve market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the lined valve market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the lined valve market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The lined valves market consists of sales of full port lined ball valves, reduced port lined ball valves, and lined diaphragm valves. 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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