Pleated Filters Market

Pleated Filters Market Size by Product Type (Air Filters, Food & Beverages Filters, Oil Filters and Others), Application (Industrial, Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Paints & Coating, Oil & Gas, Electronics, Food & Beverage and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2025 to 2034

Base Year: 2024 Historical Data: 2021-23
  • Report ID: TBI-14702
  • Published Date: Mar, 2025
  • Pages: 236
  • Category: Machinery & Equipment
  • Format: PDF
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Market Introduction

The global Pleated Filters market was valued at USD 13 billion in 2024 and grew at a CAGR of 3.67% from 2025 to 2034. The market is expected to reach USD 18.64 billion by 2034. The market is driven by the increase in surface area, making it large and thus allowing the filters to catch more particles and offer enhanced filtration. It is a kind of filter common in air ducts, furnaces, etc., to trap particles such as dander and dust and thus stop them from circulating in the house.  These pleated filters are long-lasting, so they do not need to be replaced more often. It helps save money in the long run and regularly improves indoor air quality over time.

Pleated filters are formed using pleated cloth or paper, which is then pleated or folded in a series of small pleats. It helps increase the filter's surface area, which catches more particles. Hence, such filters are broadly used in air conditioning systems, indoor air quality devices and air purifiers. Filters help in cleaning the HVAC; thus, they operate at peak performance for a longer time. If there was no filter, the debris could have settled on the fan and coils, which, with time, can restrict the performance and airflow. Pleated filters are one of the most important types of filters in the market as they can hold large amounts of particles and thus keep them away from entering the home. These pleated filters trap smaller particles; thus, they are best for holding allergens such as pollen and pet dander. Moreover, pleated filters are more capable of trapping pollutants and thus help offer cleaner air in the home, and there will be less frequent changes to the filter. Pleated filters also help maintain cleaner coils and provide more heat transfer. Pleated filters led to cleaner walls, furnishings, and ceilings and greater particulate capture, which led to fewer IAQ complaints. It does not promote bacterial growth. It helps maintain cleaner motors, coils, and other parts.

Pleated filters are used in several air handling systems, such as air conditioners, furnaces, and mechanical ventilation systems. Pleated filters provide many benefits in comparison to other types of air filters. Due to its higher efficiency in catching airborne particles, it can be very useful for medical, industrial, and other applications where air cleaning is important. They have a longer lifespan in comparison to other filters and are comparatively easy to maintain. Pleated filters are the best solutions for residential HVAC, commercial HVAC, standalone units and several industrial applications.

Pleated Filters Market Size

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Recent Development

  • In June 2015: Donaldson Company, Inc. acquired IFIL USA LLC, a manufacturer of pleated bag filters for collecting industrial dust. The acquisition has helped the organization offer substantial advantages compared to conventional filter bags to customers due to decreased air emissions, longer filter life, and faster filter changes. It has helped the organization expand its presence in the Pleated Filters market.
  • In May 2020: Parker Hannifin launched its new pleated filter for dust collection. It has launched ProTura SB Nano Pleated Filters, which have a longer filter life. It can be useful in several demanding applications. It is helping the organization gain market share in the Pleated Filters market.

Market Dynamics

Drivers

Availability of different types of pleated filters – Pleated filters are best suited for residential and commercial HVAC, standalone units and several industrial applications. Different types of pleated filters are suited for different kinds of demand applications. For instance, high-temperature pleated filters are suited for high-temperature applications and are used in industrial and commercial HVAC applications. Similarly, heavy-duty pleated filters are common in demanding industrial and commercial HVAC applications. Pleated carbon filters are the best solution for gas, odour, smoke and fume removal in residential, commercial and industrial applications. There are also self-supported pleated filters, which are made of completely synthetic media and designed to hold pleated configurations without the help of metal mesh backing. These factors will eventually propel the growth of the Pleated Filters market.

Restraints

Fluctuation in the price of raw materials – Fluctuations in the price of raw materials and high operational costs are restraining the market's growth. Also, many HVAC systems need modification to accommodate pleated filters, increasing the cost of filtration equipment. All these factors are acting as restraints for the market.

Opportunities

Stringent Regulations – Stringent regulations are decided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). OSHA is also promoting the use of many filtration processes, and hence, pleated filter demand is growing among several sectors. It is largely used in HVAC filters, which are in demand in many sectors. Cotton folds or polyester fabrics are the filter material for HVAC that is used in the pleated filters. These pleated filters have a MERV rating between 5 and 13. They are very effective in filtering dust and other different airborne pollutants. Also, they offer low air filtration, and there is less resistance to airflow. Pleats used in these filters offer an advantage over other non-pleated filters as they increase the surface area of the filter for more effective filtering. Filters with more pleats offer more effective filtering than those with lesser pleats and catch even more minute and difficult pollutants and allergens such as mould spores and pet dander. Pleated filters are in reusable and disposable formats and are also used to suppress HVAC fan noise. All these factors are increasing the demand for the use of pleated filters in the forecasting period.

Segment Analysis

Regional segmentation analysis

The regions analysed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the most significant global Pleated Filters market, with a 46.67% market revenue share in 2024.

The Asia Pacific region leads the Pleated Filters market as the disposable income of people in the region has increased, which has led them to improve their living standards. The sales of consumer electronic goods have increased, which has increased the use of the filtration process for filtering the pollutants in the indoor area. Also, rapid urbanization and industrialization are happening, eventually increasing people's awareness of better air quality. The fastest emerging economies, such as China and India, are seeing high demand for advanced HVAC systems. These factors will eventually create a high demand for pleated filters in the region.

Asia Pacific Region Pleated Filters Market Share in 2024 – 46.67%

 

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Product Type Segment Analysis

The product type segment is divided into air filters, food & beverages filters, oil filters and others. Air filters segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 52.34% in 2024. This significant share is attributed to the large use of pleated filters as air filters, air cleaners and air purifiers. It is broadly used in the HVAC system in residential, demand, commercial, and industrial environments. As air filters, it is very useful in improving the air quality.

Application Segment Analysis

The application segment is divided into industrial, chemicals & petrochemicals, paints & coating, oil & gas, electronics, food & beverage and others. The industrial segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 19.85% in 2024. This significant share is due to a surge in bio-filtration awareness, which is very important in many industries. Hence heavy duty duty-pleated filters are common in demanding industrial and commercial HVAC applications.

Some of the Key Market Players

  • PARKER HANNIFIN CORP
  • 3M
  • Donaldson Company, Inc.
  • SUEZ
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Absolent Group
  • Camfil AB
  • Freudenberg Filtration Technologies GmbH & Co. KG
  • General Motors Company
  • Atlas Copco
  • Siemens

Report Description

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2024 USD 13 Billion
Market size value in 2034 USD 18.64 Billion
CAGR (2025 to 2034) 3.67%
Historical data 2021-2023
Base Year 2024
Forecast 2025-2034
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East and Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Product Type and Application

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the global Pleated Filters market was valued at USD 13 billion in 2024 to USD 18.64 billion by 2034.

Global Pleated Filters market is growing at a CAGR of 3.67% during the forecast period 2025-2034.

The market's growth will be influenced by availability of different types of pleated filters.

Fluctuation in the price of raw materials could hamper the market growth.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2021 to 2034. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global Pleated Filters market based on below mentioned segments:

Global Pleated Filters Market by Product Type:

  • Air Filters
  • Food & Beverages Filters
  • Oil Filters
  • Others

Global Pleated Filters Market by Application:

  • Industrial
  • Chemicals & Petrochemicals
  • Paints & Coating
  • Oil & Gas
  • Electronics
  • Food & Beverage
  • Others

Global Pleated Filters Market by Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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