Natural Refrigerants Market worth $3.32 billion by 2031 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Natural Refrigerants Market is projected to grow from USD 2.10 billion in 2026 to USD 3.32 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 9.5% during the forecast period.
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Refrigeration Coolers Market Size & Forecast:
- Market Size Available for Years: 2022-2031
- 2026 Market Size: USD 2.10 billion in 2026
- 2031 Projected Market Size: USD 3.32 billion
- CAGR (2026-2031): 9.5%
Refrigeration Coolers Market Trends & Insights:
- There are several reasons behind the constant growth of the natural refrigerants market. The first reason behind the growth of the natural refrigerants market is the rise in the demand for refrigeration and cooling solutions that are environmentally sustainable and efficient with a low global warming potential. Some other reasons behind the growth of the natural refrigerants market include the phase-out of high-GWP synthetic refrigerants, the strict environment regulations, and the use of natural refrigerants in commercial refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, domestic refrigeration, and stationary air conditioning sectors. The development of cold chain infrastructure, food processing plants, supermarkets, and industrial cooling systems has increased the demand for natural refrigerants. The development in refrigeration technologies and investments in energy-efficient cooling systems have also contributed to the use of ammonia, CO2, hydrocarbons, and other natural refrigerants.
- Asia Pacific dominated the natural refrigeration market, with a share of 39%, in terms of value, in 2025.
- The hydrocarbons segment dominated the market with a share of 37%, in terms of value, in 2025.
- Based on applications, commercial refrigeration is projected to register the highest CAGR of 12% in the natural refrigeration market during the forecast period.
- Companies such as Honeywell International, Inc, ABB Ltd and Emerson Electric Co were identified as some of the star players in the PTFE market, given their strong market share and product footprint
- Keison International Inc, Inficon and Envitech Ltd, among others, have distinguished themselves among startups and SMEs by securing strong footholds in specialized niche areas, underscoring their potential as emerging market leaders.
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The market for natural refrigerants has seen several developments across Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and South America, driven by increasing demand for low-GWP refrigerants, energy-efficient cooling systems, and environmental regulations. Growth in the Asia Pacific market is being fueled by industrialization, the development of the cold chain, food & beverage processing, supermarkets, and industrial refrigeration in China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Sustained demand in North America and Europe is being driven by HFC phase-down efforts, stringent environmental regulations, and the increasing use of ammonia, CO2, and hydrocarbon-based refrigeration systems. Growth opportunities in the Middle East & Africa include investments in food processing, the cold chain, oil & gas, petrochemicals, and industrial refrigeration. In South America, growth will come from food & beverages, retail, and cold chain infrastructure development. Future growth in the market will be based on the development of energy-efficient refrigeration systems, safety technologies, CO2 and ammonia systems, and the adoption of natural refrigerants.
"CO2 will be the fastest-growing type segment of the natural refrigerants market, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
CO2 as a refrigerant is expected to grow at the fastest pace among other segments of the natural refrigerants industry in terms of value over the forecast period, driven by its low GWP rating, non-flammability, and adoption in commercial and industrial refrigeration. Rising use of CO2 transcritical systems in the food retail, cold stores, cold chain, and food processing sectors is boosting demand for CO2 refrigerants. Stringent regulations aimed at reducing high-GWP HFC refrigerants are driving the shift toward CO2-based systems. Ongoing technological developments to enhance the efficiency of these systems, especially in warm-climate regions, along with rising investments in sustainable cold chains, are creating additional opportunities in this regard.
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"Commercial refrigeration to be the fastest-growing segment by application in the natural refrigerants market, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
Commercial refrigeration is expected to be the fastest-growing end-user application by value in the natural refrigerants market over the forecast period, driven by the rising popularity of low-GWP refrigerant technology in supermarkets, convenience stores, food retail stores, restaurants, and other commercial establishments. Rising requirements for energy-efficient cooling, growth in organized retail and the food service industry, and increasing investments in cold chain infrastructure are propelling market growth. Strict regulatory measures to phase out high-GWP HFCs are also driving commercial end users to adopt CO₂, hydrocarbon, and ammonia-based technologies. The development of transcritical CO₂ systems and increasing sustainability efforts among retailers will further enhance the adoption of natural refrigerants in commercial refrigeration.
"Asia Pacific will hold the largest share in the natural refrigerants market during the forecast period, in terms of value."
The Asia Pacific region is expected to be the largest natural refrigerants market by value, driven by rapid industrialization and urbanization, as well as growth in the refrigeration and cold chain sectors in key countries such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Expanding sectors, including food processing, organized retail, e-commerce, and the food services industry, are driving demand for commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment. In addition, government actions to reduce the use of high-GWP refrigerants and the adoption of ammonia, carbon dioxide, and hydrocarbon-based refrigeration systems are contributing to the growth of the natural refrigerants market.
Key Players
Key players in the natural refrigerants companies such as Airgas Inc (US), Linde Plc (UK), Messer Group (Germany), Nippon Sanso (Japan), Evonik (Germany), Engas (Australia), Harp International Ltd (UK), Puyang Zhongwei Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. (China), A-Gas International Limited (UK), and HyChill Australia (Australia), among others.
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Investment Funding
The natural refrigerants market is seeing steady investment in production capacity and refrigerant lifecycle management. In June 2025, Linde announced plans to double its CO₂ production at the Freeport, Texas, facility by adding a second liquefaction unit for future R744 production. Linde also invested over USD 400 million in the air separation unit for Blue Point's 1.4-million-ton low-carbon ammonia project in Louisiana. In March 2025, A-Gas acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. in Canada to strengthen its refrigerant recovery and circularity offerings.
Revenue Shift
The current trend in the natural refrigerants industry is a shift from traditional synthetic refrigerants toward natural refrigerant solutions with lower GWP that are energy-efficient. Growth is more pronounced in CO₂ transcritical refrigeration, hydrocarbon refrigeration, ammonia refrigeration, and heat pump applications, driven by technological advances and improvements in system efficiency and safety controls. Government policies, such as bans on the use of HFCs and restrictions on high-GWP refrigerants, continue to drive the need to replace traditional refrigeration systems. New applications include commercial refrigeration, the cold chain, industrial heat pumps, food processing, and sustainable supermarkets, among others.
Mergers and Acquisitions
The natural refrigerants market saw notable M&A activity in March 2025, as companies strengthened their portfolios through strategic acquisitions. A-Gas acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI) in March 2025, enhancing refrigerant lifecycle-management capabilities in Canada. The acquisition also expanded A-Gas's refrigerant recovery, recycling, reclamation, and circular supply capabilities in the Canadian market.
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