Microplastics Removal Technologies Market To Reach $3.77 Billion By 2033

Microplastics Removal Technologies Market Growth & Trends

The global microplastics removal technologies market size is anticipated to reach USD 3.77 billion by 2033 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.2% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The global microplastics removal technologies industry is primarily driven by escalating regulatory pressure and a surge in public awareness regarding the pervasive nature of microplastic pollution. Governments worldwide are implementing stringent policies to curb plastic waste and protect water resources.

For instance, the European Union's Chemical Strategy for Sustainability and the US Federal Microplastic Research Strategy are pushing advanced water treatment solutions. This regulatory framework compels municipalities and industries, particularly in wastewater treatment, to invest in advanced purification technologies.

Public awareness, fueled by media coverage and scientific reports on microplastics found in food, drinking water, and even human blood, has created a powerful consumer demand for cleaner water, further pressuring corporations and utilities to act. This combination of top-down regulation and bottom-up public demand establishes a strong, foundational driver for the market's growth.

Technological innovation and diversification are key drivers, as microplastic contamination requires a multi-faceted approach. No single technology is a silver bullet, leading to advancements across various methods. Membrane-based technologies like ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis are being enhanced for efficiency and lower energy use, suitable for treatment plants.

Simultaneously, novel solutions such as advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) and bio-based approaches using engineered bacteria or fungi are moving from lab to pilot scale. This diversification allows tailored solutions for both large municipal plants and smaller industrial applications, expanding market applicability.

Corporate sustainability and the circular economy are creating economic and reputational incentives for investment in removal technologies. Multinational corporations in fashion, cosmetics, and food & beverage are under scrutiny for their plastic footprint, integrating microplastic filtration into manufacturing to meet ESG goals. For instance, a clothing brand may invest in filtration systems for wastewater from textile mills. Technologies that capture and recycle microplastics align with circular economy principles, turning waste into a resource and creating a new value proposition.

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Microplastics Removal Technologies Market Report Highlights

• By type, the filtration systems segment led the market with the largest revenue share of 45.0% in 2024.

• The biological methods segment is projected to register at the fastest CAGR of 14.0% during the forecast period.

• By application, the municipal water treatment segment led the market with the largest revenue share of 40.68% in 2024.

• The marine and environmental protection segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 13.9% over the forecast period.

• Asia Pacific dominated the market with the largest revenue share of 35.76% in 2024 and is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

Microplastics Removal Technologies Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global microplastics removal technologies market based on type, application, and region:

Microplastics Removal Technologies Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Filtration Systems

• Chemical Treatment

• Biological Methods

• Electrochemical Processes

• Others

Microplastics Removal Technologies Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Municipal Water Treatment

• Industrial Wastewater Treatment

• Agricultural Runoff Management

• Marine & Environmental Protection

• Research & Development

Microplastics Removal Technologies Region Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • France

  • UK

  • Italy

  • Spain

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • India

  • Japan

  • Australia

  • South Korea

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

• Middle East & Africa

  • South Africa

  • Saudi Arabia

  • UAE

List of Key Players in the Microplastics Removal Technologies Market

• Wasser 3.0

• CLEANR

• PolyGone

• IADYS & ECOFARIO

• CyFract

• SATOORNIK

• Matter Industries

• PlanetCare

• The Ocean Cleanup

• GENeco