Refrigerant Compressors

Global Refrigerant Compressors Market to Reach US$55.8 Billion by 2030

The global market for Refrigerant Compressors estimated at US$46.7 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$55.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Centrifugal Compressors, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.4% CAGR and reach US$31.5 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Rotary Compressors segment is estimated at 2.2% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$12.7 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 5.7% CAGR

The Refrigerant Compressors market in the U.S. is estimated at US$12.7 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$11.0 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 5.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.1% and 2.3% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.7% CAGR.

Global Refrigerant Compressors Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Low-GWP Refrigerants Changing the Game for Compressor Technologies?

The global push for climate-friendly cooling solutions is radically reshaping the refrigerant compressor landscape. With hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phase-downs mandated by international frameworks like the Kigali Amendment and regional legislation such as the EU F-Gas Regulation, compressor manufacturers are racing to adapt their technologies to support low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants including R-290 (propane), R-744 (CO2), and HFO blends. These refrigerants present new thermodynamic challenges-such as high pressures or flammability-that require redesigns of the compressor`s motor, valves, and lubrication systems.

In parallel, the rise of "natural refrigerants" in commercial refrigeration and heat pump applications is creating demand for hermetic and semi-hermetic compressor types with optimized performance characteristics for transcritical CO2 cycles and hydrocarbon systems. Market leaders are investing in R&D for variable speed inverter-driven models that offer enhanced control, lower energy consumption, and compatibility with evolving refrigerant classes. This shift is being further accelerated by green building standards and ESG requirements that compel end-users to adopt more sustainable HVACR systems.

How Is Electrification and Inverter Control Enhancing System Efficiency?

Energy efficiency mandates are another strong tailwind for the refrigerant compressor market. Regulatory frameworks such as the U.S. DOE efficiency standards, the Ecodesign Directive in Europe, and MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standards) in APAC are driving the transition from fixed-speed to variable-speed inverter compressors across commercial and residential sectors. Inverter-based compressors allow systems to modulate output based on real-time cooling or heating demand, significantly reducing power consumption and compressor cycling stress.

These developments are especially relevant in air conditioners, refrigeration cabinets, and heat pumps where load variability is high. Demand for scroll and rotary inverter compressors is rising across retail, data center, healthcare, and foodservice verticals, where uptime and precision temperature control are mission-critical. Additionally, manufacturers are embedding IoT sensors and cloud-based diagnostics into compressor modules, enabling remote performance monitoring, predictive maintenance, and fault alerts. This convergence of hardware and software is transforming compressors from passive components to intelligent control hubs within HVACR systems.

What Are the Key Market Dynamics Across Applications and Regions?

The refrigerant compressor market spans a diverse range of end-use applications-residential HVAC, commercial refrigeration, industrial cold storage, mobile cooling units, and even cryogenics-each with unique design and regulatory considerations. In emerging markets, rapid urbanization and rising disposable incomes are fueling demand for air conditioning and refrigeration units, especially in India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. This is translating to volume growth in smaller capacity piston and rotary compressors that cater to room air conditioners and mini-split systems.

In contrast, mature markets like Europe and North America are seeing strong uptake of heat pump-compatible compressors driven by decarbonization targets and energy retrofit incentives. The push for electrified heating solutions is prompting manufacturers to develop high-efficiency scroll and screw compressors capable of operating across wider ambient temperatures and pressure ratios. Meanwhile, CO2 compressors are gaining momentum in cold chain logistics, supermarkets, and ice rinks as operators phase out HFC-based systems. Regional differences in refrigerant regulations and utility costs are shaping compressor technology adoption and aftermarket service requirements across continents.

What Is Powering the Continued Expansion of This Market?

The growth in the refrigerant compressors market is driven by several factors, including regulatory momentum toward low-emission refrigerants, the global emphasis on energy efficiency, and expanding demand for comfort cooling and cold-chain systems. As climate mitigation and cooling demand rise in tandem, end-users are prioritizing compressor systems that deliver both high performance and environmental compliance. This dual demand is spurring innovation across mechanical design, materials engineering, and software integration.

OEM partnerships with refrigerant developers, energy utilities, and HVACR system integrators are accelerating product development cycles and field testing of next-gen compressors. Additionally, financial incentives from governments and green finance institutions are catalyzing adoption of advanced compressors in residential retrofits, commercial real estate, and refrigerated transport fleets. As both building codes and consumer expectations evolve, the compressor is emerging as a focal point in the sustainable cooling ecosystem.

With digitization, electrification, and refrigerant transformation converging, the refrigerant compressor market is poised for sustained global growth across a wide spectrum of applications and geographies.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Refrigerant Compressors market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Centrifugal Compressors, Rotary Compressors, Reciprocating Compressors); Refrigerant (Ammonia Refrigerant, Carbon Dioxide Refrigerant, Hydroflurocarbon Refrigerant, Hydrochlorofluorocarbons Refrigerant, Other Refrigerants); End-User (Food & Beverages End-User, Chemical & Petrochemicals End-User, Pharmaceutical End-User, Domestic End-User, Other End-Users)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• Atlas Copco AB
• Bitzer SE
• Carrier Global Corporation
• Carlyle Compressors
• Daikin Industries, Ltd.
• Danfoss A/S
• Dorin S.p.A.
• Embraco (Nidec Corp.)
• Emerson Electric Co.
• Frascold S.p.A.
• GE Appliances
• GEA Group AG
• Hitachi, Ltd.
• Johnson Controls International plc
• LG Electronics Inc.
• Mayekawa Mfg. Co., Ltd.
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• Panasonic Corporation
• Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
• Tecumseh Products Company LLC

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