ID: PMRREP22006| 183 Pages | 23 Jul 2025 | Format: PDF, Excel, PPT* | Energy & Utilities
The global ozone generator market size is projected to increase from US$1,369.4 million in 2025 to US$2,134.2 million by 2032, with a CAGR of 6.5%. The ozone generator industry is shifting toward advanced, high-efficiency systems driven by environmental regulations, rising demand for sustainable disinfection, and expanding applications across water, air, and food treatment.
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Ozone Generator Market Size (2025E) |
US$ 1,369.4 Mn |
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Projected Market Value (2032F) |
US$ 2,134.2 Mn |
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Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032) |
6.5% |
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Historical Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2019 to 2024) |
1.8% |
The global ozone generator market is experiencing significant growth, mostly driven by the increasing demand for advanced water treatment technologies. Municipalities are actively adopting corona discharge ozone generators due to their high ozone output, enhanced efficiency, and effectiveness in removing chemical impurities.
Governments worldwide are regulating water treatment procedures. The regulatory committees are encouraging several sectors to use the ozone disinfection method for commercial water treatment. In the U.S., the Environmental Protection Agency regulates disinfection methods, such as ozone, for unfiltered public water systems to control waterborne pathogens, including Cryptosporidium.
The market players are investing more in product development to expand their market reach. For instance, in April 2023, Fresh Mouth launched a new ozone generator that also functions as a hydrogenated water producer. This dual-function device targets oral hygiene, producing ozone to eliminate bacteria, viruses, and fungi, highlighting the versatility and safety of corona discharge in personal care applications.
With its high effectiveness in water disinfection, ozone gas is toxic to humans. It is a powerful oxidant that can cause respiratory irritation, throat discomfort, and lung damage when inhaled at high concentrations. This creates utility challenges for using ozone gas in enclosed environments. Regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the European Chemicals Agency, have established threshold values for ozone, necessitating the implementation of monitoring and control systems to ensure safe use. This need for controlled environments limits the broader adoption of ozone generators in residential and commercial environments, thereby restricting overall market growth.
The rising importance of sustainable and chemical-free processes in the agriculture industry is creating significant opportunities for the ozone generator market. Ozone’s strong oxidizing properties make it highly effective in sterilizing irrigation and aquaculture water. These properties discard harmful pathogens, promoting healthier crops without leaving toxic residues.
Governments across the emerging regions are responding with large-scale investments in the market. The strong oxidizing properties of ozone are leading the sectors to increase its use in non-traditional applications such as soil remediation, greenhouse sanitation, and fish farming.
For instance, under the MENA Desalination Projects Forum 2022, Saudi Arabia announced an investment of approximately USD 9.33 billion across 60 water projects, including the establishment of new wastewater treatment plants incorporating ozone technology for enhanced wastewater reuse in agriculture.
Corona discharge technology dominates the global ozone generator market, accounting for a 59.7% share, due to its superior efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. The technology can produce ozone concentrations of up to 22% by weight, which significantly outperforms other technologies that generate only around 3%. The high output concentration leads the corona discharge systems to treat the large volumes of water at very low cost.
In the Asia-Pacific region, rising urbanization and environmental concerns have led to stricter water and air quality regulations. For instance, India’s National Mission for Clean Ganga and China’s Five-Year Environmental Plans emphasize ozone-based disinfection to reduce chemical use and improve water quality.
The market players are focusing on energy efficiency and system integration to attract customers. For instance, in March 2021, SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions added a new family of large-capacity ozone generators to its portfolio of industry-leading assets. Ozonia L delivers large-scale ozone production on a compact footprint, featuring a new web-enabled interface and real-time system optimization for enhanced energy efficiency and lower total cost of ownership.
Water treatment remains the largest application for the ozone generator market, with a share of around 45%, driven by increasing global concerns over water quality, pollution, and resource scarcity. Ozone effectively eliminates pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, without leaving residues, making it an environmentally friendly process.
The European Union's updated directive mandates the removal of a significant proportion of micro pollutants from wastewater. Ozone treatment is recognized as an effective solution to meet these stringent requirements, with member states expected to implement the directive by July 2027.
Market players are investing heavily in acquisitions and ventures to expand their market reach. For instance, in May 2023, Xylem Inc. acquired Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, enhancing its portfolio with advanced ozone-based water treatment capabilities. Veolia's Ozonia brand continues to innovate with its Intelligent Gap System, offering high-performance ozone generators that improve water treatment efficiency while reducing operational costs.
The municipal sector dominates the ozone generator market, accounting for 42% of the market share, driven by increasing investments in public water infrastructure and stringent water quality regulations. Municipalities rely heavily on corona discharge ozone generators for the large-scale disinfection of drinking water and the treatment of wastewater, owing to their ability to eliminate pathogens, degrade micro pollutants, and improve water clarity without producing harmful residuals.
Government initiatives, such as the U.S. EPA’s $6.5 billion funding and China’s Five-Year Environmental Plan, represent growing efforts in ozonation aimed at enhancing public water safety. As urban populations grow and environmental regulations become stricter, the demand for pure water from municipalities is expected to increase.
Leading companies are actively developing smart ozone generation systems to meet the growing demand for efficient solutions. For instance, in June 2023, the Zenith Series Packaged ozone systems were launched, featuring silent operations above 20,000 hertz and self-correcting diagnostics to reduce downtime.
North America represents a leading regulatory driven market for ozone generators, with strong demand across municipal, industrial, and commercial sectors. The region dominates the global market with a share of 34%. The U.S. ozone generator market dominates the region with more than 85%.
The U.S. EPA plays a pivotal role by enforcing strict disinfection and water quality standards, such as requiring ozone or equivalent methods to inactivate Cryptosporidium in unfiltered water systems. The Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act prompt the municipalities to adopt advanced treatment processes like ozone disinfection to ensure compliance and protect public health. The market players in the region are expanding their portfolio to appeal to more consumers. For instance, in June 2025, Oxidation Technologies introduced the RMU-DG3 ozone generator with innovative Double Quartz Dielectric technology, providing ultra-pure, stable ozone output with minimal maintenance for water bottling facilities, site remediation systems, and managing air purification.
Europe ozone generator market is experiencing a moderate growth, with a share of 25%, driven by stringent environmental regulations, public health standards, and sustainability targets. Europe’s advanced infrastructure, combined with public and private sector efforts to achieve sustainability goals, is further promoting the use of corona discharge and UV-based ozone technologies.
Regulatory bodies such as the European Commission have introduced stringent guidelines advocating for eco-friendly sanitization technologies. These regulations accelerate the adoption of ozone-based solutions in both the public and private sectors.
Regional manufacturers are partnering with municipalities to expand their market. For instance, in July 2023, Nijhuis Saur Industries deployed the first full-scale ozone solution at the Echten WWTP in the Netherlands to remove micro pollutants and pharmaceutical residues, enhancing water quality and meeting EU standards for advanced wastewater treatment.
The Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region in the global ozone generator market, accounting for 28% of the market share and a CAGR of 8.9%. The Asia Pacific ozone generator market is fueled by rapid urbanization and industrial expansion. The region faces serious water shortage challenges, driving the governments to invest in advanced wastewater treatment technologies.
In India, the Delhi Jal Board, in collaboration with Toshiba and Larsen & Toubro, initiated the installation of three ozone generators at the Chandrawal Water Treatment Plant in April 2022. Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, this project represents one of the largest ozonation systems in the country, aiming to enhance water purification standards.
Market players are also advancing the technologies to meet the growing demand for efficient water treatment solutions. For instance, in January 2023, Konica Minolta, Inc. announced that it had jointly developed the second ozone generator with Tamura TECO Co., Ltd. and started to mass-produce BACTECTOR 2.0SC, a high-cost-performance, affordable product with proprietary powerful functions that effectively disinfect and suppress bacteria and viruses, to help create a clean and safe living environment.
A strong presence of global players and a growing number of regional manufacturers moderately consolidate the global ozone generator market. The leading players are investing heavily in technological innovation, customization, and energy efficiency. Companies are focusing on developing ozone systems that offer high output, low operational cost, and compliance with environmental regulations.
The rising demand from multiple sectors, including healthcare, food processing, and agriculture, is driving market players to develop products accordingly. The market also reflects regional dynamics, with strict regulatory frameworks prompting greater emphasis on safety and sustainability.
The ozone generator market is set to reach US$ 2,134.2 Mn by 2032.
Rising demand for clean water and effective wastewater treatment solutions is propelling the adoption of the global ozone generator market.
The incorporation of ozone generators with agriculture and aquaculture presents a significant opportunity in the global ozone generator market.
India is estimated to witness a CAGR of 5.8% in the forecast period.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is considered the leading player in the ozone generator market.
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