According to the report, the global metal cutting gas industry generated $2.7 billion in 2021, and is anticipated to generate $4.0 billion by 2031, witnessing a CAGR of 4.2% from 2022 to 2031. 

Prime determinants of growth 

The surge in population coupled with rapid urbanization has surged the growth of the construction sector in both developed and developing economies, where metal-cutting gases are popularly used in the construction industry for cutting, welding, and designing various steel materials. This factor drives the growth of the global metal cutting gas market. However, lack of technical expertise and adoption of high-range advanced metal cutting machinery restrict the market growth. Moreover, surge in demand for processing carbon and low alloy from aerospace, automotive, metal fabrication, and industrial sector presents new opportunities in the coming years.  

The acetylene segment to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period 

Based on gas type, the acetylene segment held the highest market share in 2021, accounting for nearly two-fifths of the global metal cutting gas market, and is estimated to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period. This segment is projected to manifest the highest CAGR of 4.5% from 2022 to 2031. Among all other gases, acetylene can produce the hottest flame owing to which it is widely used in industrial applications.  

The metal and metal fabrication segment to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period 

Based on end use, the metal and metal fabrication segment held the highest market share in 2021, accounting for nearly one-thirds of the global metal cutting gas market, and is estimated to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period. Ongoing infrastructure activities and increase in the usage of prefabricated structures in the construction industry are accelerating the segment growth. However, the aerospace segment is projected to manifest the highest CAGR of 4.6% from 2022 to 2031. 

Asia-Pacific to maintain its dominance by 2031 

Based on region, Asia-Pacific held the highest market share in terms of revenue in 2021, accounting for nearly half of the global metal cutting gas market, and is likely to dominate the market during the forecast period. This region is expected to witness the fastest CAGR of 4.6% from 2022 to 2031. Several manufacturers have increased the production capacities for metal cutting gases. For instance, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. has launched Indane NANOCUT that enhances the efficiency of LPG as cutting gas in terms of high flame temperature, low oxygen consumption, and reduces cylinder inventory, thereby leading to the better economy to the user. This innovative product launch is expected to drive the overall potential sales of metal cutting gas market in the Asia-Pacific region. 

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