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UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET FORECAST 2024-2032

SCOPE OF THE REPORT

United States Potable Water Pipe Market by Material Type (Plastic, Copper, Steel, Ductile Iron, Concrete) Market by Application (Distribution, Transmission, Other Applications)

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MARKET OVERVIEW

In terms of revenue, the United States potable water pipe market was valued at $xx million in 2023 and is expected to reach $xx million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 2.78% during the forecast period 2024-2032. 

A potable water pipe refers to a conduit or system of pipes designed and utilized specifically for the transport of drinking water. Potable water pipes are a vital component of the country’s infrastructure that delivers clean and safe drinking water to homes, businesses, and various establishments. With over 148,000 drinking water systems distributing 39 billion gallons of water annually, the infrastructure faces challenges, particularly concerning lead pipe contamination. A recent report by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) highlights the prevalence of lead pipes, with an estimated 9.2 million servicing American homes in 2021.  

Furthermore, the United States potable water pipe market is undergoing significant growth driven by several key factors. Government spending on water infrastructure, particularly in response to the prevalence of lead pipes, is a major driver, with the EPA projecting a peak replacement rate of 16,000 to 20,000 miles annually by 2035. Building construction activity, fueled by urbanization and development projects, contributes to the demand for new water service and distribution pipes. Environmental regulations, including the updated Lead and Copper Rule, are compelling the replacement of lead service lines, with an estimated annual investment of up to $839 million. Despite the growth prospects, the market faces challenges such as aging infrastructure and underfunding, emphasizing the need for comprehensive improvements. Trends in the market include the dominance of plastic pipes due to their low cost and corrosion resistance, as well as ongoing technological advancements in materials and construction techniques. These trends reflect an evolving landscape that prioritizes efficiency, safety, and environmental considerations in the delivery of potable water to homes and businesses across the nation.

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MARKET SEGMENTATION

Market Segmentation Analysis – Material Type and Application –

Market by Material Type:

  • Plastic
    • Plastic has become the predominant material in the United States potable water pipe market due to its cost-effectiveness, corrosion resistance, and ease of installation. Widely adopted for large-scale projects, plastic pipes offer an economical alternative to traditional materials. 
    • Their resistance to corrosion ensures longevity, while their lightweight and flexible nature facilitates easy transportation and installation, especially in urban environments. 
    • Additionally, the recyclable properties of plastic align with environmental considerations, making it a sustainable choice. This trend underscores plastic’s strategic role as a cost-effective, durable, and eco-friendly solution in addressing challenges within the potable water pipe market.
  • Copper
  • Steel
  • Ductile Iron
  • Concrete

Market by Application: 

  • Distribution
  • Transmission
  • Other Applications

MAJOR PLAYERS

Key players operating in the United States potable water pipe market:

  • 3M Company
  • JM Eagle
    • JM Eagle is one of the major suppliers of potable water pipes in the United States. As the largest pipe provider in the country in 2023, JM Eagle also ranked among the primary suppliers in the HDPE and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) pipe markets. 
    • The company adopts a broad product line strategy within the plastic pipe segment, offering PVC, HDPE, ABS, and PEX for diverse applications, including oil and gas, potable water, sewer, and conduit. 
    • Noteworthy among its specific products is the Blue Brute C900 pipe, designed for applications in potable water distribution pipelines and other projects such as water reclamation.
  • McWane Ductile
  • Mueller Water Products
  • Saint-Gobain
  • Tenaris
  • Welspun Corp

REPORT SYNOPSIS

REPORT SCOPEDETAILS
Market Forecast Years2024-2032
Base Year2023
Market Historical Years2018-2022
Forecast UnitsRevenue ($ Million)
Segments AnalyzedMaterial Type and Application
Geographies AnalyzedUnited States
Companies Analyzed3M Company, JM Eagle, McWane Ductile, Mueller Water Products, Saint-Gobain, Tenaris, Welspun Corp

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. RESEARCH SCOPE & METHODOLOGY
    1. STUDY OBJECTIVES
    2. METHODOLOGY
    3. ASSUMPTIONS & LIMITATIONS
  2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
    1. MARKET SIZE & ESTIMATES
    2. COUNTRY SNAPSHOT
    3. COUNTRY ANALYSIS 
    4. SCOPE OF STUDY
    5. CRISIS SCENARIO ANALYSIS
    6. MAJOR MARKET FINDINGS
  3. MARKET DYNAMICS
    1. KEY DRIVERS
      1. SURGE IN POPULATION EXPANSION
      2. EXPANDING CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
      3. RISE IN APPLICATIONS FOR WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
    2. KEY RESTRAINTS
      1. FLUCTUATING PRICES OF RAW MATERIALS
      2. ISSUES RELATED TO THE DISPOSAL OF PVC PIPES
  4. KEY ANALYTICS
    1. KEY MARKET TRENDS
      1. UPWARD TREND IN OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES
      2. EMBRACING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS
      3. ESCALATING POPULARITY OF GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATIONS
    2. PESTLE ANALYSIS
      1. POLITICAL
      2. ECONOMICAL
      3. SOCIAL
      4. TECHNOLOGICAL
      5. LEGAL
      6. ENVIRONMENT
    3. PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
      1. BUYERS POWER
      2. SUPPLIERS POWER
      3. SUBSTITUTION
      4. NEW ENTRANTS
      5. INDUSTRY RIVALRY
    4. MARKET CONCENTRATION ANALYSIS
    5. KEY BUYING CRITERIA
  5. MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE
    1. PLASTIC
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    2. COPPER
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    3. STEEL
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    4. DUCTILE IRON
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    5. CONCRETE
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
  6. MARKET BY APPLICATION
    1. DISTRIBUTION
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    2. TRANSMISSION
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
    3. OTHER APPLICATIONS
      1. MARKET FORECAST FIGURE
      2. SEGMENT ANALYSIS
  7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
    1. KEY STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS
      1. PRODUCT LAUNCHES & DEVELOPMENTS
      2. PARTNERSHIPS & AGREEMENTS
      3. BUSINESS EXPANSIONS & DIVESTITURES
    2. COMPANY PROFILES
      1. 3M COMPANY
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      2. JM EAGLE
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      3. MCWANE DUCTILE
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      4. MUELLER WATER PRODUCTS
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      5. SAINT-GOBAIN
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      6. TENARIS
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES  
      7. WELSPUN CORP
        1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
        2. PRODUCTS
        3. STRENGTHS & CHALLENGES

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 1: MARKET SNAPSHOT – POTABLE WATER PIPE

TABLE 2: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY MATERIAL TYPE, HISTORICAL YEARS, 2018-2022 (IN $ MILLION)

TABLE 3: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY MATERIAL TYPE, FORECAST YEARS, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

TABLE 4: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY APPLICATION, HISTORICAL YEARS, 2018-2022 (IN $ MILLION)

TABLE 5: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY APPLICATION, FORECAST YEARS, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

TABLE 6: LIST OF PRODUCT LAUNCHES & DEVELOPMENTS

TABLE 7: LIST OF PARTNERSHIPS & AGREEMENTS 

TABLE 8: LIST OF BUSINESS EXPANSIONS & DIVESTITURES

LIST OF FIGURES 

FIGURE 1: KEY MARKET TRENDS

FIGURE 2: PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS

FIGURE 3: MARKET CONCENTRATION ANALYSIS

FIGURE 4: KEY BUYING CRITERIA

FIGURE 5: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, GROWTH POTENTIAL, BY MATERIAL TYPE, IN 2023

FIGURE 6: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY PLASTIC, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 7: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY COPPER, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 8: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY STEEL, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 9: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY DUCTILE IRON, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 10: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY CONCRETE, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 11: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, GROWTH POTENTIAL, BY APPLICATION, IN 2023

FIGURE 12: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 13: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY TRANSMISSION, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

FIGURE 14: UNITED STATES POTABLE WATER PIPE MARKET, BY OTHER APPLICATIONS, 2024-2032 (IN $ MILLION)

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