The India copper pipes and tubes market size reached 0.50 Million Tons in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 0.60 Million Tons by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.20% during 2025-2033. The rising product demand across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial applications, expanding infrastructure development, government initiatives like Smart Cities, and expansion in renewable energy and healthcare are strengthening market growth. Additionally, copper’s superior thermal conductivity, recyclability, and durability are further boosting market demand.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | 0.50 Million Tons |
Market Forecast in 2033 | 0.60 Million Tons |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 2.20% |
Rising Demand from HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
The growing adoption of air conditioning and refrigeration systems across the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors is fueling the demand for copper pipes and tubes in India. The country’s HVAC market is projected to expand at a robust CAGR of 16.16% from 2025 to 2033, driven by copper's superior thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. Rapid urbanization is another key factor, with over 40% of India’s population expected to reside in urban areas by 2030, increasing the need for HVAC solutions in smart cities, commercial complexes, and residential developments. Government initiatives, such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), and large-scale infrastructure investments, further support this trend by promoting housing and commercial projects equipped with modern climate control systems. Additionally, rising global temperatures and increasing consumer spending on home appliances continue to accelerate HVAC market expansion, reinforcing the demand for copper pipes due to their efficiency in heat transfer and long-term durability. These factors collectively position the copper pipes and tubes market for sustained growth in the coming years.
Growth in Plumbing and Industrial Applications
The growing preference for sustainable and durable plumbing solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial applications is a key driver of India's copper pipes and tubes market. The plumbing sector is undergoing a significant shift from PVC to copper pipes due to their antimicrobial properties and extended lifespan. India's plumbing industry is expanding rapidly, with apparent copper demand reaching 1,522 kt in FY2022/2023, marking a 16% increase from the previous year. The industrial sector also plays a crucial role in market growth, with India importing US$ 817 million worth of copper pipes in 2023, making it the world's second-largest importer. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, and chemicals increasingly rely on copper tubes for fluid transportation due to their corrosion resistance and high-pressure tolerance. Additionally, stricter environmental and hygiene regulations are accelerating copper pipe adoption in critical sectors like water treatment and healthcare.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on finish type, outer diameter, and end-user.
Finish Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the finish type. This includes LWC grooved, straight length, pancake, and LWC plain.
Outer Diameter Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the outer diameter have also been provided in the report. This includes 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 Inch, 3/4, 7/8, 1 Inch, and above 1 Inch.
End-User Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end-user. This includes HVAC, industrial heat exchanger, plumbing, electrical, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million Tons |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Finish Types Covered | LWC Grooved, Straight Length, Pancake, LWC Plain |
Outer Diameters Covered | 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 Inch, 3/4, 7/8, 1 Inch, Above 1 Inch |
End-Users Covered | HVAC, Industrial Heat Exchanger, Plumbing, Electrical, Others |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |