India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market

India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market Size and Share: 

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.

India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market Trends:

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.

India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market Segmentation:

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:

• LWC Grooved
• Straight Length
• Pancake
• LWC Plain

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:

• 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 Inch
• 3/4, 7/8, 1 Inch
• Above 1 Inch

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:

• HVAC
• Industrial Heat Exchanger
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Others

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:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

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.

Competitive Landscape:

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.

India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market News:

• January 2025: Sajjan Jindal's JSW company announced its debut into the copper market, signing a Mine Operator and Developer (MDO) deal for two mining blocks in Jharkhand. The project entails operationalizing two mines and establishing a copper concentrator facility, which will increase supplies for pipe manufacture.
• September 2024: Birla Copper, a unit of Hindalco Industries, established a ₹450 crore copper tube manufacturing factory in Vadodara, Gujarat, with an initial capacity of 25,000 tons, extendable to 75,000 tons. Additionally, the company is researching unique alloys for high-speed rail applications.
• March 2024: Adani Group launched the first phase of the world's largest single-location copper production factory in Mundra, Gujarat, with the goal of reducing India's reliance on imports and assisting with the energy transition. The factory will produce 0.5 million tons of refined copper per year, with full-scale 1 million tons capacity predicted by FY29, boosting the supply for pipe manufacture. 

India Copper Pipes and Tubes Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India copper pipes and tubes market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India copper pipes and tubes market on the basis of finish type?
• What is the breakup of the India copper pipes and tubes market on the basis of outer diameter?
• What is the breakup of the India copper pipes and tubes market on the basis of end-user?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India copper pipes and tubes market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India copper pipes and tubes market?
• What is the structure of the India copper pipes and tubes market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India copper pipes and tubes market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India copper pipes and tubes market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India copper pipes and tubes market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India copper pipes and tubes industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.