In 2023, the global surface disinfectant market reached a value of USD 5.85 billion and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% from 2024 to 2030. This growth is driven by several factors, including changing lifestyles in developing economies, a rising awareness among livestock farmers about animal diseases, and the importance of disinfection in livestock farms. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increased focus on hygiene and sanitation worldwide, which has led to a surge in demand for surface disinfectants, sanitizers, and cleaning products. This heightened awareness of cleanliness to prevent illness has greatly fueled the demand for products that effectively eliminate germs and viruses from surfaces, positively influencing the market's expansion.
Surface disinfectants primarily rely on raw materials that are by-products of the petroleum industry, and manufacturers in Europe, North America, and China are major sources of these ingredients. However, a shift towards eco-friendly products has led to a growing interest in biodegradable disinfectants to prevent chemical-related toxicity. These bio-based disinfectants are made from cheaper, more accessible materials compared to traditional chemicals, and as a result, they are expected to surpass conventional petroleum-based disinfectants in demand in the near future.
Since the pandemic, the market has seen a slight to moderate increase in surface disinfectant prices. The surge in demand due to COVID-19, along with an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), is driving market growth, especially in developed regions like North America and Europe. Additionally, government initiatives and strict regulations on disinfection and sterilization practices have further boosted demand for these products in healthcare, food processing, and various public sectors.
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Composition Segmentation Insights:
In 2023, chemical disinfectants dominated the surface disinfectant market, accounting for over 90% of the revenue. Their widespread use can be attributed to the effectiveness of chemical agents like hydrogen peroxide, which is commonly utilized in the food packaging industry and healthcare facilities to disinfect surfaces. The use of other chemicals, such as quaternary ammonium compounds and alcohols, is also anticipated to support market growth due to their proven efficacy.
Chemical disinfectants are generally divided into two categories: oxidizing and non-oxidizing disinfectants. Non-oxidizing disinfectants include aldehydes, amphoteric phenolics, alcohols, and quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs). They are further classified into three main levels based on their efficacy: low-level disinfectants (e.g., QAC, phenolic compounds), intermediate-level disinfectants (e.g., iodine, alcohols, iodophores, hypochlorites), and high-level disinfectants (e.g., ortho-phthalaldehyde, hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, formaldehyde, and glutaraldehyde). Each level offers a different degree of antimicrobial activity, enabling industries and healthcare facilities to select products that align with their specific disinfection needs.
Bio-based surface disinfectants are emerging as a viable alternative to chemical disinfectants due to their non-toxic, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly properties. With the FDA’s approval of bio-based products for commercial use and the formulation of surface disinfectants, bio-based disinfectants present a considerable opportunity for market players. The growing application scope of these eco-friendly disinfectants, coupled with their potential to replace chemical disinfectants at cost-effective levels, is expected to create substantial market opportunities for both existing participants and new entrants.
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