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Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market Size, Share, & Growth Report by Type (Phenols and Derivatives, Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alcohol and Aldehydes, Biguanides and Amides, Iodine Compounds, Others), By Product (Enzymatic Cleaners, Medical Device Disinfectants, Surface Disinfectants), By Sales Channel (B2B, FMCG), By End User (Institutional user, Domestic user), and By Region – Global and Regional Industry Overview, Market Intelligence, Premium Insights, Complete Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecasts 2024 – 2032

In 2023, the global antiseptics and disinfectants market reached a value of USD 41.83 billion. Projections indicate substantial growth, with an estimated value of USD 97.04 billion by 2032. This anticipated expansion reflects a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 9.80% throughout the forecast period.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Overview

Key insights reveal a rising demand for hygiene solutions worldwide, driven by heightened awareness of infectious diseases. The healthcare sector remains a pivotal consumer, emphasizing stringent disinfection protocols. Innovations in product formulations and applications, coupled with increased regulatory emphasis on sanitization, contribute to market dynamics. The growing emphasis on public health and infection control underscores the sustained upward trajectory of the Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market.

Antiseptics and disinfectants are used to stop the spread of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms that can cause various diseases. Prevention of infectious diseases, including cholera, typhoid, the common cold, and dengue, largely depends on cleanliness. The market has expanded due to the many consumers choosing modern sanitation services and amenities. Higher levels of sanitation are required in places like residences, labs, and hospitals to stop the spread of infectious diseases. The demand for better antiseptics and disinfectants on the market has increased due to the rising prevalence of diseases with a life-threatening nature. Many older adults and children living in different parts of the world have increased the demand for improved disinfection products that offer protection against infectious diseases. The enormous number of people contracting infectious diseases globally has also emerged as a key driver of market expansion. As touch transmission was one of the ways to spread this infection, the pandemic epidemic significantly affected the expansion of the antiseptic and disinfectant business.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Drivers

One of the main drivers of market expansion is the rising occurrence of infectious diseases that might be fatal. Geographic populations living all over the world are susceptible to infectious diseases, so particular precautions must be taken to keep them healthy. The size of this sector has been greatly increased by the extensive research and development programs that the major industry players carry out to introduce new and efficient goods in the market. The significant expenditures that the leading market companies are making to raise the caliber of their products have also emerged as a vital factor in the market’s expansion.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Restraints

A key element for the efficient operation of the health care system is the presence of qualified specialists in the medical field. A lack of trained personnel hampers the healthcare system, and the anticipated outcomes are not achieved during the treatment process. The government has implemented several guidelines and regulations regarding the launch of antiseptic and disinfection products on the market. People’s health is directly impacted by new products manufactured to enter the market today; as such, their efficacy must be carefully examined. The market is faced with a significant issue because products that could damage the environment or people cannot be sanctioned.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Segmentation

The global antiseptics and disinfectants market has been segmented into type, product, sales channel, and end user.

Based on type, the market is divided into phenols and derivatives, quaternary ammonium compounds, alcohol, and aldehydes, biguanides, and amides, iodine compounds, and Others. Among these, the quaternary ammonium compounds segment led the market in 2023. The quaternary ammonium compounds segment is anticipated to have a commanding market share. The enzyme segment is anticipated to increase the fastest during the projection period. In healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics, quaternary ammonium compounds are frequently employed as disinfectants to clean surfaces and medical equipment that comes into touch with patients. Hospitals and clinics utilize enzyme-based disinfectants to clean their testing kits. In contrast to hospitals and clinics, research laboratories employ them more frequently. Growing R&D spending is anticipated to boost the number of research labs, which would, in turn, drive demand for the enzyme market. On the other hand, the phenols and derivatives segment is expected to grow faster in the market during the forecast period. Phenolic substances, such as heterocyclic phenol, are frequently used to treat viral infections, inflammatory illnesses, and other infectious diseases. The need for halogenated phenol and its derivatives is driven by the growing need to sterilize and disinfect the environment at homes, workplaces, and other areas.

Based on product, the market is classified into enzymatic cleaners, medical device disinfectants, and surface disinfectants. In 2023, the surface disinfectants category dominated the global market. Disinfection of surfaces is done to stop any virus or infection from sticking around and potentially harming people. The global need for surface disinfectants has increased, particularly considering the most recent pandemic, Covid-19. Benzalkonium chloride is used in surface disinfection sprays and solutions to protect surfaces from germs and viruses. Additionally, healthcare groups are promoting surface disinfection and making it a requirement. For instance, in a book of medical regulations titled Hygiene Requirements on Surface Cleaning and Disinfection, the German Federal Robert Koch Institute explains the significance of surface disinfectants. This is driving the antiseptics and disinfectants market’s surface disinfectant sector. On the other hand, the enzymatic cleansers segment is estimated to grow faster in the market during the forecast period. Enzymatic cleansers are frequently used to eliminate odor and are more effective on bacterial surfaces. In clinics and hospitals, it is frequently used to disinfect surgical instruments and test kits. Two significant factors influencing the sector are the number of surgical procedures and illnesses contracted while hospitalized. Enzyme cleaners’ non-pathogenic helpful microorganisms are efficient at displacing disease-causing pathogens without producing any negative side effects. Humans may occasionally be harmed by the antiseptic and disinfectant residue left behind. Enzymatic cleansers are employed in these situations. Therefore, throughout the projected period, the segment is expected to grow.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Regional Landscape

North America dominated the market for antiseptics and disinfectants in 2021. Because of the enormous consumption noted in the healthcare industry, the market has significantly expanded thanks to different government programs that have facilitated various improvements in the healthcare industry. The sizeable geriatric population is a significant driving force behind the market’s growth in this area. Due to the increased prevalence of various diseases in the elderly age range, the market is expanding rapidly. The fast improvements in the healthcare industry have made the area a significant market for sanitation techniques. In this area, modern antiseptic and disinfection products are used.

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market: Competitive Landscape

Some of the main competitors dominating the global antiseptics and disinfectants market include- Steris Plc, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, 3M, Reckitt Benckiser, Bio-Cide International, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Cardinal Health, and BD.

Recent Developments

  • February 2022-P&G introduced Microband 24, a new brand of disinfectant, in the UK in. This provides defense against COVID-19 and flumes in addition to several viruses and germs.
  • October 2020-Sceptre Medical India, a major producer of antiseptics and disinfectants, increased its production capacity to boost sales in the U.K. and U.S. markets.

The Global Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market is segmented as follows:

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market by Type

  1. Phenols and derivatives
  2. Quaternary ammonium compounds
  3. Alcohol and aldehydes
  4. Biguanides and amides
  5. iodine compounds
  6. Others

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market by Product

  1. Enzymatic Cleaners
  2. Medical Device Disinfectants
  3. Surface Disinfectants

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market by Sales Channel

  1. B2B
  2. FMCG

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market by End User

  1. Institutional user
  2. Domestic user

Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market by Region

  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • France
    • The UK
    • Spain
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • New Zealand
    • Australia
    • South Korea
    • Southeast Asia
    • Rest of Southeast Asia
  • The Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Egypt
    • Kuwait
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of Latin America
Antiseptics and Disinfectants Market Report Scope
Report AttributeDetails
Market Size Value in 2023USD 41.83 billion
Revenue Forecast in 2032USD 97.04 billion
Growth RateCAGR of 9.8 % from 2024 to 2032
Base Year for Estimation2023
Historical Data2018 – 2023
Forecast Years2024 – 2032
Quantitative UnitsRevenue in USD million and CAGR from 2024 to 2032
Report CoverageRevenue forecast, company ranking, Trends
competitive landscape, and growth factors
Segments CoveredTypes, Products, Sales Channels, End Users, and Regions
Regional ScopeNorth America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Country ScopeU.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico and Others
Key Companies ProfiledSteris Plc, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, 3M, Reckitt Benckiser, Bio-Cide International, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Cardinal Health, BD

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The main reasons anticipated to propel the antiseptics and disinfectants market during the forecast period. the expansion of the market for antiseptics and disinfectants is the rising incidence of HAIs brought on by a lack of sanitation and precaution.
According to the report, the global antiseptics and disinfectants market size was worth USD 41.83 billion in 2023 and is estimated to grow to USD 97.04 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9.80 percent over the forecast period.
North America dominated the market for antiseptics and disinfectants in 2023 because of the enormous consumption noted in the healthcare industry.
Some of the main competitors dominating the global antiseptics and disinfectants market include – Steris Plc, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, 3M, Reckitt Benckiser, Bio-Cide International, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Cardinal Health, BD.

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