Relatório global de análise do tamanho, quota e tendências do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool – visão geral do setor e previsão para 2031

Análise do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool

O mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool está a assistir a um crescimento significativo devido a formulações e sistemas de administração avançados. Inovações como dispensadores sem toque, maior eficácia contra um espectro mais amplo de agentes patogénicos e opções ecológicas estão a impulsionar a procura. O aumento das infeções associadas aos cuidados de saúde e a maior sensibilização para a higiene pós-pandemia impulsionam ainda mais a expansão do mercado, posicionando estes desinfectantes como cruciais na manutenção dos padrões de saúde pública.

Tamanho do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool

O tamanho global do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool foi avaliado em 2,71 mil milhões de dólares em 2023 e deverá atingir os 6,47 mil milhões de dólares até 2031, com um CAGR de 11,50% durante o período de previsão de 2024 a 2031. Além dos insights sobre cenários de mercado como como valor de mercado, taxa de crescimento, segmentação, cobertura geográfica e grandes players, os relatórios de mercado com curadoria da Data Bridge Market Research também incluem análises especializadas aprofundadas, produção e capacidade da empresa representada geograficamente, layouts de rede de distribuidores e parceiros, análise detalhada e atualizada das tendências de preços e análise do défice da cadeia de abastecimento e da procura.

Tendências do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool

“Crescente procura higiene e sanitização”

A crescente consciencialização e procura por higiene e higienização, especialmente pós-pandemia, está a impulsionar significativamente o crescimento do mercado de desinfetantes à base de álcool. Esta tendência é alimentada pela necessidade de soluções de desinfeção eficazes em ambientes de saúde, comerciais e residenciais. Exemplos específicos incluem o aumento das medidas de prevenção de infecções adquiridas nos hospitais e o aumento da utilização dos transportes públicos e das escolas. Por exemplo, de acordo com a OCDE (Organização para a Cooperação e Desenvolvimento Económico), a pandemia da COVID-19 levou a um aumento acentuado das despesas com a saúde, com o rácio médio das despesas com a saúde em relação ao PIB a aumentar de 8,8% em 2019 para 9,7% em 2019. 2020 nos países da OCDE. Os gastos com os cuidados de saúde do Reino Unido aumentaram de 10,2% em 2019 para 12,8% em 2020, enquanto os da Eslovénia aumentaram de 8,5% para mais de 10%. Este aumento das despesas com a saúde sublinha a necessidade de uma higienização adequada nos hospitais, impulsionando a procura de álcool metílico, etílico e isopropílico nos desinfetantes.

Âmbito do relatório e segmentação de mercado       

Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market Definition

Alcohol-based disinfectants are solutions containing ethanol, isopropanol, or n-propanol. They are effective in killing a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, by denaturing their proteins and disrupting cell membranes. Commonly used in healthcare and personal hygiene products, these disinfectants are fast-acting, evaporate quickly, and are ideal for sanitizing hands and surfaces.

Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Alcohol-Based Disinfectants High Efficacy Against Pathogens

Alcohol-based disinfectants are highly effective against a broad spectrum of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. For instance, hand sanitizers containing 60-70% alcohol can kill 99.9% of germs, including the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for COVID-19. This high level of efficacy makes them a preferred choice in both healthcare settings and everyday use, significantly driving market demand.

• Growing Prevalence of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs)

The rising prevalence of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) such as MRSA and C. difficile necessitates stringent disinfection practices in healthcare settings. For instance, hospitals with high HAI rates, such as those in the U.S., implement rigorous disinfection protocols to control infections. This drives the increased use of alcohol-based disinfectants, as they are highly effective in killing pathogens. Consequently, the demand for these products in healthcare facilities continues to grow.

Opportunities

• Growing Demand from Non-Healthcare Sectors

The growing demand for alcohol-based disinfectants in non-healthcare sectors, such as food processing and hospitality, presents significant market opportunities. For instance, restaurants and food manufacturers are adopting these disinfectants to maintain hygiene standards and prevent contamination. Similarly, hotels and households increasingly use alcohol-based products for cleanliness and safety. This expansion into diverse sectors beyond healthcare boosts market potential and drives further growth in the alcohol-based disinfectants industry.

• Innovation in Product Formulations

Continuous innovation in alcohol-based disinfectants, such as the development of scented and skin-friendly versions, creates significant market opportunities. For instance, in July 2024, Ecolab introduced a groundbreaking disinfectant wipe, known as 1 Wipe, which is the first to receive EPA approval for hospital disinfection while being entirely free of plastic. This innovative product is easily degradable and crafted solely from wood pulp fibers.

 Restraints/Challenges

• Flammability Issue in Alcohol-Based Disinfectants

Alcohol-based disinfectants are highly flammable, posing significant risks during storage and transportation. This flammability requires stringent safety measures, which increase both costs and logistical complexity. The added safety protocols and potential for hazardous incidents can deter their use and limit alcohol based disinfectants market growth. The need for specialized handling and storage facilities further complicates the widespread adoption of alcohol-based disinfectants.

• Skin Irritation Concerns

Excessive use of alcohol-based disinfectants can cause skin irritation and dryness, particularly for sensitive skin. This irritation and potential allergic reactions limit the product’s appeal and usage. Individuals with sensitive skin may avoid these disinfectants, impacting overall market adoption. Consequently, this health concern acts as a significant restraint, hindering the growth and widespread acceptance of alcohol-based disinfectants in various sectors.

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Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market Scope

The market is segmented on the basis of product, usage form, end-use, and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Product

• N-Propyl Alcohol
• Methyl Alcohol
• Ethyl Alcohol
• Isopropyl Alcohol

 Usage Form

• Spray
•  Gel
• Wipes
• Liquid

 End-Use

• Residential
• Commercial
  • Hospitals
  •  Commercial Buildings
  •  Schools
  • Office Spaces
• Industrial
  • Agricultural
  • Food and Beverage
  • Others

  Application

• Sanitizers
• Clinical Devices
• Clinical Surfaces

Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market Regional Analysis

The market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by product, usage form, end-use, and application as referenced above.

The countries covered in the market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.

North America is expected to dominate the alcohol based disinfectants market due to rising demand in the medical sector for equipment sanitization. The increasing incidence of hospital-acquired infections and stringent government regulations further fuel alcohol based disinfectants market growth in the region.

Asia-Pacific is expected to show significant growth in the alcohol-based disinfectants market due to rising consumer disposable income, increasing population, and rapid industrialization and urbanization. These factors contribute to heightened demand for hygiene products, driving market expansion across the region during the forecast period.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market Share

The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.

Some of the major players operating in the market are:

• Stepan Company (U.S.)
• Dow (U.S.)
• 3M (U.S.)
• DuPont (U.S.)
• Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
• P&G (U.S.)
• SABIC (Saudi Arabia)
• The Clorox Company (U.S.)
• LANXESS (Germany)
•  Kao Corporation (Japan)
• Ecolab (U.S.)
• Spartan Chemical Company, Inc.  (U.S.)
• Johnson & Johnson Private Limited (India)
• BODE Chemie GmbH (Germany)
• ACURO ORGANICS LIMITED (India)
• Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (U.K.)
• JAINAM INVAMED PVT. LTD. (India)

Latest Developments in Alcohol Based Disinfectants Market

• Em maio de 2023, o American Cleaning Institute (AIC) publicou recomendações atualizadas para a utilização de desinfetantes à base de álcool em ambientes comerciais. As suas diretrizes abrangem práticas de seleção, aplicação e eliminação, com o objetivo de melhorar a prevenção de infeções e a segurança para clientes, visitantes e trabalhadores de diversos setores.
• Em abril de 2023, a Organização Internacional de Normalização (ISO) introduziu uma nova norma para desinfetantes para as mãos à base de álcool . Esta norma abrange os requisitos de segurança, rotulagem e desempenho, garantindo que os desinfetantes cumprem os critérios internacionais de eficácia e segurança do utilizador
• Em março de 2023, a Organização Mundial de Saúde (OMS) divulgou novas diretrizes para desinfetantes para as mãos à base de álcool, especificamente para ambientes de saúde. As recomendações abordam a seleção, utilização e eliminação seguras destes desinfetantes para reduzir os riscos de infeção e promover práticas de higiene eficazes em ambientes de cuidados de saúde
• Em fevereiro de 2023, a Comissão Europeia estabeleceu novas regras para os biocidas, incluindo os desinfetantes à base de álcool. Os regulamentos centram-se em procedimentos de registo e autorização adequados para garantir que os desinfetantes são ambientalmente seguros e eficazes, minimizando qualquer potencial dano para a saúde humana e para o ambiente.
• Em janeiro de 2023, a FDA (EUA) introduziu novas regulamentações para desinfetantes para as mãos à base de álcool, com foco em práticas atualizadas para a sua formulação, produção e testes. Estas orientações visam aumentar a segurança e a eficácia destes desinfectantes, garantindo que cumprem elevados padrões de saúde pública.

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