North America Surface Disinfectant Market

North America Surface Disinfectant Market Size (2023 to 2028)

The size of the North America Surface Disinfectant Market was around USD 1.91 billion in 2023. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.64% to reach USD 2.76 billion by 2028. It captures 35% of the global market. The use of surface disinfectant is high in North America since it is a highly developed region, has a robust healthcare setup, and people are acutely aware of healthcare.

The growing demand from medical facilities is driving the North American surface disinfectant market. Due to the rising number of medical procedures, the need for hygiene and prevention of infections has increased the sale of surface disinfectant in the region. Also, strict laws and regulations regarding surface disinfectants are further boosting the market share. The increased usage of surface disinfectants in healthcare facilities for sanitation and hygiene will propel the market.

The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases in the United States and Canada in the past few years is driving the market share forward. The rise in the geriatric population will significantly alter the healthcare facilities and elevate the North American surface disinfectant market due to their weakness against hospital-acquired illness.

The growing adoption of bio-based surface disinfectants in the healthcare industry is providing an opportunity for the key players in the market. Because they are harmless, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly, they are seen as substitutes for chemical-based disinfectants. With the approval by the FDA regarding the use of biobased material for producing surface disinfectants, substantial market growth opportunities in the region are anticipated.

Irregularities in the application of standard disinfectant techniques by users are restricting the expansion of the North American surface disinfectant market. Cleaning is a multifaceted infection prevention and control intervention that calls for an all-encompassing strategy in environmental and healthcare settings. In environmental and medical settings, cleaning is a complex infection prevention and control measure that necessitates a complete approach. Training and monitoring of cleaning staff should align with healthcare facility policies and national guidelines, ensuring proper display of SOPs in key areas.

The harmful properties of surface disinfectants are one of the major challenges facing companies. Today, the majority of chemical disinfectants on the market have harmful qualities. For instance, sodium hypochlorite is an effective remedy for blood-borne infections, but it poses a risk to building occupants and cleaning staff because it is extremely corrosive, harmful to the respiratory system, and is not environmentally friendly. Due to the regular use of surface disinfectants, the volatile organic compounds present will create severe health problems. For instance, around 15 percent of the general public, as well as more than 30 percent of asthma patients, suffered health problems in a room cleaned with scented disinfectant.

Impact of COVID-19 on the North America Surface Disinfectant Market:

COVID-19 significantly increased the demand for surface disinfectant products in the region. After the COVID-19 breakout, the virus rapidly spread to every region, infecting millions of people. Because of the increased demand for disinfectants, businesses had to boost their production. Disinfection practices significantly reduced the spread of the COVID-19 virus in non-healthcare places like homes, schools, offices, and markets. This resulted in a growth in demand for surface disinfectants.

This research report on the North American surface disinfectant market has been segmented & sub-segmented into the following categories:

By Formulation: 

• Wipe
• Liquid
• Spray

The liquid segment is growing at an exponential rate in the past few years. Liquids are more popular because they are easy to use, economical, and effective against infections. The wide range of industrial and residential uses for these materials is driving the growth of the liquid segment in the region. Liquid surface disinfectants are commonly found in low-viscosity liquids and gels and are used to clean contaminated surfaces.

By Type: 

• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
• Phenol
• Chlorhexidine Gluconate
• Alcohol
• Aldehyde

The alcohol segment holds the biggest market share under this category. Due to the wide adoption of alcohol-based disinfectants and their capacity to evaporate quickly and kill germs, the demand is increasing in the region. Because of its cleaning and antibacterial qualities, the product is anticipated to become more widely used during the projection period, which will drive product business growth. Because of its cleaning and antibacterial qualities, the surface disinfectant is anticipated to grow during the forecast period.

By Application: 

• In-house
• Instrument

The In-house segment is the largest market in this category, with a significant growth rate owing to the increase in demand for routine cleaning and disinfection.

By End-User: 

• Hospitals
• Laboratories

The hospital segment registered the maximum market share in the North American surface disinfectant market. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness of sanitation and hygiene, which has increased the demand for surface disinfectants in hospital settings.

By Region: 

• The United States
• Canada
• Rest of North America

The United States surface disinfectant market is the dominant market with maximum market share in the region. The increase in the prevalence of respiratory diseases and rising healthcare spending is propelling the demand for surface disinfectants in the country.

Canada's surface disinfectant market is anticipated to grow at a faster growth rate. The increasing disinfection process in public places and the increase in chronic diseases in hospitals and other facilities are driving the North American surface disinfectant market value.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS:

Some of the key market players dominating the North American surface disinfectant market analyzed in this report are 3M Company, Procter & Gamble, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, The Clorox Company, Sealed Air Corporation., Steris Corporation, Cantel Medical Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, and Ecolab.