Disinfectant Spray Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Conventional, Organic), By Distribution Channel (B2B, B2C), By Region (North America, Europe, APAC, CSA, MEA), And Segment Forecasts, 2022 - 2030

Report Overview 

The global disinfectant spray market size was valued at USD 9.1 billion in 2021 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2% from 2022 to 2030. A rise in hospital-acquired infections such as central line-associated bloodstream infections, surgical site infections, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, and ventilator-associated pneumonia is expected to have a positive impact on the market over the forecast period. Moreover, the increasing focus on adopting a healthy and hygienic lifestyle is anticipated to boost market growth further.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a positive impact on the disinfectant spray industry. The outbreak of COVID-19 has created extensive demand for disinfectant spray across hospitals, nursing homes, and households. Companies have been responding positively to the crisis by increasing the supply of disinfectant sprays and offering it through both offline and online mediums, as household consumers preferred online shopping over offline, owing to safety concerns.

An increase in demand for disinfecting air and surface due to the presence of coronavirus across the globe is one of the major factors driving the market for disinfectant sprays. In April 2020, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control released a list of disinfectant sprays that were effective against COVID-19 and guidance for disinfecting public spaces, workplaces, businesses, schools, and homes, and falls in line with the Opening up America Again guidelines, that promoted the adoption of disinfectant sprays across North America.

Furthermore, according to the CDC, in the U.S. alone, HAIs (Hospital Acquired Infections) account for an estimated 1.7 million infections and 99,000 associated deaths each year, out of which, 32% are UTIs, 22% are surgical site infections, 15% are lung infections, and 14% are bloodstream infections. Among these, UTI is one the most common HAI diagnosed among patients, for which strict rules have been authorized by governments around the world. With the rise in hospital-acquired infections across the globe, there is a rise in demand for disinfectant spray to reduce such infections.

The online B2C distribution channel has significantly changed the shopping habits of people as it offers benefits such as doorstep delivery, easy payment methods, heavy discounts, and the availability of a wide selection of disinfectants on a single platform. Key players in the market for disinfectant spray are increasingly launching e-commerce websites in large lucrative markets owing to the rising internet penetration and increasing propensity of mobile shopping among consumers.

Type Insights

The conventional segment dominated the disinfectant spray market and held the largest revenue share of 84.7% in 2021 and is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Conventional disinfectant sprays refer to air and surface disinfectants that kill more than 60 types of organisms instantly with more than 60% alcohol content. Owing to the rise of HAIs across the globe, hospitals are adhering to strict infection prevention practices that promote the adoption of disinfectant spray. For instance, in U.S. Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals, the number of infection prevention practices increased to 12 between 2005 and 2017 and 92% to 100% of VA hospitals reported regular adherence to key infection prevention practices. Such initiatives by medical facilities are anticipated to boost the growth of conventional disinfectant sprays.

However, the organic segment is projected to register a CAGR of 8.6% in the market for disinfectant spray from 2022 to 2030. Organic or natural disinfectant sprays have germ-fighting, antifungal, and antibacterial abilities but do not contain any alcohol or bleach. In addition, a rise in demand for environment-friendly products with no adverse effects is driving the market. The rising focus of major manufacturers, such as AIRZAI and Organic Harvest, in expanding their organic disinfectant spray portfolio, is leading to the growth of this segment.

Distribution Channel Insights

The B2B distribution channel segment dominated the market for disinfectant spray and accounted for the largest revenue share of over 63.7% in 2021. The demand for B2B channel is driven by a rise in demand for disinfectant sprays from hospitals, nursing homes, and medical laboratories, among others. The number of patients increased up to twice in 2020, owing to the COVID-19 crisis. Furthermore, the new pandemic peak comes as the Delta and Omicron variants are spreading simultaneously across the U.S., and cases in the country increased roughly 60% in December 2021, largely because of the Omicron variant.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there has been a rise in the patient count since the new Omicron variant and approximately 77,000 Americans were hospitalized with COVID-19 in December 2021. U.S. states such as Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, and Virginia witnessed a weekly increase in the patient count of 20% or more in mid-December 2021. With the rise in hospitalization, there is a rise in demand for disinfecting all hospital surfaces and environments for every new patient getting hospitalized, which, in turn, is leading to increased adoption of disinfectant sprays by the end-users belonging to the B2B channel.

The B2C distribution channel segment is anticipated to witness a higher CAGR of 8.8% during the forecast period. The rise in demand for disinfecting household surfaces owing to the risk of contamination of coronavirus has led to a rise in the adoption of disinfectants among end-users. Furthermore, post COVID-19 crisis, online platforms have offered significant advantages to consumers, such as freedom of selection, conventional and organic disinfectant spray prices, and high visibility of international brands, which makes them a suitable platform for all types of customers. Online platforms offered a more convenient and safer platform than convenience stores, during the pandemic and lockdown restrictions, which was one of the major factors for the demand for disinfectant spray from the online B2C distribution channels.

Regional Insights 

North America dominated the market for disinfectant spray and accounted for the largest revenue share of over 33.4% in 2021. The presence of well-established disinfectant spray manufacturers in North America, such as Clorox Company, 3M, and Procter and Gamble is another factor expected to support demand. Asia Pacific is expected to witness a CAGR of 9.4% from 2022 to 2030. The rising guidelines for infection prevention in India, China, and Japan, both of which are backed by regulatory support, are expected to ensure continuous demand for disinfectant spray and thus, be a positive factor for the market in Asia Pacific over the forecast period.

Furthermore, Asia Pacific accounts for the largest number of hospitals across the globe. Based on a study by World Bank, Japan accounts for the highest number of hospital establishments across the globe as of 2020. In Europe, the market is expected to witness a CAGR of 7.9% from 2022 to 2030. Based on a study by ACS Health and Safety Organization, between March 2020 to February 2021, more than 60.0% increase in sales of hand sanitizers and disinfectants were observed in European countries such as the U.K. and Germany, owing to the rise in demand for COVID-19 infection prevention. Thus, the rise in the adoption of disinfecting sprays in Europe is anticipated to fuel the market demand during the forecast period.

Key Companies & Market Share Insights

The market is characterized by the presence of a few established players and new entrants. Companies have been expanding their production capabilities to widen their supply thereby enhancing their consumer base. Key market players focus on strategies such as strategic partnerships, innovation, and new product launches to enhance their product portfolio and customer base in the market.

• In March 2021, Clorox Company partnered with Cleveland Clinic and CDC to offer disinfectant sprays and best practices for cleaning and disinfecting to a number of U.S.-based clients, such as United Airlines, Uber Technologies, Inc., Enterprise Holdings car rental brands and transportation services, and AMC Theatres. This helped the company in expanding its consumer base across North America.

• In November 2020, 3M, launched TB Quat disinfectant spray that has been approved by EPA for kill claims against the virus that causes COVID-19. The aim of this was to help 3M enhance its product portfolio

• In October 2020, Procter & Gamble launched Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray, a disinfectant spray approved by EPA for use against COVID-19 virus. This helped the company in expanding its product portfolio.

Some of the prominent players in the disinfectant spray market include: -

• Reckitt Benckiser Group

• Ecolab Inc.

• Procter and Gamble

• 3M

• Gojo Industries Inc.

• Whiteley Corporation

• Kimberly- Clark

• S.C. Johnson & Son Inc.

• Medline Industries

• Clorox Company

Disinfectant Spray Market Report Scope

Segments Covered in the Report 

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2030. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global disinfectant spray market report on the basis of type, distribution channel, and region:

• Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Conventional

  • Organic

• Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • B2B

    • Hospitals

    • Nursing Homes

    • Medical Laboratories

    • Others

  • B2C

    • Hypermarkets & Supermarkets

    • Convenience Stores

    • Online

    • Others

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada

  • Europe

    • Germany

    • U.K.

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • India

    • Japan

  • Central & South America

    • Brazil

  • Middle East & Africa

    • UAE

    • South Africa