Global Disinfectants Market is estimated to be valued at USD 10.43 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 17.09 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 10.43 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
7.30%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 17.09 Bn
Figure. Disinfectants Market Share (%), By Region 2025
The global disinfectants market has been growing at a steady pace in the past few years. Disinfectants are antimicrobial substances that are applied on surfaces or used to sanitize objects and environments to destroy or irreversibly inactivate infectious microorganisms. They play a crucial role in protecting human health by destroying or inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, tuberculosis, fungi, etc. Increasing awareness about health, hygiene, and sanitation along with risks of hospital acquired infections is driving the demand for disinfectants worldwide. Various types of disinfectants available in the market include chlorine compounds, quaternary ammonium compounds, hydrogen peroxide, per acetic acid, etc. that are used across industries like healthcare, food & beverage, residential, and commercial, among others.
Market Dynamics:
The global disinfectants market is expected to grow at a robust pace during the forecast period from 2025 to 2032 Some key factors driving the market growth include increasing risk of hospital acquired infections, growing healthcare industry and expenditure worldwide, rising awareness about hygiene and sanitation, and outbreak of infectious diseases. However, stringent regulations pertaining to the of certain chemicals in disinfectants and availability of alternative green disinfectants are expected to restrain the market growth. Adoption of advanced disinfectant technologies like electromagnetic surface disinfection and UV-C surface disinfection are expected to present new opportunities for key players in the coming years. North America represented the largest regional market followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. Growing healthcare infrastructure and spending on infection control in developing economies of Asia Pacific is likely to boost the demand for disinfectants.
Key Features of the Study:
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global disinfectants market, and provides market size (US$ Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global disinfectants market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include PDI, Inc., 3M, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Procter & Gamble , The Clorox Company , Steris PLC, Ecolab Inc. , Johnson & Johnson, Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc, Lonza, GOJO Industries, Inc., Spartan Chemical Company, Inc., W.W. Grainger, Inc., Medline Industries, LP., BODE Chemie GmbH, CCM GMBH, Aditya Birla Chemicals, Carenowmedical, Whiteley , B Braun, Sanichem , and Intercare
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global disinfectants market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global disinfectants market
Detailed Segmentation-
By Product Type:
Oxidizing Agents
Sodium Hypochlorite
Chlorine Dioxide
Hydrogen Peroxide
Peracetic Acid
Others
Phenolic
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Aldehydes
Others
By End-use Industry:
Healthcare
Hospitals and Clinics
Diagnostic Laboratories
Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
Academic and Research Institutes
Others
Food & Beverages
Chemical Processing Industry
Others
By Region:
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Company Profiles:
PDI, Inc.
3M
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
Procter & Gamble
The Clorox Company
Steris PLC
Ecolab Inc.
Johnson & Johnson
Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc
Lonza
GOJO Industries, Inc.
Spartan Chemical Company, Inc.
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Medline Industries, LP.
BODE Chemie GmbH
CCM GMBH
Aditya Birla Chemicals
Carenowmedical
Whiteley
B Braun
Sanichem
Intercare
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Product Type
Market Snippet, By End-use Industry
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Five Forces Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Industry Trend
Mergers and Acquisitions
4. Global Disinfectants Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Overview
Factors Affecting the Global Disinfectants Market
Impact Analysis
5. Global Disinfectants Market, By Product Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Oxidizing Agents
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Sub Segment Trends
Sodium Hypochlorite
Chlorine Dioxide
Hydrogen Peroxide
Peracetic Acid
Others
Phenolic
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Aldehydes
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Others
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
6. Global Disinfectants Market, By End-use Industry, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Healthcare
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Sub Segment Trends
Hospitals and Clinics
Diagnostic Laboratories
Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
Academic and Research Institutes
Others
Food & Beverages
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Chemical Processing Industry
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Others
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
7. Global Disinfectants Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021-2032
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End-use Industry, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT))
Market Size and Forecast, By End-use Industry, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End-use Industry, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End-use Industry, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End-use Industry, 2020 - 2032 (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)