Fabric Antibacterial Spray Global Market Report 2025

The fabric antibacterial spray market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.8 billion in 2024 to $0.9 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand for eco-friendly products, rising contamination of textiles, expansion of e-commerce platforms, rising infectious diseases, and increasing use of alcohol-based sanitizer.

The fabric antibacterial spray market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.48 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for hygiene products, increasing use of antibacterial textiles, increased emphasis on cleanliness and hygiene, increase in hospital-acquired infections, and expansion of electrostatic sprayers. Major trends in the forecast period include emerging new fabric technologies, emerging new formulations, using nanotechnologies, using plant-based extracts, and development of antibacterial home sanitizing products.

The forecast of 13.3% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.3% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US by increasing costs for hygiene and medical supplies, as active antimicrobial ingredients are primarily imported from India and Switzerland. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The rise in hospital-acquired infections is anticipated to drive the growth of the fabric antibacterial spray market in the future. Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also known as healthcare-associated infections, are infections that patients acquire while receiving medical care in a healthcare facility, such as a hospital, and are not present or incubating at the time of admission. These infections typically develop 48 hours or more after being admitted to the healthcare setting. The increase in HAIs is largely due to factors such as antibiotic resistance among pathogens and lapses in infection control practices within healthcare facilities. Fabric antibacterial sprays can help reduce HAIs by effectively disinfecting textiles and surfaces, thereby minimizing the transmission of pathogens in healthcare environments. This can complement existing infection control measures and contribute to a safer hospital environment for both patients and staff. For example, according to the California Department of Public Health, a US-based state agency, hospitals reported 655 vancomycin-resistant enterococci bloodstream infections (VRE BSI) in 2022, which was 144 more than in 2021, representing a 23% increase in incidence rate compared to the previous year. Therefore, the growing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections is driving the fabric antibacterial spray market.

Major players in the fabric antibacterial spray market are focusing on using plant-based extracts such as thymol and citric acid to differentiate their products. These natural antimicrobial agents are both effective and environmentally friendly, appealing to eco-conscious consumers and catering to the growing preference for sustainable products. For instance, in December 2023, Polygiene Group, a Sweden-based provider of odor control and fabric protection solutions, launched a new plant-based antimicrobial treatment called StayFreshBIO. This product utilizes a blend of natural plant extracts to provide long-lasting antibacterial protection for textiles without synthetic chemicals. StayFreshBIO has been tested and proven to maintain its antibacterial properties through multiple wash cycles, ensuring enduring protection for fabrics treated with the product.

In April 2024, Medline Industries, a US-based provider of medical supplies, equipment, and clinical solutions, acquired Ecolab Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Medline Industries to significantly expand its innovative sterile drape solutions for surgeons, patients, and operating room equipment, as well as Ecolab's fluid temperature management system. Ecolab Inc. is a US-based company that manufactures fabric antibacterial sprays.

Fabric antibacterial spray is a specialized cleaning product aimed at killing or inhibiting bacterial growth on fabric surfaces. It contains antimicrobial agents that target and neutralize harmful microorganisms, helping to maintain hygiene and freshness. The primary functions of fabric antibacterial sprays include sanitization, odor control, and fabric care.

There are two main types of fabric antibacterial sprays scented and unscented. Scented fabric antibacterial sprays not only freshen fabrics with a pleasant fragrance but also kill bacteria, aiding in the sanitization of the material. These sprays are used on various items such as clothing, upholstery, bedding, curtains, and carpets. They are available through multiple distribution channels, including online retail, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty stores, and cater to various end-users, both residential and commercial.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The escalating U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are expected to significantly affect the chemicals sector, which is facing a disproportionate impact - particularly from tariffs on petrochemicals and intermediates, where affordable domestic alternatives are limited. Specialty chemical producers, who rely heavily on Chinese raw materials, are encountering production disruptions. Meanwhile, fertilizer manufacturers are seeing their profit margins squeezed due to tariffs on phosphate imports. In response, companies are increasing investments in R&D for bio-based alternatives, forming procurement alliances to strengthen purchasing power, and relocating production to tariff-neutral countries like Saudi Arabia.

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Major companies operating in the fabric antibacterial spray market are The Procter and Gamble Company, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Tide, Dettol, Ecolab Inc., S. C. Johnson & Son Inc., The Clorox Company, Arm & Hammer, Lion Corporation, Seventh Generation Inc., PUREFY LIFE, Microban International Ltd., Method Products, Snuggle, Crypton LLC, Lysol, Clean Control Corporation, Bounce, Milton, Febreze, Nanoman.

North America was the largest region in the fabric antibacterial spray market in 2024. The regions covered in the fabric antibacterial spray market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the fabric antibacterial spray market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fabric antibacterial spray market consists of sales of household fabric sprays, laundry additives, personal use sprays, activewear sprays, and pet-safe fabric sprays. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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