Self-Cleaning Coatings Market Report 2025

The self-cleaning coatings market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.24 billion in 2024 to $4.56 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to rising awareness of hygiene and cleanliness in residential areas, increased use of self-cleaning glass in commercial buildings, growing demand for anti-fouling coatings in marine applications, wider adoption of nanotechnology in coatings, and rapid urbanization leading to more high-rise construction.

The self-cleaning coatings market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth forecasted for the upcoming period is driven by the expanding use of self-cleaning coatings on solar panels, greater emphasis on energy-efficient buildings featuring advanced surface technologies, increased application in healthcare facilities and clean rooms, heightened focus on anti-microbial coatings in post-pandemic environments, and the availability of more cost-effective coating technologies. Key trends expected during the forecast period include advancements in photocatalytic materials, development of affordable coating methods, integration of self-cleaning coatings into construction materials, incorporation with Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring systems, and innovations inspired by bio-inspired surface textures.

The rising investment in construction projects is expected to drive the growth of the self-cleaning coatings market. Construction projects involve efforts to build, renovate, or develop structures such as buildings, roads, and infrastructure, requiring planning, design, labor, and materials. This increase in construction investment is primarily driven by rapid urbanization, as growing urban populations elevate the demand for housing, infrastructure, and public facilities. As investment in construction projects rises, there is a higher demand for durable and low-maintenance materials, such as self-cleaning coatings, to meet these needs. For example, in July 2024, the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that total investment in the infrastructure sector reached $17.3 billion (£13.8 billion) in 2023, reflecting a 3.9% increase compared to 2022. As a result, the surge in construction investment is contributing to the growth of the self-cleaning coatings market.

Leading companies in the self-cleaning coatings market are focusing on innovative solutions, such as nanostructured hydrophilic coatings, to enhance surface cleanliness and reduce maintenance requirements. These coatings are engineered with nanoscale features that attract water, enabling it to spread evenly across surfaces and effectively wash away dirt and contaminants. For instance, in March 2022, Axcentive Sarl, a France-based chemicals company, partnered with Photowatt International, a solar energy technology company, to launch Exocoat, a self-cleaning coating designed specifically for photovoltaic panels. The coating uses photoactive nanotechnology to generate radicals under light, breaking down organic contaminants and airborne particles such as VOCs and NOx. Its super-hydrophilic surface ensures that water spreads instantly, improving self-cleaning efficiency by washing away dirt and reducing light scattering during rain.

In September 2022, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based chemicals company, acquired NBD Nanotechnologies Inc. for an undisclosed amount to strengthen its Adhesive Technologies business unit. NBD Nanotechnologies, based in the U.S., specializes in developing ultra-thin, transparent, self-cleaning, and surface protection coatings, further enhancing Henkel’s offerings in functional coatings.

Major players in the self-cleaning coatings market are Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company, The Sherwin-Williams Company, PPG Industries Inc., Alcoa Corporation, Arkema S.A., Akzo Nobel India Limited, Hempel A/S, Jotun A/S, Asahi India Glass Limited, Ceraclad Inc., NTT Advanced Technology Corporation, Saint‑Gobain Glass S.A., Alfa Chemistry LLC, Tuffx Processed Glass Ltd., ECOTONE Coatings, GO YEN CHEMICAL Co. Ltd., Shanghai Huzheng Industrial Co. Ltd., Polypane Glasindustrie NV, Nano-RH Co. Ltd., Nanova Care Coat Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the self-cleaning coatings market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in self-cleaning coatings report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the self-cleaning coatings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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 intensifying U.S. tariffs and escalating trade tensions in spring 2025 are expected to have a significant impact on the chemicals sector, which is bearing a disproportionate burden, particularly from tariffs on petrochemicals and intermediates, where affordable domestic substitutes are often unavailable. Producers of specialty chemicals, heavily dependent on Chinese raw materials, are experiencing production disruptions. At the same time, fertilizer manufacturers are seeing profit margins eroded due to tariffs on phosphate imports. In response, companies are ramping up R&D into bio-based alternatives, forming procurement alliances to consolidate buying power, and shifting production to tariff-neutral nations such as Saudi Arabia.

Self-cleaning coatings are specialized surface treatments designed to automatically eliminate dirt, dust, and contaminants through natural processes such as rainwater (hydrophilic) or sunlight (photocatalytic). These coatings help keep surfaces such as glass, ceramics, and metals clean and clear without the need for frequent manual cleaning.

The primary types of self-cleaning coatings are hydrophobic and hydrophilic. Hydrophobic coatings repel water by creating a high contact angle that causes droplets to roll off, effectively removing dirt and maintaining surface cleanliness with minimal upkeep. These coatings are commonly made from materials such as titanium dioxide, silicon dioxide, zinc oxide, graphene-based compounds, and others. They are widely applied across various industries, including construction, automotive, textiles, and others.

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The self-cleaning coatings market consists of sales of photocatalytic coatings, anti-fog coatings, oleophobic coatings, anti-microbial coatings, and self-cleaning paints. 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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