Antimicrobial Coatings Market

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Size (2024 to 2029)

The Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11% during the forecast period 2024 to 2029. The market value was USD 5 billion in 2023, and the value is expected to reach USD 9 billion by the end of 2029.

Current Scenario of the Global Antimicrobial Coating Market

Surfaces of materials are highly prone to contamination by bacteria and other microorganisms. Antimicrobial coatings consist of antimicrobial agents that inhibit the growth of microorganisms when applied to the surface of materials. They have been extensively used in healthcare to prevent fatal hospital-acquired infections. These are used for coating the walls, and surfaces of institutions, factories, offices, hotels, stations, and hospitals to protect coated surfaces for an extended period. The innovative polymer is the base of this market, and when it is combined with the paint, it will protect the surface from viruses and bacteria. These transparent coatings can be sprayed without damaging the coated surface.

Role of Antimicrobial Coatings in the Construction Industry

It is projected that by 2100, the global population will reach 10 billion people, creating a demand for about 2 billion homes, which is estimated to boost the global antimicrobial coatings market growth. Such materials are suitable for use in indoor handles, floors and carpets, roof systems, workstations, radiators, and accessories due to their ability to prevent surface deterioration and disease spread. Substantial economic growth, job creation, and falling interest rates should further support the residential construction industry and drive growth in the demand for antimicrobial coatings.

Role of Antimicrobial Coatings in the F&B Industry

Due to population growth and increased convenience of large-scale food production, significant demand for heat & service, ready-made, and home-packaged food will drive growth in the packaging industry and raise market demand for antimicrobial coatings. Such products destroy pathogenic microbes that pose the threat of foodborne diseases and improve the quality of shelf life and food. Rising demand for high-quality products aimed at improving living standards and increasing consumer purchasing power should further stimulate antimicrobial coatings market growth.

Role of Antimicrobial Coatings in the Healthcare Industry

Considerable impacts on the health and environment of silver nanoparticles used in antimicrobial coatings are likely to impede the antimicrobial coatings market growth. Exposure to soluble silver compounds can lead to adverse health effects like eye irritation, damage to the kidney and liver, and respiratory, intestinal, and skin irritation. Such nanoparticles can interfere with soil ecology and may have harmful effects on aquatic organisms, such as inflammation of the gill. Nonetheless, coating manufacturers are making considerable efforts to develop biodegradable antimicrobial coatings with significantly lower toxicity and high usability that should cause market growth.

The medical devices antimicrobial coating market anticipates growth of the market in the forecast period. This hydrophilic coating on medical devices helps to reduce infections and offers lubricity. These devices are used by surgeons to conduct surgeries successfully. Hydromer antimicrobial medical device coatings will break through the antimicrobial coatings market in the coming future. 

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DETAILED SEGMENTATION OF THE GLOBAL ANTIMICROBIAL COATINGS MARKET INCLUDED IN THIS REPORT

This research report on the global antimicrobial coatings market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on product, type, end-user, and region.

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market By Type

• Copper
• Silver
• Polymer
• Others

Based on type, the Silver coatings segment is the largest market segment as silver can effectively counter various kinds of microorganisms. The polymers segment is the fastest-growing segment due to the advances in material sciences to produce antimicrobial polymers.

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market By Application

• Healthcare
• Building And Construction
• Indoor Home Appliances
• Mold Remediation
• Food And Beverages
• Textiles
• Cosmetics
• Others

Based on the application, the Indoor home appliances segment leads the antimicrobial coatings market due to the increasing demand in residential and institutional buildings. The healthcare segment is expected to be the fastest-growing segment due to the growing initiatives to keep hospitals and clinics free of germs and to prevent hospital-acquired infections.

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Regional Analysis

• North America
• Europe 
• Asia Pacific 
• Latin America 
• Middle East and Africa 

North America leads the antimicrobial coatings market due to the high adoption rate of antimicrobial coatings in the healthcare sector as this region witnesses high mortality due to hospital-acquired infections.

The Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing market due to the increasing applications in buildings and construction, growing health awareness, and increasing healthcare expenditure.

AkzoNobel N.V. Believes in inorganic growth with the approach of mergers and acquisitions to develop in different markets. It also strengthens its presence in Asia-Pacific and other emerging economies through new product innovations and modern production plants. In emerging revenue markets, the company focuses on expansions. In 2016, the company expanded its Indonesian quality coating plant to meet the growing Asia-Pacific demand. In its marine and protective coatings, this expansion is expected to increase its efficiency by 40%.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

The major key players in the global Antimicrobial Coatings Market are AkzoNobel, Nippon Paint Company, DOW Chemical Company, Damond Vogel, Sherwin Williams, BASF SE, Axalta Coating Systems, RPM International, Lonza Group, Royal DSM, and others.