Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Outlook to 2026

Antimicrobial coatings are applied to keep the surfaces pathogen-free. These are microbes resistant coatings that obstruct the growth of fungi, bacteria, and other microorganisms. It helps in keeping the surrounding hygienic and is used mainly in the food, construction, and healthcare industry. Antimicrobial coatings are applied to doors, glass panels, etc. It can also be coated through spray onto masks, gloves, and textiles.

According to BlueQuark Research & Consulting, the global Antimicrobial Coatings market is expected to witness a significant growth rate during the forecast period with a CAGR of over 10%. Growing concerns regarding hygiene and cleanliness in industries have led to a rising demand for antimicrobial coatings. In the healthcare industry, concerns regarding hygiene and hospital-acquired infection (HAIs) drive the antimicrobial coatings market. The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic serves as an opportunity for the market owing to the high demand for various medical devices, masks, disinfectants, etc.

Based on type, silver-based antimicrobial coatings is expected to dominate the market in the forecast period due to its properties like high efficacy, less toxicity, durability. Moreover, these coats remain for a long period of time. Due to these desirable properties, it has a huge demand from healthcare, food and beverage industries to ensure proper hygiene of workplaces.

Globally, the North American region is likely going to dominate the antimicrobial coatings market. This is due to advancements in the healthcare industry. The USA has the highest recorded Covid positive patients, which demands proper sterilization and maintenance of the surroundings. To maintain air quality, these coatings are also useful in the construction industry. It can be used on the premises of schools, colleges, and hospitals. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the second-fastest-growing market since it hosts some of the biggest manufacturing bases like India, China, and Japan. Due to rapid urbanization in the developing countries, this will further catalyze the growth of the market regionally.

The global Antimicrobial Coatings market is fragmented. The major players in the global Antimicrobial Coatings market are BASF SE, Akzo Nobel N.V., The Sherwin-Williams Company, PPG Industries, Inc., Lonza, among others.

In November 2020, Zonitise (a biotech and microbial control company) launched an antimicrobial surface coating that can eliminate harmful pathogens including TGEV Coronavirus, a model virus for Sars Cov 2, along with many other harmful bacteria and viruses.

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market report provides deep insight into the current and future state of the Antimicrobial Coatings market across various regions. The study comprehensively analyzes the Antimicrobial Coatings market by segmenting based on material type (Copper, Silver, Titanium Oxide and Other types), application (Air conditioning and ventilation systems, Antimicrobial textile, Construction, Food processing and packaging, Medical Devices & other applications), and Geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle-East and Africa). The report examines the market drivers and restraints, along with the impact of Covid-19 on the market growth in detail. The study covers & includes emerging market trends, developments, opportunities, and challenges in the industry. This report also covers extensively researched competitive landscape sections with profiles of major companies, including their market shares and projects.