- Alcohol-based disinfectants, known for their rapid antimicrobial action, are essential for maintaining hygiene across various settings, including households, healthcare facilities, and industrial environments, due to their efficacy against a wide range of pathogens
- The surge in demand is fueled by growing health and safety concerns, increased focus on infection prevention, and the convenience of multiple usage forms such as sprays, gels, wipes, and liquids
- North America dominated the alcohol based disinfectants market with the largest revenue share of 38.5% in 2024, driven by stringent hygiene regulations, high healthcare spending, and widespread adoption in both residential and commercial sectors, particularly in the U.S., where innovations in disinfectant formulations and delivery systems are prominent
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period, propelled by rapid urbanization, increasing healthcare awareness, and rising disposable incomes
- The ethyl alcohol segment dominated the largest market revenue share of 42.5% in 2024, owing to its widespread use in sanitizers and clinical applications due to its high efficacy against pathogens and relatively low toxicity
