The antimicrobial additives market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.87%, reaching a market size of US$9.432 billion in 2030 from US$6.766 billion in 2025.
The antimicrobial additives market is expanding primarily due to rising demand for these additives to stop bacteria from growing on plastic and medical equipment surfaces. The growth will be witnessed throughout the forecast period. Moreover, technological advancements in antimicrobial additive products for halting the spread of infection are also expected to fuel the antimicrobial additives market growth. For instance, in December 2019, Parx created a technology that makes plastics resistant to the growth of bacteria and biofilm adhesion by utilizing the bodies' trace elements. There is no migration, and no hazardous or poisonous substances, silver, nanomaterials, or biocides are used.
Antimicrobial additives are primarily used by the healthcare sector, which is expected to dominate the global market. Additives with antimicrobial properties play a major part in stopping the spread of illnesses that are acquired in hospitals. Antimicrobial additives are expected to rise globally as a result of providing integrated and durable antimicrobial protection to any product used in healthcare settings. It can be found in medical plastic parts such as catheters that are inserted into the body and left there for extended periods exposed to physiological fluids. Anticipating growth and driving the overall market, the primary process of infection associated with these kinds of healthcare equipment starts with floating bacteria adhering to the plastic exterior and fighting disease by avoiding the attachment of bacteria.
Due to the widespread use of plastic in numerous end-user industries, including construction, automotive, and packaging, the plastic segment is expected to dominate. Plastic can grow microorganisms such as mould and bacteria. Antimicrobial additives, which provide resistance against a variety of microbes, are thus added during the plastics production process. This contributes to the long-term durability of plastic products. Plastics are widely used in breathing apparatuses, food containers, soap dispensers, surgical instruments, and other items. This will increase the need for antimicrobial additives during the forecast period.
The global market for antimicrobial additives is significantly influenced by rising public and personal awareness of the value of hygiene and health. The need for antimicrobial additives is being driven by consumers' desire for products that provide improved protection against harmful microorganisms. Industries like healthcare, food and beverage, and personal care are also expected to increase the antimicrobial plastic market size during the forecast period.
Microbial contamination endangers human health as well as product integrity and safety. Preventing microbial growth and cross-contamination is becoming more and more important to industries like healthcare, food processing, and packaging. Moreover, the adoption of antimicrobial additives is fueled by their ability to effectively address these issues which leads to the market growth.
The development of materials in science and technology has resulted in the creation of antimicrobial additives that are more durable and efficient. To increase these additives' performance, safety, and compatibility with a range of materials, manufacturers and researchers are constantly coming up with new ideas. This leads to an expansion of their applications and the expansion of the market. For instance, Mereway Bathrooms became the latest company to utilize Radical Materials' SteriTouch antimicrobial technology in October 2021. The finest materials and outstanding antibacterial performance are combined in the Lustre premium vanity countertop line, which is available in a variety of creative finishes.
Over the forecast period, the demand for the inorganic segment is expected to grow due to the high demand for additives based on silver, copper, and zinc. Because of their non-toxicity, long-lasting effectiveness, environmental friendliness, high thermal stability, and ability to inhibit microbial growth, silver-based products are used as antimicrobial agents. Since zinc pyrithione is an excellent antibacterial additive, it is added to materials that are susceptible to mould spores and fungal exposure. Paints, coatings, and polymers are examples of underlying substrates or layers in preservative and sterilized applications where copper salts offer antimicrobial protection.
Throughout the forecast period, the Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to grow considerably in the antimicrobial additives market. The market is anticipated to grow due to factors like its widespread application in the food and beverage and healthcare industries. Antimicrobial additives' advantageous properties, such as their ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria, algae, and fungi in materials exposed to moisture, UV light, and unhygienic conditions, are anticipated to fuel market expansion. The risk of bacterial attack in the healthcare environment can be reduced by adding antimicrobial additives to medical equipment and furnishings. The increasing need for inorganic additives in paints, coatings, textiles, polymers, and other applications is expected to fuel market expansion throughout the forecast period.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Study Period | 2021 to 2031 |
| Historical Data | 2021 to 2024 |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 – 2031 |
| Report Metric | Details |
| Antimicrobial Additives Market Size in 2025 | US$6.766 billion |
| Antimicrobial Additives Market Size in 2030 | US$9.432 billion |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 6.87% |
| Study Period | 2020 to 2030 |
| Historical Data | 2020 to 2023 |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 – 2030 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Billion |
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| Geographical Segmentation | North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific |
| List of Major Companies in Antimicrobial Additives Market |
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| Customization Scope | Free report customization with purchase |
The Antimicrobial Additives Market is analyzed into the following segments: