Hand Sanitizer Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026

Hand Sanitizer Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026

The global hand sanitizer market reached a value of US$ 4.2 Billion in 2020. Hand sanitizer, also known as hand antiseptic, is a foam, gel or liquid-based sanitizing agent that is applied on hands for removing various disease-causing pathogens. It is applied for preventing diseases caused by the transmission of germs and infections through hands. Ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol or a mixture of both is the most commonly used active ingredient in hand sanitizers. Alcohol acts as an antimicrobial that is effective against bacteria and various viruses. Hand sanitizers also contain humectants that retain the moisture in hands and do not remove natural oils from the skin despite repetitive use. They are widely considered as a more efficient and gentler option for the skin as compared to the commonly used soap bars.

Growing awareness about hand hygiene is one of the key factors driving the market. Owing to increasing inclination toward health and wellness, consumers are now adopting precautionary measures to prevent contracting any disease. Hand sanitizers are crucial in preventing the transmission of infections, owing to which they are gaining preference among the expanding health-conscious consumer base. Furthermore, hand sanitizer dispensers are increasingly being installed in schools to combat health issues such as diarrhea, cough, cold and other related infections among students. Additionally, the introduction of fragrant and perfumed hand sanitizers that give a pleasant scent to hands while maintaining hygiene, coupled with the launch of environment-friendly and natural product variants, is also propelling the product’s demand. Moreover, the market is also being driven by various innovations in formulations and dispenser designs such as touchless dispensers that increase the product’s aesthetic value, thus escalating the probability of its sales. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the global hand sanitizer market to decline during the forecast period (2021-2026).

Report Coverage:

Historical, Current and Future Market Trends

Market Breakup by Product Form:
Gel
Foam
Liquid
Spray
Others

Market Breakup by Product Type:
Alcohol-Based
Non-Alcohol Based

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel:
Pharmacy Stores
Departmental Stores
Online Stores
Others

Market Breakup by End Use:
Restaurants
Schools
Hospitals
Household Purposes
Others

Market Breakup by Region:
North America
United States
Canada
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also analysed the competitive landscape of the market with some of the key players being Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, The Himalaya Drug Company, Procter and Gamble Company, Henkel AG & Company, KGaA , Unilever NV/PLC., Vi-Jon Laboratories Inc., Gojo Industry Inc., Chattem Inc., Kutol Products Company, Inc. and 3M Company.

1. What was the global hand sanitizer market size in 2019?
2. What will be the hand sanitizer market outlook in the coming years?
3. What are the major hand sanitizer industry drivers?
4. Who are the leading hand sanitizer industry players?
5. Which is the largest regional market for hand sanitizers?
6. What will be the hand sanitizer industry growth rate during the next five years (2020-2025)?
7. Which is the leading distribution channel in the hand sanitizer market?
8. What is the major product type of the hand sanitizer market?
9. What is the dominant end use segment of the hand sanitizer market?