#Market Analysis & Forecasts

2021-06-24

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market (2021 to 2026) - Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecasts

The "Antimicrobial Coatings Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The global antimicrobial coatings market reached a value of US$ 3.4 Billion in 2020. The global antimicrobial coatings market is expected to exhibit strong growth during the forecast period (2021-2026).

Antimicrobial coatings assist in maintaining the quality of a surface by obstructing the growth of microorganisms like fungi, parasites and bacteria. The usage of these coatings provides improved cleanliness and hygiene as they eliminate the requirement of frequent cleaning. As a result, they are more cost-effective and offer lasting protection against pathogens. Antimicrobial coatings are generally applied on walls, vents, counters and door handles. Moreover, as these coatings help in sterilizing medical tools, surgical masks, gloves and clothing, they find vast applications in clinics, hospitals and healthcare centers. Besides this, they are also employed in industries such as textile, automotive, healthcare, construction, and food and beverage.

The application of antimicrobial coatings not only improves the durability and appearance of a surface but also aids in shielding the surface from the attack of microbes. As a result, these coatings are widely used to eliminate the germination of pathogens which can cause infectious diseases such as Ebola, influenza, mumps, measles, chickenpox and rubella. Apart from this, awareness about the sick building syndrome, wherein the occupants of a building experience acute health issues due to the deteriorating air quality, is increasing worldwide. This has led to a rise in the demand for antimicrobial coatings for use in building interiors. In addition to this, manufacturers are investing in research and development activities to develop innovative products, sustain their market position and expand their overall consumer base.

Companies Mentioned

• Akzo Nobel N.V.

• BASF SE

• Diamond Vogel

• Axalta Coating Systems

• Nippon Paint Company Ltd

• PPG Industries

• Royal DSM

• RPM International Inc.

• The DOW Chemical Company

• The Sherwin-Williams Company

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global antimicrobial coatings market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?

• What are the key regional markets in the global antimicrobial coatings industry?

• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global antimicrobial coatings market?

• What is the breakup of the market based on the product type?

• What is the breakup of the market based on the application?

• What are the various stages in the value chain of the global antimicrobial coatings industry?

• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the global antimicrobial coatings industry?

• What is the structure of the global antimicrobial coatings industry and who are the key players?

• What is the degree of competition in the global antimicrobial coatings industry?

• What are the profit margins in the global antimicrobial coatings industry?

Key Topics Covered:

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

4.1 Overview

4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market

5.1 Market Overview

5.2 Market Performance

5.3 Impact of COVID-19

5.4 Market Breakup by Product Type

5.5 Market Breakup by Application

5.6 Market Breakup by Region

5.7 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Product Type

6.1 Silver Antimicrobial Coatings

6.1.1 Market Trends

6.1.2 Market Forecast

6.2 Copper Antimicrobial Coatings

6.2.1 Market Trends

6.2.2 Market Forecast

6.3 Others

6.3.1 Market Trends

6.3.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Application

7.1 Indoor Air Quality

7.1.1 Market Trends

7.1.2 Market Forecast

7.2 Mold Remediation

7.2.1 Market Trends

7.2.2 Market Forecast

7.3 Medical/Healthcare

7.3.1 Market Trends

7.3.2 Market Forecast

7.4 Food and Beverage

7.4.1 Market Trends

7.4.2 Market Forecast

7.5 Textile

7.5.1 Market Trends

7.5.2 Market Forecast

7.6 Others

7.6.1 Market Trends

7.6.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Region

8.1 North America

8.1.1 Market Trends

8.1.2 Market Forecast

8.2 Asia Pacific

8.2.1 Market Trends

8.2.2 Market Forecast

8.3 Europe

8.3.1 Market Trends

8.3.2 Market Forecast

8.4 Middle East and Africa

8.4.1 Market Trends

8.4.2 Market Forecast

8.5 Latin America

8.5.1 Market Trends

8.5.2 Market Forecast

9 SWOT Analysis

9.1 Overview

9.2 Strengths

9.3 Weaknesses

9.4 Opportunities

9.5 Threats

10 Value Chain Analysis

11 Porters Five Forces Analysis

11.1 Overview

11.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers

11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

11.4 Degree of Competition

11.5 Threat of New Entrants

11.6 Threat of Substitutes

12 Price Analysis

12.1 Price Indicators

12.2 Price Structure

12.3 Margin Analysis

13 Competitive Landscape

13.1 Market Structure

13.2 Key Players

13.3 Profiles of Key Players

13.3.1 Akzo Nobel N.V.

13.3.2 BASF SE

13.3.3 Diamond Vogel

13.3.4 Axalta Coating Systems

13.3.5 Nippon Paint Company Ltd

13.3.6 PPG Industries

13.3.7 Royal DSM

13.3.8 RPM International Inc.

13.3.9 The DOW Chemical Company.

13.3.10 The Sherwin-Williams Company

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