Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the “Global Antimicrobial Textile Market”, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projections.
Global antimicrobial textile market size is estimated to reach USD 13.77 Billion by 2025 and is expected to grow further to USD 16.55 Billion by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.75% during the forecast period.
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Market Highlights & Key Findings
The antimicrobial textile market is now in a mid-maturity phase, shaped by heightened hygiene awareness post‑COVID‑19 and more stringent regulation of active agents across regions
Europe was the largest regional market in 2024, commanding ~34.88 % of global share, while North America is forecasted to be the fastest-growing region, with a CAGR of around 4.67 % through 2030
Segment Analysis
By agent type:
Quaternary ammonium compounds led the market in 2024 with about 32.18 % share.
Chitosan, a bio‑based agent, registers the fastest growth, at a 5.04 % CAGR through 2030
By fabric material:
Cotton dominated in 2024, accounting for 44.17 % of market volume.
Polyamide (e.g., nylon) is expanding fastest, at 5.28 % CAGR
By application:
Medical textiles held a leading 56.59 % share in 2024.
Other segments (e.g. sportswear, automotive) are expanding at about 4.98 % CAGR
By end‑user industry:
Healthcare accounted for 46.64 % share, while the sports & leisure segment is growing at a 5.91 % CAGR through 2030
Growth Drivers & Industry Trends
The COVID‑19 pandemic sparked heightened consumer hygiene awareness—prompting hospitals, apparel, and public sectors to adopt antimicrobial finishes
Emerging demand includes smart and wearable antimicrobial textiles, antiviral treatments, odor‑control features, and sustainable antimicrobial fabrics
Uptake in mass‑transit seating, sports apparel (to reduce odor and wash frequency), and automotive interiors supports market resilience
Competitive Landscapes
Market concentration is medium, with chemical firms, vertically integrated mills, and biotech startups competing to deliver antimicrobial efficacy aligned with low-toxicity and durability standards
Leading global players identified by Mordor Intelligence include:
· Polygiene Group AB
· Sanitized AG
· Microban International
· Milliken & Company
· HeiQ Materials AG
Key Industry Trends & Regulatory Impact
Regulatory alignment is increasingly critical. Europe’s Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) and emerging U.S. state-level discharge limits on silver or other substances are prompting innovation toward lower-toxicity, biodegradable alternatives.
Sustainability integration drives expansion of chitosan and lactic-acid-based treatments despite their historically lower durability. Recent bio-based finishes now promise longer life on fabric.
Cost pressures persist in price-sensitive regions, especially Southeast Asia. Cotton treatments tend to be more expensive on a per‑unit basis due to adhesion challenges, though scale from major suppliers may gradually reduce premiums.
Outlook & Forecast
Strong demand from healthcare settings ensures a stable base for antimicrobial textiles, even as adoption expands into athleisure, home furnishings, smart textiles, and mobility interiors.
Regionally, North America is expected to drive growth momentum, while European regulation (e.g. Biocidal Products Regulation) and ongoing innovation in agent chemistry foster advanced product pipelines.
In addition to trend analysis, Mordor Intelligence offers a comprehensive competitive landscape featuring profiles of major market players, detailing their product offerings, market strategies, and recent developments.
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