Market Overview:
Alcohol Wipes Market Size Was Valued at USD 875.19 Million in 2022, and is Projected to Reach USD 1459.35 Million by 2030, Growing at a CAGR of 6.6% From 2023-2030.
Alcohol wipes are wet wipes with an alcohol content of at least 60%. Customers use the drug to treat bug bites, minor burns, and scrapes since the alcohol disinfects the affected area while also easing pain. Isopropyl alcohol, a component of alcohol wipes, prevents infections such as the diarrhea virus, hepatitis B and C, mycobacterium TB, and Human HIV-1 from proliferating. Dust removal in homes and workplaces is also done with alcohol wipes. They are also used to remove skin-contaminating bacteria that cause acne. In the industrial cleaning industry, isopropyl is often used to prepare surfaces for adhesive bonding. Alcohol wipes aren't just for commercial cleaning. These wipes can also be used to clean digital printers, plastics, signage, and pre-prints. Most plastics can be safely cleaned with isopropyl alcohol.
Top Key Players Covered In The Alcohol Wipes Market:
- Cardinal Health Inc (US)
- CleanFinity Brands (US)
- Pal International Ltd (England)
- Robinson Healthcare Ltd (UK)
- The Clorox Co (US)
- GAMA Healthcare Ltd (UK)
- Whitminster International (UK)
- Diamond Wipes International Inc (US)
- Clarisan (England)
- 3M Company (US), and Other Major Players.
Market Dynamics and Factors:
One of the key elements fueling the market for alcohol wipes is rising consumer awareness of hygiene. Consumers' purchasing decisions are influenced by product attributes like price, packaging, performance, fragrance, environmental friendliness, fabric type, and feel. The product's effectiveness is transforming conventional cleaning practices in the commercial, residential, and personal markets, which is expected to support market expansion. The demand for the product should benefit from its ease of use whether driving, hiking, traveling, or participating in outdoor activities in public locations. An increase in awareness regarding the cleaning of devices in hospitals and clinics boosts the demand for alcohol wipes. Cleaning of medical equipment is a top priority for hospitals, especially in intensive care units (ICUs) and operation theatres (OTs), where the presence of any bacteria or virus can affect the patient’s health, these factors drive the growth of the market.
Sustainable products are becoming popular, and increasing awareness about the product life cycle and disposal has become critical areas for manufacturing companies to work on. Sustainable product manufacturing has been a critical step for businesses seeking to manufacture environmentally friendly products. Wet wipes manufacturers have been focusing on developing more innovative goods, such as fragrance-filled wet wipes, environmentally friendly and biodegradable wet wipes, and wet wipes made from wood pulp and cotton to avoid adverse effects on sensitive skin.
Alcohol Wipes Market Report Highlight:
- By fabric material, the synthetic material segment is anticipated to lead the growth of the Alcohol Wipes market in the forecasted timeframe The absorbance and softness of the fabric specifically designed for skin applications are driving the product demand. Synthetic alcohol wipes are made from Polypropylene (PP), rayon, and specialty materials such as bi-component fibers and nanofibers. These products are lightweight, heat resistant, highly absorbent, and soft.
- By distribution channel, the supermarket/hypermarket segment is expected to have the highest share of the Alcohol Wipes market over the projected period. These mass merchandisers have increased the sales of alcohol wipes in several markets. A significant contributor to shifting consumer preferences has been the accessibility of several brands. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have become the primary outlets for the selling of alcohol wipes worldwide due to their expansive retail spaces that appeal to a wide range of preferences.
- By end-users, the commercial industry segment is set to develop at the highest CAGR during the forecasted timeframe. Hospitals and healthcare facilities attribute the largest share in commercial sales. A constant supply is required of disinfectants, Alcohol wipes, and Sanitizers in ICU, Operation Theatre, and treatment clinics. The Healthcare industry is the biggest demand-generating industry which propelled the growth of the alcohol market.
- The North American region is expected to have the highest share of the Alcohol Wipes market over the projected period. Owing to a vast consumer base with a high purchasing power in the country, Americans have well-perceived the need for personal care products including alcohol wipes, driving the development of the market in this region.
Key Industry Developments in the Alcohol Wipes Market:
In January 2024, Ginni Filaments Limited, in response to the growing Indian wipes market, introduced a sustainable initiative by manufacturing wet wipes using recycled PET bottles. This eco-friendly approach aligns with the company's commitment to environmental responsibility, contributing to the reduction of plastic waste and promoting sustainability in the hygiene products industry.
Alcohol Wipes Market Segmentation:
By Fabric Material
- Natural
- Synthetic
By Distribution Channel
- Supermarket/Hypermarket
- Convenience Stores
- Specialty Stores
- E-Commerce
By End Users
- Retail
- Commercial
For this report, Introspective Market Research has segmented the Alcohol Wipes Market based on region:
Regional Outlook (Revenue in USD Million; Volume in Units, 2023-2030)
North America
- The U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
Eastern Europe
- Russia
- Bulgaria
- The Czech Republic
- Hungary
- Poland
- Romania
- Rest of Eastern Europe
Western Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Western Europe
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Singapore
- Australia
- New-Zealand
- Rest of APAC
Middle East & Africa
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- UAE
- Israel
- South Africa
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of SA
