Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market

Antimicrobial coatings are substances that help in preventing the growth of microorganisms on the surface on which they are applied. They are primarily used in health care sector, for sterilizing equipments to prevent infections. They are also being added to paints and emulsions used in hospitals. Food processing is another hygiene conscious industry where they are used. The formula present in these agents, penetrate the cell wall if the microbe when they come in contact, disrupt the key cell functions and inhibit further growth through reproduction. Copper and copper-based alloys like brass, bronze etc are naturally known to have antimicrobial properties.

Market Dynamics

With discoveries of new and advanced surgical procedures and the development of new surgical equipments, the demand for microbial coatings has grown. Apart from medical surgeries, cosmetic surgeries business has seen an upward movement in demand, therefore triggering the demand of microbial coatings as well. In the food processing business, stringent checks by food and drug authorities to curb the rising incidents of factory-acquired microbes and pathogens in food, has helped boost the demand.

Market Segmentation

The market segmentation for mobile accessories can be done by the inherent type of antimicrobial material used and application. The material type includes copper, silver, organic, polymeric and others. They can be used in various sectors like healthcare, food processing, domestic etc.

Key Players

Global chemical manufacturers and processors like BASF, AkzoNobel, PPG Industries etc.

Report Contents:

> Market segments

> Market Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities

> Market Size & Forecast 2016 to 2022

> Supply & Demand Value Chain

> Market - Current Trends

> Competition & Major Companies

> Technology and R&D Status

> Porters Five Force Analysis

> Strategic and Critical Success Factor Analysis of Key Players

Regional Analysis:

> North America

>> US and Canada

> Latin America

>> Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Rest of Latin America

> Western Europe

>> EU5 (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, U.K.)

>> Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden)

>> Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands, and Luxembourg)

>> Rest of Western Europe

> Eastern Europe

>> Russia

>> Poland

>> Rest of Eastern Europe

> Asia Pacific

>> China

>> India

>> Japan

>> Australia and New Zealand

>> Rest of Asia Pacific

> Middle East and Africa

>> GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE and Kuwait)

>> South Africa

>> North Africa

>> Rest of Middle East and Africa

This report is an elaborate aggregation of primary inputs from industry experts and participants across the supply chain. It provides details on market segmentation which is derived from several product mapping exercises, macroeconomic parameters and other qualitative and quantitative insights. The impact of all such factors is delivered across multiple market segments and geographies.

Report Highlights:

> Detailed Historical Overview (Market Origins, Product Launch Timeline, etc.)

> Consumer and Pricing Analysis

> Market dynamics of the industry

> Market Segmentation

> Estimated Market Sizing in terms of volume and value

> Recent trends in Market and impact

> Research Status and Technology Overview

> Extensive Industry Structure Coverage