The industrial & institutional cleaning chemicals market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The market size for industrial and institutional cleaning chemicals has witnessed substantial growth in the past few years. A surge from $69.79 billion in 2024 to $74.38 billion in 2025 is predicted, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. Factors fueling this growth include expansion in the healthcare sector, stringent food safety standards, heightened hygiene awareness, increased urbanization and industrialization, outsourcing of cleaning services, and an emphasized focus on workplace safety.
The Industrial & Institutional Cleaning Chemicals market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The market size of industrial and institutional cleaning chemicals is anticipated to experience robust growth in the forthcoming years. It is predicted to expand to $103.94 billion in 2029 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%.
The growth expected during this period is due to several factors such as the adoption of green cleaning solutions, increased emphasis on disinfection, environmental awareness, personalized cleaning solutions, the emergence of sustainable practices, importance given to air quality, and the provision of adaptable and scalable solutions. Significant trends likely to be noticed during the forecast period encompass the implementation of robotics in cleaning procedures, the use of multi-purpose and speciality cleaners, the shift towards safer chemical substitutes, the introduction of subscription and service models, the integration of technology for supervision and regulation, and research and development in antimicrobial and antiviral technologies.
The escalating concerns over public health following recent COVID-19 outbreaks, coupled with intensified sanitation practices, are predicted to spur the expansion of the industrial, institutional, and cleaning chemicals markets. Being in excellent physical and psychological condition, free from disease, is synonymous with good health and sanitation. This encapsulates conditions conducive to public health, such as access to clean drinking water, efficient sewage systems, and effective human waste management. The healthcare sector, including hospitals, nursing homes, and supported living facilities, has seen a substantial rise in the use of cleaning chemicals during the COVID-19 crisis. This is attributed to the increased need for comprehensive cleaning and amplified patient numbers, all aimed at protecting vulnerable patients or residents. As indicated by a report from the World Health Organization, a Switzerland-based governmental agency, 57% of the world's population, approximately 4.6 billion people, utilised a safely managed sanitation service as of March 2022. In contrast with 2022, cholera instances were up by 13% and fatalities by 71% in 2023. As such, the soaring health awareness and enhanced sanitation practices foster the growth of the industrial, institutional, and cleaning chemicals markets.
The industrial & institutional cleaning chemicals market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: General Purpose Cleaners, Disinfectants And Sanitizers, Laundry Care Products, Vehicle Wash Products, Other Products
2) By Ingredient Type: Surfactants, Solvents, Chelating Agents, pH Regulators, Solubilizer Or Hydrotropes, Enzymes, Other Ingredient Types
3) By End-Use: Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Other End-Uses
Subsegments:
1) By General Purpose Cleaners: All-Purpose Cleaners, Glass Cleaners, Surface Cleaners, Floor Cleaners
2) By Disinfectants And Sanitizers: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats), Bleach-Based Disinfectants, Alcohol-Based Sanitizers, Hydrogen Peroxide-Based Disinfectants
3) By Laundry Care Products: Liquid Detergents, Powder Detergents, Fabric Softeners, Stain Removers
4) By Vehicle Wash Products: Automotive Shampoo, Wax And Polish, Wheel Cleaners, Degreasers
5) By Other Products, Specialty Cleaners, Carpet And Upholstery Cleaners, Degreasers And Solvents
In the industrial and institutional cleaning chemical sector, product innovation has become a significant increasing trend. Major players in this market are now creating novel antibacterial items in order to solidify their standing. For example, in September 2023, Bunzl Canada Inc., a corporation that distributes food wrapping, cleaning, and hygiene items, unveiled an environmentally-friendly cleaning product line under the name REGARD. This REGARD Eco-Friendlier Cleaning Solutions line includes ECOLOGO and Green Seal-certified products that meet rigorous environmental criteria. This new line decreases the environmental impact of procurement and delivery while introducing smart packaging options. The formulas for the cleaning items were carefully created to be non-caustic and hypoallergenic, making these items a safer and healthier alternative. These high-performing solutions are constructed to provide outstanding cleaning results, stressing both effectiveness and environmental responsibility.
Major companies operating in the industrial & institutional cleaning chemicals market include:
• Procter & Gamble Company
• Clariant AG
• Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited
• Kimberly-Clark Corporation
• Croda International Plc.
• Huntsman International LLC
• Solvay
• Ecolab Inc.
• Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik
• The Clorox Company
• 3M Company
• Albemarle Corporation
• Sasol Limited
• Westlake Corporation
• Diversey Holdings Ltd.
• Arrow-Magnolia International Inc.
• Avmor
• Bebbington Industries
• Betco
• Buckeye International Inc.
• Charlotte Products Ltd.
• State Industrial Products Corporation
• The ArmaKleen Company
• W.M. Barr & Company Inc.
• Zep Inc.
• Spartan Chemical Company Inc.
• Stepan Company
• WM Barr
• Eastman Chemical Company
• LANXESS A.G
• National Chemical Laboratories Inc.
• Nouryon
• Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
North America was the largest region in the industrial & institutional cleaning chemicals market share in 2024. The regions covered in the industrial & institutional cleaning chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa