Animal Disinfectants Market Analysis

Animal Disinfectants Market Overview

Animal Disinfectants Market Size was valued at USD 3.42 billion in 2023. The animal disinfectants market industry is projected to grow from USD 3.6594  Billion in 2024 to USD 5.88 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.11 % during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Growing consumer preferences for biological disinfectants, increasing farmer awareness of the importance of maintaining animal hygiene, and increased use of integrated pest management (IPM), particularly in developing economies, are the key market drivers enhancing market growth. Other significant factors promoting the market's growth are quick process advancements and strict rules regarding the use of chemicals.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Animal Disinfectants Market Trends

• The growing incidence of livestock diseases is driving the market growth

Market CAGR for animal disinfectants is driven by the rising number of livestock diseases. Over the past years, there has been an increase in the incidence of livestock diseases; this can be ascribed to rising livestock numbers and meat exports, which have caused the diseases to spread to new areas. The World Organisation for Animal Health has compiled a comprehensive list of illnesses affecting all cattle types. Currently, lumpy skin disease (LSD), which has evolved into a transboundary animal disease, poses a threat to at least 24 nations in South Asia, East Asia, and Southeast Asia. Authorities have devised protocols and SOPs to reduce the consequences of such livestock diseases through programs for farmers, notably Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the US Department of Agriculture. The welfare of animals has improved, as has their value to farmers.

The prevalent consumer view is that synthetic formulations are hazardous, so farmers try to avoid them and use biological alternatives. The categorization of formaldehyde as a potential carcinogen and the subsequent modification of regulatory criteria in developed markets are important drivers of the need for biological disinfectants. While maintaining the advantages of chemical disinfectants, such as a broad-spectrum mode of action, biological disinfectants do not leave any residue. However, the two crucial issues that must be solved for the full-fledged emergence of biological disinfectants are cost factors and accessibility. Thus, driving the animal disinfectants market revenue.

Animal Disinfectants Market Segment Insights

Animal Disinfectants Type Insights

The  animal disinfectants market segmentation, based on type, includes iodine, lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, phenolic acids, quaternary compounds, chlorine and others. In 2022, the iodine category dominated the market. Using iodine-based disinfectants, known for inhibiting the growth of bacteria, fungi, and viruses in livestock farms, is expected to rise significantly in the coming years. The hydrogen peroxide segment is anticipated to post consistently rapid revenue growth throughout the forecast period. Animal drinking water and animal enclosures like chicken coops can be properly cleaned with a hydrogen peroxide solution.

Figure 1: Animal Disinfectants Market, by Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Animal Disinfectants Form Insights

The  animal disinfectants market segmentation, based on form, includes powder and liquid. The liquid category acquired the major market share and is predicted to be the fastest-growing sector in the forecast period. The liquid form of animal disinfection is mainly used in various applications due to its many properties, such as its soluble nature and simplicity of availability. Liquid animal disinfectants are especially efficient against numerous pathogenic diseases. Due to its convenience of use and ability to be easily blended to create a homogenous solution, the liquid form of animal disinfectants has a promising future growth trajectory.

Animal Disinfectants Application Insights

The  animal disinfectants market segmentation, based on application, includes poultry, swine, dairy animals, equine, aquaculture and others. Dairy category dominated the market in 2022. Because of the cost of cattle herds, the use of dairy cleaning is more significant in developed markets. Additionally, the poultry disinfectant witnessed the fastest growth rate. Major growth drivers for the poultry disinfectant are anticipated to include the rise in livestock production, the prevalence of disease outbreaks in livestock, and the ban on antibiotics in animal feed.

March 2020: Neogen announced today the addition of Chlorinated Tray Wash EVO to its line of phosphate-free and biodegradable cleansers for various agricultural applications. Chlorinated Tray Wash EVO by Neogen is a low-foaming, chlorinated cleaning chemical created specifically for washing trays, plastic chick boxes, egg cases, and filler flats in automatic tray washers. It's also great for washing shell eggs for eating, breaking out, or hatching.

Animal Disinfectants Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. Europe's animal disinfectants market will dominate this market. This is a result of growing worries regarding the conditions of chicken farms due to intense production techniques. Rising government attempts to prevent livestock diseases are also propelling the market's revenue expansion in this area. For instance, DEFRA has created guidelines for on-farm chicken welfare, which include cover sections on poultry feed and water, poultry housing design, and the poultry disinfection procedure. Further, the German animal disinfectants market held the largest market share, and the UK animal disinfectants market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: ANIMAL DISINFECTANTS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

North American animal disinfectants market accounts for the second-largest market share. The U.S.'s rising livestock output for meat consumption will spur product demand. According to the U.S. Food & Agriculture Organisation, beef output in North America increased by around 6.60% from 2017 to 64.42 million tonnes in 2020. In response to the expanding demand for meat, industrial livestock production has become more popular. Further, the U.S. animal disinfectants market held the largest market share, and the Canadian animal disinfectants market was the fastest-growing market in the region.

The Asia-Pacific Animal Disinfectants Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032 due to the expanding demand for meat-based goods and the usage of animal disinfectants in cow farming. Consumers are encouraged to eat more meat-based protein sources as their disposable income rises.  Pork and poultry are commonly consumed in India and China due to factors like a focus on improving meat quality and various public health campaigns boosting the use of animal protein sources.  The top Asian beef exporters in 2020 were India, Pakistan, China, and Japan, contributing to the market's revenue growth. Moreover, China’s animal disinfectants market held the largest market share, and the Indian animal disinfectants market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Animal Disinfectants Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will help the animal disinfectants market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking different strategic activities to expand their  footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, the animal disinfectants industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the  animal disinfectants industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the animal disinfectant industry has offered some of the most significant medical advantages. Major players in the animal disinfectants market, including Neogen Corporation (US), CID Lines (Belgium), Evonik Industries (Germany), Zoetis Inc. (US), and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Bona AB is a family-owned business that was established in 1919. With its base in Sweden, Bona is now represented through local distributors and subsidiaries in more than 70 nations. In addition to providing UV coatings to top international makers of wooden floors, Bona offers solutions for installing, upkeep, and refurbishing wooden floors throughout their lifetime. In May 2022, Bona launched a pet cleaning solution that is environmentally friendly and suited for regular usage in homes with pets. A clean and healthy home is now more important than ever because of the growth in pet adoption. This provides a safer, everyday solution for floors, pets, and the environment while also providing excellent cleaning against pet odors and hair.

Kersia manufactures biosecurity, disinfection, and hygiene solutions for the food, agriculture, food service, and health industries. The company provides alkaline, disinfecting, professional hygiene, and animal supplements solutions to clients, allowing them to prevent infections and contamination in animals and people at every level of the food supply chain. In May 2021, Kersia purchased Bioarmor, which develops enzyme-based hygiene products for cleaning and disinfecting buildings, equipment, and animal water, as well as environmental solutions for pig, poultry, ruminant, and horse farms. The Breton group consolidates its unique range of solutions in the animal feed supplements, hygiene, and livestock environment categories with the acquisition of Bioarmor, the second transaction - after Sopura in December 2020 - accomplished with the help of its new shareholder.

Key Companies in the animal disinfectants market include

• Evonik Industries (Germany)


• Zoetis Inc. (US)


• Virox Animal Health (US)


• CID Lines (Belgium)


• Theseo Group (France)


• GEA Group (Germany)


• Neogen Corporation (US)


• Evans Vanodine (UK)


• Kersia Group (France)


• LANXESS AG (Germany)

Animal Disinfectants Industry Developments

August 2021: Zoetis Inc. announced the acquisition of Jurox, a privately held animal health firm that develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive range of veterinary pharmaceuticals for treating companion animals and cattle. Once completed, the acquisition of Jurox will provide Zoetis with several critical products poised for expanded worldwide expansion and a valuable animal health portfolio that includes Alfaxan.

April 2020: Merck Animal Health announced the release of ArmatrexTM, an EPA-registered bacteriostatic spray-on antimicrobial solution for use on structures and physical components in various livestock production, horse, and companion animal biosecurity scenarios. Armatrex, a silane quaternary ammonium salt, provides a protective layer against the growth of bacteria, fungi, mold, and algae when used in conjunction with cleaning and disinfection processes.

Animal Disinfectants Market Segmentation

Animal Disinfectants Type Outlook

• Iodine


• Lactic Acid


• Hydrogen Peroxide


• Phenolic Acids


• Quaternary Compounds


• Chlorine


• Others

Animal Disinfectants Form Outlook

• Powder


• Liquid

Animal Disinfectants Application Outlook

• Poultry


• Swine


• Dairy Animals


• Equine


• Aquaculture


• Others

Animal Disinfectants Regional Outlook

• North America


• US


• Canada


• Europe


• Germany


• France


• UK


• Italy


• Spain


• Rest of Europe


• Asia-Pacific


• China


• Japan


• India


• Australia


• South Korea


• Australia


• Rest of Asia-Pacific


• Rest of the World


• Middle East


• Africa


• Latin Americ