Vector Control Market Size

Vector Control Market Overview

Vector Control Market size is expected to cross USD 26.75 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period of 2023-2030. It is a fragmented market and is governed by numerous players operating at the local and regional level. Market players are expected to witness several growth opportunities in the coming years, along with several challenges, owing to the stringent government regulations, increasing number of vector control programs, and increasing resistance to insecticide. Chemical manufacturers active in the vector control market are investing in R&D to launch new products that can tackle the issue of insecticide resistance.

Vector control refers to the vector control system and vector control equipment used to limit or eradicate the vector population that transmits pathogens from one host to another. The global vector control market growth is driven by various factors such as the rising prevalence of vector-borne diseases in both humans and livestock. More than 17% of all infectious diseases annually can be traced to the transmission of pathogens by various vectors. Trypanosome infection, a vector-borne disease in cattle, is estimated to cause nearly 20% production loss by impacting milk production, draft power, morbidity, mortality, and calving rate. Market growth can also be attributed to the increasing awareness and adoption of integrated vector management (IVM) frameworks that offer higher efficiency than other vector control methods.

Continuous use of chemical insecticides for vector control has led to high insecticide resistance, resulting in a lowered impact of chemicals. Additionally, environmental hazards caused by the use of chemical-based vector control methods are also hindering market growth.

Key Players

• Bayer AG (Germany)


• Syngenta AG (Switzerland)


• BASF SE (Germany)


• Bell Laboratories, Inc. (US)


• FMC Corporation (US)


• Rentokil Initial plc (UK)


• Ecolab (US)


• The Terminix International Company LP (US)


• Rollins, Inc. (US)


• Anticimex Group (Sweden)


• Arrow Exterminators (US)


• Ensystex (US)


• Impex Europa sl (UK)


• Liphatech, Inc. (US)


• PelGar International (UK)

Market Drivers

• Increasing incidences of vector-borne diseases: The incidence rate for vector-borne diseases is on the rise globally. Infectious diseases caused due to the transmission of pathogens via vectors account for a significant number of deaths annually. Each year more than 700,000 deaths are caused due to vector-borne diseases. In more than 128 countries across the globe, over 9 billion people are at risk of acquiring dengue while more than 400,000 deaths are caused by malaria and hundreds of millions are affected by other vector-borne diseases such as Chagas disease, leishmaniasis, and schistosomiasis. Such alarming statistics are responsible for the increasing sales of vector control products, boosting market growth.

• Growing concerns regarding vector-transmitted diseases in the livestock industry

• Rising adoption of IVM frameworks

Recent Developments News

The fight against insects that transmit diseases is a constant battle, but researchers are making headway with some exciting new developments in vector control:

Combating Insecticide Resistance: A major challenge is the emergence of insecticide resistance in mosquitoes and other vectors. Here's how researchers are tackling this:

• Improved Insecticide Nets: New nets are being developed that incorporate a combination of insecticides or add sterilizing agents alongside pyrethroids, the current mainstay. Trials in Tanzania with Interceptor G2 nets, combining a pyrethroid and chlorfenapyr, showed promising results against malaria


• Alternative Insecticides: Scientists are exploring new chemical classes for insecticides to stay ahead of resistance. Research is ongoing to find potent and safe alternatives for long-term use.

Beyond Chemicals: Recognizing the limitations of insecticides, researchers are exploring alternative strategies:

• Gene Drive Technology: This futuristic approach modifies mosquito genes to make them resistant to parasites or shorten their lifespan, potentially leading to population decline. While still under development, it has the potential for game-changing vector control.


• Biological Control: Harnessing natural enemies of disease vectors is a promising approach. This includes introducing bacteria like Wolbachia, which can block viruses in mosquitoes, or using predators like dragonflies to target mosquito larvae.

Technological Advancements: Technology is playing an increasingly important role:

• Smart Traps: These traps use lures to attract insects and then kill them. Some advanced versions can even identify specific mosquito species for targeted control.


• Digital Tools: Data collection and analysis tools are being developed to improve vector control programs. These tools can help track mosquito populations, predict outbreaks, and optimize resource allocation.

Integrated Vector Management (IVM): A holistic approach combining chemical, biological, and physical control methods is gaining traction. This multi-pronged strategy aims for sustainable vector control with reduced reliance on any single method.

Market Restraints

• High insecticide resistance


• Environmental hazards

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• Insects 


• Rodents


• Others

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• Biological


• Microbials         


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