Global Metal Biocide Market - 2023-2030

Market Overview

The global metal biocide market US$ 3,712.3 million in 2022 and is projected to witness lucrative growth by reaching up to US$ 5,611.3 million by 2030. The market is growing at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

Biocides are used in formulations to keep bacteria from spoiling paint during storage. In addition to conventional practices, copper has been used in therapeutic settings to reduce the risk of bacterial and virus contamination. Copper is an important micronutrient for all living organisms, including plants and it acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in respiration and electron transport proteins. At the same time, Cu serves as a broad-spectrum biocide at higher concentrations because of its interaction with nucleic acids, interference with the energy transport system, disruption of enzyme active sites, and the disruption of the integrity of cell membranes. Several inorganic Cu formulations have been invented and used as biocides to contain plant pathogenic bacteria, oomycetes, fungi, and in some instances, invertebrates and algae.

Market Dynamics

Rising Demand for Antifouling Paints is Anticipated to Grow the Metal Biocide Market Growth

Antifouling paints are used on the outer layer of ship hulls to control the settlement and growth of aquatic organisms. When a ship enters seawater, organic molecules stockpile on its surface and a biofilm settles on the organic molecules within hours. Since the prohibition of tributyltin in antifouling paints, numerous alternative biocides have been introduced to control the settlement and growth of marine organisms on ship hulls. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development projects said that by 2060, there will be 19 billion tonnes of maritime trade, up from 11 billion tonnes in 2016. This is anticipated to raise demand for metal biocides and, in turn, stimulate demand for antifouling paints.

Increasing Demand from Various End-use Industries is Expected to Fuel the Metal Biocide Market

The construction industry is one of the major end-use industries for metal biocides. As per the World Bank, the global construction industry is expected to reach USD 15.5 trillion by 2030. The increasing construction activities in emerging economies such as India and China, coupled with the growing awareness about the importance of metal biocides in construction materials. The water treatment industry is another major end-use industry for metal biocides. The global water treatment market was valued at USD 34.9 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2021 to 2028. The growing demand for clean water, coupled with the increasing use of metal biocides in water treatment applications, is expected to drive the growth of the metal biocide market.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The demand for metal biocide has decreased from some of its end-user sectors, including paint and coatings. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, the past two years have not been encouraging for the worldwide paints & coatings sector. The effectiveness of silver nanomaterials as anti-viral agents has been confirmed in humans against different viruses. Nanobiocides-based AgNMs are effectively applied to eliminate coronaviruses as the cause of different diseases in animals and humans, particularly fatal human respiratory infections. The NMs act effectively against CoVs, because of the fundamental anti-viral structures like reactive oxygen species and photo-dynamic and photo-thermal abilities.

AI Impact

The market for metal biocide is predicted to be significantly impacted using artificial intelligence (AI). AI can be utilized to create new metal biocide products more effectively. It can assist in locating promising compounds with antibacterial capabilities and forecast how effective they would be in combating different microbes. This could aid in the creation of more efficient metal biocide solutions with fewer adverse effects.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact

The market for metal biocide is likely to be impacted by the current war between Russia and Ukraine. Conflict can sabotage metal biocide product supply networks, resulting in shortages and price rises. According to a United Nations report, the conflict in eastern Ukraine is thought to have killed 13,000 people and seriously damaged the region's infrastructure. The production and distribution of metal biocide products may be hampered by this damage, which could also reduce demand.

Segment Analysis

The global metal biocide market is segmented based on type, end-user, and region.

Significant applications in consumer products and medical devices will boost the demand for the silver biocides segment

In 2020, CEA-Irig researchers developed a Safer-by-Design concept for nanomaterials. It consists of silver nanoparticle assembly merged by a bio-inspired molecule that binds to the surface of the nanoparticles through its 3 thiol functions. The result is a nanomaterial that releases Ag(I) ions in a controlled and slow manner, in contrast to the AgNPs currently used as biocides, which undergo an uncontrolled transformation and product release processes. The developed AgNP assemblies establish a scaffolding that shields the nanoparticles from massive transformations induced by numerous environmental conditions.

Geographical Analysis

North America is the Fastest-growing Market of Metal Biocide Industry

The North American region is one of the significant markets for metal biocides, with the United States being the largest consumer of metal biocides in the region. The growing construction industry in the United States, coupled with increasing concerns about water-borne diseases, is expected to drive the demand for metal biocides in the region. Additionally, the increasing demand for antimicrobial coatings in the healthcare industry is expected to contribute to the growth of the metal biocide market in North America. The United States is a significant contributor to the global healthcare industry, which is a key end-use industry for metal biocides.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players include LANXESS, Clariant, Troy Corporation, BASF SE, Milliken Chemical Company, DOW, Lonza, Noble Biomaterials Inc., SteriTouch Ltd, and Renaissance Chemicals Ltd.

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