United Kingdom Infection Control Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The U.K. Infection Control Market Size was valued at USD 1.35 Billion in 2023.
• The Market is growing at a CAGR of 12.36% from 2023 to 2033
• The U.K. Infection Control Market Size is expected to reach USD 4.33 Billion by 2033

The United Kingdom Infection Control Market is anticipated to exceed USD 4.33 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 12.36% from 2023 to 2033. The growing geriatric population and the need for infection control are driving the growth of the infection control market in the UK.     

Market Overview

Infection control involves the prevention or control of infections in healthcare environments, including laboratories, hospitals, and other settings. There is a growing concern among offices, manufacturing facilities, end-user businesses, and other organizations about working in healthier surroundings. This is driving up demand for infection control solutions in the UK by encouraging investments in higher-quality goods as well as the development of better healthcare facilities and services. The incidence of E. Coli bacteremia cases in the UK has been rising annually, according to statistics from NHS Foundation Trust. To address this, DH aims to reduce gram-negative bacteremia by 50% by 2024–2025.  A comprehensive approach to healthcare is necessary rather than concentrating just on the care provided by acute trusts. The most recent government action and strategy plan, "Infectious Diseases Strategy 2020-2025 by Public Health England," aims to reduce infectious disease outbreaks and enhance public health facilities. It is being carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organization. Perspective trends such as evolving glove technology, rising healthcare expenditures, and growth in developing economies present a positive outlook. The development of environmentally friendly substitutes, specialized gloves to meet particular medical requirements, and utilizing digital technology for compliance tracking and training are leveraging opportunities for infection control.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK infection control market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom infection control market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the UK infection control market.

Driving Factors

There is an increasing demand for health and hygiene products in the region owing to the implementation of programs and strategic plans for facilitating the reduction of causes of infection due to Hepatitis B, C, and tuberculosis. The "Infectious Diseases Strategy 2020–2025 by Public Health England" is a new program and strategy plan that the World Health Organization, the NHS, local governments, and Public Health England have collaborated to implement. Due to the country's growing senior population, there is a need for better healthcare facilities with senior-specific infection control facilities due to their vulnerability to infections which is expected to drive the market growth. In addition, the involvement of government initiatives for improving the health and well-being of its elderly population is propelling the market.

Restraining Factors

The increased implementation costs restrict the expansion of infection control standards which leads to hampering market growth. Further, the complexity of infection control procedures due to increased regulatory compliances is restraining the UK infection control market.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom Infection Control Market share is classified into product and end-user industry.

• The disinfectant segment dominates the market with the largest market share during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom infection control market is segmented by product into disinfectant, sterilization, low-temperature sterilization, heat sterilization, and contact sterilization. Among these, the disinfectant segment dominates the market with the largest market share during the forecast period. The rising number of diseases surges the need for these products. Further, increasing surgical procedures and focus on food sterilization and disinfection are expected to drive the market demand.   

• The healthcare segment accounted for the largest revenue share of the UK infection control market during the forecast period.       

Based on the end-user industry, the U.K. infection control market is divided into healthcare, food & beverages, and chemical. Among these, the healthcare segment accounted for the largest revenue share of the UK infection control market during the forecast period. One of the main tasks performed in healthcare institutions is infection control, which guards against unintentional illnesses for both patients and staff. The government's beneficial programs, laws, and regulations aimed at promoting infection control are contributing to the market expansion.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the U.K. infection control market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• 3M
• Belimed
• Olympus Corporation
• GAMA Healthcare Ltd.
• Envirolyte Group
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In November 2021, Derma UK announced the launch of a new Hibitane Obstetric Cream 50ml pack size in response to the increasing need to reduce the spread of infections across all NHS departments.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at U.K., regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom Infection Control Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

UK Infection Control Market, By Product

• Disinfectant
• Sterilization
• Low-Temperature Sterilization
• Heat Sterilization
• Contact Sterilization

UK Infection Control Market, By End-User Industry

• Healthcare
• Food & Beverages
• Chemical