The global portable UV sanitizing boxes market was valued at USD 97.08 million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 305.4 million by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 15.2 % during the forecast period, 2021 – 2028. The growth of the market is attributed to increasing concerns about the rising rate of infectious diseases, low power consumption, and ease for cleaning small objects in commercial spaces and home.
The UV sanitizing boxes work by using special bulbs that can produce the right amount of ultra violet light required for killing bacteria on smooth surfaces. UV light is considered effective, as it damages the DNA of virus or bacteria.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities:
- Increasing incidences of infections in hospitals, rising cases of chronic diseases, and increasing number of surgical operations are boosting the demand for portable UV sanitizing boxes.
- Demand for UV portable sanitizing boxes has increased, due to its environment-friendly and non-toxic nature.
- Chemical cleansers are ineffective in removing spores and molds; however UV light is effective in destroying them.
- Bacteria from grocery items, doorknobs, and staircase grills are transferred and retained on purses, keychains, and mobile phones. Hence proper sanitization of these items is needed. This factor is estimated to propel the market.
- Increasing usage of surface disinfectants such as isopropyl alcohol wipes to wipe out any nonporous and hard surfaces is hampering the growth of the market.
Scope of the Report:
The report on the portable UV sanitizing boxes market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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Global Portable UV Sanitizing Boxes Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2020
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Historic Data
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2018–2019
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Applications (Residential and Commercial), Distribution Channels (Online and Offline), and Regions
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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CleanSlate UV, PhoneSoap LLC, Phone Tubs, LovingCase (Shenzhen Nuoweir Co.), PhonoClean, HoMedics USA LLC, Coospider beauty, Sterilize My Phone LLC, ANPEI smart medical device technology (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., and Munchkin, Inc.
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Market Segment Insights:
The residential segment held a major share of around 63% of the total revenue share in 2019
Based on applications, the global portable UV sanitizing boxes market is segregated as residential and commercial. The residential segment is expected to expand at a robust CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing awareness among consumers is expected to propel the residential segment. Launch of advanced products in the portable UV sanitizing boxes market is raising the demand among tech-savvy consumers. For instance, in April 2020, Totallee launched a UV phone sanitizer with features such as dual bulb for maximum killing of germs and bacteria through UVC and UVB rays, along with charging facility. Additionally, it cleans wallets, air pods, and keys.
The commercial segment is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 14.3% during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is attributed to rising adoption of portable UV sanitizing boxes in clinics and hospitals, R&D centers, corporate offices, educational institutes, and malls to reduce contamination by daily usage items such as wallets, phone, earbuds, and watches. For example, Samsung offered Galaxy Sanitizing Service in 2020 at zero cost to consumers. It sanitizes phones with UV-C light to kill bacteria and germs. According to Samsung service centers in Malaysia, the service is available across the whole country. These factors are expected to fuel the market during the forecast period.
The offline segment held a major share of around 65% of the total revenue in 2019
On the basis of distribution channels, the global portable UV sanitizing boxes market is bifurcated as online and offline. The offline segment is expected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period. Customers prefer to buy portable UV sanitizing boxes from offline specialty stores to find the right fit, understand its mechanism and functionality, and avail the after-sales service. Additionally, several retailers in the market have sales representatives, who can physically demonstrate the product to consumers. These factors are responsible for the segment growth during the forecast period.
The online segment is estimated to expand at a substantial CAGR of 16% during the forecast period. Growth in social media marketing is expected to boost the online distribution channel. Accessibility of various products with features such as easy return policy is changing consumers preference towards the online segment. Additionally, consumers prefer buying online to avail discounts.
The market in North America held a major share of more than 40% of total revenue in 2019
In terms of regions, the global portable UV sanitizing boxes market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. The market in North America is expected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period. Growth of the market in the region is attributed to innovation in products coupled with consumers’ readiness to spend on advanced and value-added products. Rising usage of sanitizing devices in several residential and healthcare sectors is boosting the market in the region.
The market in Asia Pacific is expected to expand at a CAGR of 16% during the forecast period and is estimated to create a revenue of USD 109.4 million. Most of the revenue is generated by China. Growth in the region is attributed to high purchasing power among the consumers, low cost of local manufactured products, and the presence of major companies in the country.
Segments
The global portable UV sanitizing boxes market has been segmented on the basis of
Applications
Distribution Channel
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the global portable UV sanitizing boxes market include CleanSlate UV, PhoneSoap LLC, Phone Tubs, LovingCase (Shenzhen Nuoweir Co.), PhonoClean, HoMedics USA LLC, Coospider beauty, Sterilize My Phone LLC, ANPEI smart medical device technology (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., and Munchkin, Inc. Major companies are concentrating on expanding their business and adopting advanced technologies to meet the customers demand for portable UV sanitizing boxes. Companies in the market test the product before offering them to consumers.