Stringent Government Regulations to Monitor Proper Disposal of Alcohol Wipes

Introduction

Non-biodegradable products cause great harm to the environment; hence, there are devastating effects on both the ecosystem and wildlife. Non-disposable wipes can lead to clogged drainage systems. Companies are making efforts to produce biodegradable alcohol wipes made of natural fibers, such as wooden pulp and cotton, leading to its eco-friendly nature.  Some governments in several countries have banned the use of non-disposable materials to save marine life. They are also keeping transparency in product labeling to make people aware of all types of ingredients used in it along with its safety measures.

Impact of COVID-19

The demand for alcohol wipes has gradually increased due to accelerating consumer awareness towards safe and reliable products.  People are using alcohol wipes for sanitizing products to keep them safe from any infection. They are cleaning-off everything before storing, including reusable shopping bags. With the rise in infectious and contagious diseases, the applications of disinfectant wipes and sterilants are gaining traction. COVID-19 has caused many disruptions in supply chain and distribution channels all across the world. There are several government initiatives that are emphasizing the adoption of several disinfectant products. Brands are focussing on improving their supply channels and strengthening their e-commerce channel.

Key Highlights

• Alcohol Wipes are typically used for sanitizing medical equipment and devices and used to get away with stubborn stains on household surfaces.
• Alcohol Wipes also has excellent application in the food and beverage industry, mandatory under certain rules and regulations.
• There isan increasing number of supermarkets focusing on consumer desires for variability in products, therebyboosting the demand for alcohol wipes.
• Several features of synthetic wipes such as softness, heat resistance absorbance, lightweight,propels the growth of alcohol wipes market.
• The Asia-Pacific market is expected to expand over the forecast period due to rising consumer awareness and the developing healthcare industry.

Competitive Players

1. Cardinal Health Inc (US)
2. CleanFinity Brands (US)
3. Pal International Ltd (England)
4. Robinson Healthcare Ltd (UK)
5. The Clorox Co (US)
6. GAMA Healthcare Ltd (UK)
7. Whitminster International (UK)
8. Diamond Wipes International Inc (US)
9. Clarisan (England)
10. 3M Company (US)

Recent Developments

• January 2024 - Ginni Filaments Limited, in response to the growing Indian wipes market, launched a sustainable initiative to manufacture wet wipes from recycled PET bottles. This eco-friendly approach is consistent with the company's commitment to environmental responsibility, helping to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability in the hygiene products industry.

Segmentation

1. By Type
   1. Soft Sanitizing Wipes
   2. Sensitive Skin Wipes
   3. Others
2. By Fabric Material
   1. Natural
   2. Synthetic
3. By Distribution Channels
   1. Supermarkets & hypermarkets
   2. Convenience stores
   3. Specialty stores
   4. Online
   5. Others
4. By End-User
   1. Household
   2. Commercial