Trend cluster
Category

Eco
Disinfectant

Brands that specialize in disinfecting cleaning agents prioritze sustainability.

Sustainable Anti-Bacterial WipesEco-Conscious Cleaning Product PackagingZero-Waste Hand SanitizersEco-Friendly All-Purpose CleanersEco-Friendly Cleaning Products

Trend

What is the Eco Disinfectant trend?

Eco Disinfectant: As disinfecting products continue to be popular post-pandemic, brands in this space are increasingly prioritizing sustinability. This shift includes everything from biodegradable wipes to zero-waste sanitizers.

Insight

The consumer insight behind the Eco Disinfectant trend

Consumers' anxiety around the environment is growing as the consequences of climate change become more apparent. In order to ease some of the guilt they feel around their consumption, more people are prioritizing sustainable consumption and are turning to brands that enable this shift.

Trend themes

Themes within the Eco Disinfectant trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Sustainability prioritization

Cleaning brands are prioritizing sustainability as consumers demand more eco-friendly options.

02

Biodegradable materials

Companies are using biodegradable materials to reduce plastic waste caused by cleaning products.

03

Plant-based solutions

Brands are developing plant-derived solutions, including hand sanitizers and disinfectant wipes, as an alternative to alcohol-based products.

Industry implications

What the Eco Disinfectant trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Cleaning and disinfectant brands

Companies in this industry can prioritize sustainability by using biodegradable materials and plant-based solutions.

For

Waste management

Sustainable cleaning options can reduce plastic waste, providing an opportunity for the waste management industry to expand and innovate.

For

Retail

As more consumers prioritize sustainability, retailers can offer eco-friendly cleaning products to meet the demand.

Workshop question

How is your brand prioritizing sustainability?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Eco Disinfectant

Trend score 6.4 out of 10, from popularity 88%, activity 79%, freshness 25%.

Popularity88%
Activity79%
Freshness25%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Eco Disinfectant trend

11 featured examples from Mar 17, 2021 to Jun 29, 2024
Sustainable Anti-Bacterial Wipes
CategoryEco

Sustainable Anti-Bacterial Wipes

biom Launches its Eco-Friendly Wipe Solutions

A sustainable and eco-friendly option for the traditional cleaning and sanitizing market.

Eco-Conscious Cleaning Product Packaging
CategoryEco

Eco-Conscious Cleaning Product Packaging

Method is Introducing Recovered Coastal Plastic Packaging

Industry focus on using recycled materials for packaging solutions addresses both environmental impact and consumer demand.

Zero-Waste Hand Sanitizers
CategoryEco

Zero-Waste Hand Sanitizers

Cleancult's Plant-Based Foaming Hand Sanitizer is Refillable

The personal care industry can innovate by developing and promoting sustainable and eco-friendly products.

Eco-Friendly All-Purpose Cleaners
CategoryEco

Eco-Friendly All-Purpose Cleaners

Cleancult is Cutting 90% of Single-Use Plastic

Eco-friendly all-purpose cleaners are reshaping the cleaning products industry by introducing sustainable and ethical alternatives to conventional cleaning solutions.

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
CategoryEco

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products

arbOUR Launches Its Plant-Based Cleaning and Laundry Line

Companies in the cleaning products industry can seize the opportunity of developing sustainable and eco-friendly cleaning products that are effective and non-toxic.

Mexican Multipurpose Cleaning Solutions
CategoryEco

Mexican Multipurpose Cleaning Solutions

The 'One Step Cleaner' Pill is Versatile and Biodegradable

By producing and marketing eco-friendly cleaning products, companies can tap into a market that is rapidly transitioning towards sustainable cleaning solutions.

Flushable All-Purpose Wipes
CategoryEco

Flushable All-Purpose Wipes

Twipes are Gently Microbial Biodegradable Wipes That are Safe to Flush

Twipes disrupts the personal care products industry by offering flushable, biodegradable wipes that are safe for the whole body.

Biodegradable Cleaning Wipes
CategoryArt & Design

Biodegradable Cleaning Wipes

The Cheeky Panda Antibacterial Multi-Surface Wipes are FSC-Certified

Cleaning product companies can invest in research and development to create biodegradable and plant-based options in response to consumer demand for eco-friendly products.

Sustainably Packaged Cleaning Products
CategorySocial Good

Sustainably Packaged Cleaning Products

Windex Offers a Multi-Surface Cleaner with Vinegar

Brands innovating in cleaning products with sustainable packaging attract environmentally conscious consumers and comply with tightening environmental regulations.

Biodegradable Disinfectant Wipes
CategoryEco

Biodegradable Disinfectant Wipes

These New Dettol Wipes Promise Sustainability-Friendly Cleaning

The cleaning product industry has an opportunity to innovate and develop sustainable cleaning solutions to meet the demand for eco-friendly products

Sustainable Disinfectant Lineups
CategoryEco

Sustainable Disinfectant Lineups

Robert Scott Unveils the Centrego Renew Disinfectant Line

The cleaning industry stands to benefit from advanced solutions like Centrego Renew, which can enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.