# Self-Sanitizing Wallets The Copper Clean Wallet Boasts Antimicrobial Materials By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-clean-wallet References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/08/12/how-often-do-you-clean-disinfect-your-wallet-and-belongings-this-self-sanitizing-copper-wallet-keeps-itself-clean-of-germs/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/2687007/x/23327915?secret_perk_token=a7e05394) The Copper Clean Wallet is a self-cleaning accessory for those looking to keep essentials organized and stored, while also ensuring that things will stay clean throughout daily use. The wallet features a [hard-sided design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reaf-wallet) that will open up to reveal a fan-style section for storing up to 10 cards at a time as well as more than 10 banknotes. This makes the wallet perfect for those looking to carry all their essential cards and cash with them, while the [anti-RFID design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mvst-rfidblocking-alcantara-slim-wallet) means skimming thefts will be kept at bay. The Copper Clean Wallet is paired with a [self-sterilizing material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hahatec-self-sanitizing-toothbrush) on the exterior to make the accessory inhospitable to germs, while also ensuring that the unit can withstand the rough and tumble of daily use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Self-sanitizing Accessories:** There are innovative opportunities in creating self-sanitizing accessories such as bags and phone cases to maintain cleanliness on everyday essentials. - **Antimicrobial Design:** Designing products with antimicrobial materials can be useful not only for wallets but also for other items such as clothing and home furnishings. - **Hard-sided Wallets:** There is potential for creating more hard-sided wallet designs with various features to cater to different preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies can explore creating self-sanitizing products to align with current health concerns. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can incorporate antimicrobial materials in their product designs to provide added value to their customers. - **Finance:** Financial institutions can partner with wallet manufacturers to create custom wallet designs with added security features such as anti-RFID design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Copper-Made Antimicrobial Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staywell-copper.md) - [Protective Fan-Style Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shuffle-wallet.md) - [Multi-Purpose Cooling Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-rfid-wallet.md) - [Self-Cleansing Antimicrobial Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/potr-letterbox.md) - [Hybrid Metallic Leather Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proof-wallet.md) - [Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-smartphone-case.md) - [Worldwide Tracking Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-wallet.md) - [RFID-Blocking Origami Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-wallet.md) - [Sturdy PFAS-Free Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-design-travel-wallets.md)