# Sanitizing Protective Wraps HANDSHIELD is Treated to Fight Bacteria and Viruses By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-01-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handshield References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/handshield-a-covid-19-wrap-for-hand-protection-on-supermarketairport-carts-and-urban-surfaces-is-coming-to-north-america-301211667.html) & [hands-shield](http://www.hands-shield.com) HANDSHIELD is a hand protection wrap that's treated with Si Bac Pure, a patented formulation that's known for its efficacy against [viruses, including coronaviruses, and bacteria](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prevasive-botanical-disinfectant). The versatile wrap has the potential to be used around the vertical poles used by standing passengers on public transit or shopping cart handles Thanks to the [sanitizing treatment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hahatec-self-sanitizing-toothbrush) on the product, HANDSHIELD remains effective for up to 100 washes. The protective wrap can also easily be integrated into everyday life when it comes to opening doors or using railings and handles, as it helps to minimize contact with [high-touch surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunshing-s-pure-thermos) that could potentially be contaminated. Already in circulation in Europe, the solution is now coming to North American consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Protective Surface Coating:** Innovative coating technologies have the potential to provide continuous protection against viruses and bacteria. - **Remote Work Equipment:** Products such as HANDSHIELD can be part of a larger trend to make remote work equipment portable and effective for a range of daily activities. - **Medical Protective Equipment 2.0:** HANDSHIELD and similar products present an opportunity to improve on traditional medical protective equipment that is often bulky, uncomfortable, and restrictive. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Medical Equipment:** HANDSHIELD and similar products provide an opportunity for innovation in medical protective equipment manufacturing. - **Personal Protective Equipment:** The growing demand for personal protective equipment presents opportunities for innovation in product design and manufacturing. - **Cleaning and Sanitization:** Innovative sanitizing solutions such as HANDSHIELD present an opportunity for businesses in the cleaning and sanitization industry to provide more effective and convenient products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Touch-Free Santizing Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-free-pen.md) - [Shopping Cart Disinfecting Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sliball.md) - [Copper-Made Antimicrobial Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staywell-copper.md) - [Self-Cleaning Glass Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-cleaning-glass.md) - [Potent Water-Based Wipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-disinfectant-wipes.md) - [Grab-and-Go Glove Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glove-packs.md) - [Powerful UV Sanitation Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer-wand.md) - [Clean Workstation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workstation-kit.md) - [Medical-Grade Surface Disinfectants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s7xtra.md)