# UV-Powered Sanitizing Devices Toyoda's Surface Disinfector is Perfect for Cleaning Personal Items By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-09-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyoda References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210826005189/en/Toyoda-Gosei-Launches-UV-C-High-Speed-Surface-Disinfector) & [toyoda-gosei](https://www.toyoda-gosei.com/) Japanese LED device manufacturer Toyoda Gosei has announced the launch of its 'UV-C High-Speed Surface Disinfector,' a [portable device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-sanitation-device) that uses deep ultraviolet LEDs to eliminate viruses and bacteria from everyday items. According to the company, the portable station is capable of killing 99.99% of germs found on commonly used personal items such as smartphones, keys, jewelry, [earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-athtwx9), and more. What makes sets this product apart from other disinfectant devices of a similar nature, is that it can completely sanitize a user's items within 7 seconds thanks to its "special optical mechanism." In addition, unlike other [disinfectant stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picnic-uv) currently emerging on the market, Toyoda Gosei's is being targeted towards commercial businesses including restaurants, hotels, offices, hospitals. Image Credit: Toyoda Gosei ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **UV-C Surface Disinfection:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create portable UV-C devices for instant disinfection of commonly used personal items. - **Quick Sanitization:** Opportunity to develop devices with 'special optical mechanism' which can completely sanitize items within seven seconds, making it ideal for commercial businesses. - **Targeting Commercial Market:** Opportunity for companies to focus on the commercial market such as restaurants, hotels, offices, and hospitals with their UV-C disinfecting products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electronics Manufacturing Industry:** Opportunity for electronics manufacturers to incorporate UV-C disinfecting technology into personal electronic devices such as smartphones, earphones, and laptops. - **Healthcare Industry:** Opportunity for hospitals and healthcare facilities to adopt the use of UV-C devices to protect their staff and patients from harmful germs. - **Hospitality Industry:** Opportunity for hotels and restaurants to use portable UV-C devices for quick sanitization of surfaces between guest visits and food preparation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful UV Sanitation Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer-wand.md) - [Dual-Purpose Device Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totallee-uv-phone-sanitizer.md) - [Mini Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bril-uvc-toothbrush-sanitizer.md) - [AI-Powered Disinfectant Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvceed.md) - [Touchless Disinfection Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvc-led-disinfection-light.md) - [Convenient Home Sanitation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-sanitation-device.md) - [Micro Countertop Dish Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-disinfection-cupboard.md) - [Workstation-Sanitizing Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-desk-light.md) - [Highly Effective Phone Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanstation.md)