The antimicrobial plastics market comprises various plastic products infused with antimicrobial agents to inhibit the growth of microorganisms. These plastics are used in a wide range of applications including medical devices & equipment, toilet seats, food packaging, and consumer goods among others. Their self-sanitizing nature finds extensive usage in healthcare settings and other places...

The global Antimicrobial Plastics market is predominantly driven by the rising demand for antimicrobial applications across multiple end-use industries such as healthcare, packaging, food and beverage, and consumer goods. Antimicrobial plastics possess inherent disinfectant properties that help inhibit microbial growth and significantly reduce surface contamination. These materials are...

Antimicrobial plastics are plastic materials that have been chemically modified or treated to reduce the ability of microbes such as bacteria, fungi, and algae to colonize their surfaces. These plastics accomplish this through the use of antimicrobial agents added during the manufacturing process. How Antimicrobial Agents Work The main types of antimicrobial agents used include metal ions,...