HOUSEHOLD INSECTICIDES MARKET ANALYSIS

Household Insecticides Market Size and Trends

The household insecticides market is estimated to be valued at USD 18.34 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 28.32 Bn by 2031, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% from 2024 to 2031.

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The household insecticides market has witnessed significant growth over the past few years owing to increasing demand for effective and affordable insect control products. Consumer preference for eco-friendly products coupled with increasing adoption of sprays and fragrance-based essential oil insecticides in homecare is expected to drive market revenues. Furthermore, rising awareness about vector-borne diseases and easy availability of these products through multiple distribution channels including supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, and e-commerce are expected to provide a positive outlook for the industry over the forecast period. The introduction of herbal and plant-extract based products with essential oils is anticipated to garner more customers in developed markets across the U.S., the U.K., Germany, and France.

Drivers of the Market:

Increased prevalence of insect-borne diseases

The household insecticides market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years due to the increasing prevalence of various insect-borne diseases across many regions worldwide. Mosquitoes, flies, cockroaches, and other crawling insects are known vectors for transmitting deadly pathogens that cause malaria, dengue, yellow fever, zika virus, chikungunya, and several other debilitating illnesses. With rising global temperatures and other effects of climate change, the geographical range and transmission seasons of these disease-carrying insects are expanding into new territories. More communities and people are now at the risk of contracting serious infections from insect bites.

Public health experts warn that unless strong preventive actions are taken, insect-borne disease outbreaks may become more severe and widespread. Many international health organizations are implementing awareness campaigns to educate people regarding the identification of disease symptoms and precautions to take. National vaccination programs are also being ramped up for some illnesses. However, reducing contact between insects and humans remains the most effective way to block disease transmission. With limited access to healthcare in several developing nations, household protection from mosquitoes and other insects has become a priority. People now understand the importance of keeping their homes, gardens, and surrounding areas free from stagnant waters and areas that can breed insects. Commercial insecticide products provide reliable solutions to control and repel insects from indoor and outdoor spaces.

Rapid urbanization in developing regions

Another major factor augmenting the worldwide demand for household insecticides is the phenomenon of fast-paced urbanization, especially across Asia Pacific, Africa, and Latin America. Crowded living conditions and lack of proper civic amenities in many newly urbanizing cities and towns give rise to favorable breeding grounds for insects. Improperly managed municipal solid waste and clogged drainage systems are some of the primary reasons for uncontrolled insect infestations. Additionally, warm and humid sub-tropical climates support explosive growth in insect populations. Several developing country cities now struggle to contain outbreaks of flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches, bedbugs, and other pests that enter homes from outside and spread diseases.