High Level Disinfection Services Market Trends and Forecast 2034

Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis- By Services, By Compound, By End User - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034

Published: Sep-2025 Report ID: MEDE2559 Pages: 1 - 259 Formats*:     
Category : Medical Devices
Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Introduction and Overview 

According to SPER Market Research, the Global High Level Disinfection Services Market is estimated to reach USD 57.44 billion by 2034 with a CAGR 7.64%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The global High Level Disinfection Services Market was valued at USD 27.51 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 7.64% from 2025 to 2034. The demand for high-level disinfection services is rising due to an increase in hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), a growing number of surgical procedures, and the rising prevalence of infectious and chronic diseases. Contributing factors include poor hygiene in healthcare settings, overuse of antibiotics, and the need for stringent infection control. HAIs can result in bloodstream infections, surgical site infections, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and Clostridium difficile infections. The market is in a moderate growth stage but is accelerating, driven by heightened awareness and a greater focus on patient safety and infection prevention.
By Services:
The outsourced segment led the market and is expected to continue its strong growth due to its cost-effectiveness, use of advanced technologies, and ability to offer tailored cleaning solutions. Hospitals and diagnostic centers often prefer outsourcing disinfection services, as it aligns with evolving global healthcare practices. This trend is also opening up new opportunities for manufacturers of high-level disinfection equipment. Meanwhile, the in-house segment is projected to grow steadily, offering greater control but facing higher costs and operational demands. Compared to outsourcing, in-house disinfection may see slower adoption during the forecast period.

By Compound:
The glutaraldehyde segment led the market and is expected to grow steadily due to its widespread use in endoscopic procedures and surgical unit reprocessing. It has long been a preferred high-level disinfectant for reusable surgical instruments in healthcare settings. The increasing volume of surgical procedures and concerns over hospital-acquired infections linked to surgical equipment are driving demand for glutaraldehyde-based solutions. Meanwhile, the ortho-phthalaldehyde segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate, as it offers superior microbial activity, enhanced safety, better pH stability, and broader material compatibility, making it a favored alternative in many healthcare facilities.

By End-use:
The hospitals and clinics segment led the market and is expected to grow rapidly, driven by rising healthcare-associated infections, increased surgical procedures, strict safety protocols, and medical waste management needs. These factors have heightened the demand for high-level disinfection services in clinical settings. The diagnostic laboratories segment is also poised for strong growth due to the increasing need for sterility and accuracy in testing. The surge in infectious diseases has expanded diagnostic workloads, requiring effective disinfection practices. Additionally, regulatory guidelines and safety protocols in research labs further support the adoption of disinfection solutions.

Regional Insights:
North America dominates the high-level disinfection services market and is expected to maintain its lead due to factors such as an aging population, rising cases of chronic illnesses, and the presence of key industry players. The growing burden of conditions like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes has led to increased hospital admissions, fueling demand for disinfection services. In contrast, the Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the fastest pace, driven by rising chronic disease rates and advancements in disinfection technology. India, in particular, is witnessing rapid market expansion due to the high prevalence of hospital-acquired infections among hospitalized patients.



Market Competitive Landscape:
The High Level Disinfection Services Market is highly consolidated. Some of the market key players are STERIS, Fortive (ASP - Advanced Sterilization Products), Getinge AB, Steelco S.p.A, Ecolab, GE Healthcare, Altapure, Olympus Corporation, Microchem Laboratory, Metrex Research, LLC, EcoFMR, Jani-King International, Inc, Rentokil Initial plc.

Recent Developments:
In July 2024, STERIS announced a new ethylene oxide processing facility in Singapore to expand EO capacity and support medical device manufacturing in Asia.
In June 2024, Metall Zug and Miele formed a joint venture, merging Belimed and Steelco under the new brand SteelcoBelimed to strengthen their position in Infection Control and Life Science.

Scope of the report:
Report Metric Details
 Market size available for years2021-2034
 Base year considered2024
 Forecast period2025-2034
 Segments coveredBy Services, By Compound, By End User
 Regions coveredNorth America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
 Companies CoveredSTERIS, Fortive (ASP - Advanced Sterilization Products), Getinge AB, Steelco S.p.A, Ecolab, GE Healthcare, Altapure, Olympus Corporation, Microchem Laboratory, Metrex Research, LLC, EcoFMR, Jani-King International, Inc, Rentokil Initial plc.
Key Topics Covered in the Report
  • Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Size (FY’2021-FY’2034)
  • Overview of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Segmentation of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market By Services (In house, Outsource)
  • Segmentation of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market By Compound (Formaldehyde, Glutaraldehyde, Ortho-phthalaldehyde, Hydrogen Peroxide, Peracetic Acid, Others)
  • Segmentation of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market By End-use (Hospitals & Clinics, Diagnostic Laboratories, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies, Academic and Research Institutes, Others)
  • Statistical Snap of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Expansion Analysis of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Problems and Obstacles in Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Competitive Landscape in the Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Details on Current Investment in Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Competitive Analysis of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Prominent Players in the Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • SWOT Analysis of Global High Level Disinfection Services Market
  • Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2025-FY’2034)
  • Recommendations from Analyst
1.Introduction
1.1.Scope of the report
1.2.Market segment analysis 

2.Research Methodology
2.1.Research data source
2.1.1.Secondary Data
2.1.2.Primary Data
2.1.3.SPERs internal database
2.1.4.Premium insight from KOLs
2.2.Market size estimation
2.2.1.Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3.Data triangulation

3.Executive Summary

4.Market Dynamics
4.1.Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1.Drivers
4.1.2.Restraints
4.1.3.Opportunities
4.1.4.Challenges

5.Market variable and outlook
5.1.SWOT Analysis
5.1.1.Strengths
5.1.2.Weaknesses
5.1.3.Opportunities
5.1.4.Threats
5.2.PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1.Political Landscape
5.2.2.Economic Landscape
5.2.3.Social Landscape
5.2.4.Technological Landscape
5.2.5.Environmental Landscape
5.2.6.Legal Landscape
5.3.PORTERs Five Forces 
5.3.1.Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2.Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3.Threat of Substitute
5.3.4.Threat of new entrant
5.3.5.Competitive rivalry
5.4.Heat Map Analysis

6.Competitive Landscape
6.1.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type 
6.2.Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global High Level Disinfection Services Market

7.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, By Services, (USD Million) 2021-2034 
7.1.In house
7.2.Outsource

8.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, By Compound, (USD Million) 2021-2034 
8.1.Formaldehyde
8.2.Glutaraldehyde
8.3.Ortho-phthalaldehyde
8.4.Hydrogen Peroxide
8.5.Peracetic Acid
8.6.Others

9.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, By End-use, (USD Million) 2021-2034 
9.1.Hospitals & Clinics
9.2.Diagnostic Laboratories
9.3.Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies
9.4.Academic and Research Institutes
9.5.Others

10.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, (USD Million) 2021-2034 
10.1.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market Size and Market Share

11.Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
11.1.Asia-Pacific
11.1.1.Australia
11.1.2.China
11.1.3.India
11.1.4.Japan
11.1.5.South Korea
11.1.6.Rest of Asia-Pacific
11.2.Europe
11.2.1.France
11.2.2.Germany
11.2.3.Italy
11.2.4.Spain
11.2.5.United Kingdom
11.2.6.Rest of Europe
11.3.Middle East and Africa
11.3.1.Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 
11.3.2.United Arab Emirates
11.3.3.Qatar
11.3.4.South Africa
11.3.5.Egypt
11.3.6.Morocco
11.3.7.Nigeria
11.3.8.Rest of Middle-East and Africa
11.4.North America
11.4.1.Canada
11.4.2.Mexico
11.4.3.United States
11.5.Latin America
11.5.1.Argentina
11.5.2.Brazil
11.5.3.Rest of Latin America 

12.Company Profile
12.1.STERIS
12.1.1.Company details
12.1.2.Financial outlook
12.1.3.Product summary 
12.1.4.Recent developments
12.2.Fortive (ASP- Advanced Sterilization Products)
12.2.1.Company details
12.2.2.Financial outlook
12.2.3.Product summary 
12.2.4.Recent developments
12.3.Getinge AB
12.3.1.Company details
12.3.2.Financial outlook
12.3.3.Product summary 
12.3.4.Recent developments
12.4.Steelco S.p. A
12.4.1.Company details
12.4.2.Financial outlook
12.4.3.Product summary 
12.4.4.Recent developments
12.5.Ecolab
12.5.1.Company details
12.5.2.Financial outlook
12.5.3.Product summary 
12.5.4.Recent developments
12.6.GE Healthcare
12.6.1.Company details
12.6.2.Financial outlook
12.6.3.Product summary 
12.6.4.Recent developments
12.7.Altapure
12.7.1.Company details
12.7.2.Financial outlook
12.7.3.Product summary 
12.7.4.Recent developments
12.8.Olympus Corporation
12.8.1.Company details
12.8.2.Financial outlook
12.8.3.Product summary 
12.8.4.Recent developments
12.9.Microchem Laboratory
12.9.1.Company details
12.9.2.Financial outlook
12.9.3.Product summary 
12.9.4.Recent developments
12.10.Metrex Research, LLC
12.10.1.Company details
12.10.2.Financial outlook
12.10.3.Product summary 
12.10.4.Recent developments
12.11.EcoFMR
12.11.1.Company details
12.11.2.Financial outlook
12.11.3.Product summary 
12.11.4.Recent developments
12.12.Jani-King International, Inc
12.12.1.Company details
12.12.2.Financial outlook
12.12.3.Product summary 
12.12.4.Recent developments
12.13.Rentokil Initial plc
12.13.1.Company details
12.13.2.Financial outlook
12.13.3.Product summary 
12.13.4.Recent developments
12.14.Others

13.Conclusion

14.List of Abbreviations

15.Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
High Level Disinfection Services Market is projected to reach USD 57.44 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.64% during the forecast period.
High Level Disinfection Services Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 57.44 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 7.64% during the forecast period.
High Level Disinfection Services Market CAGR of 7.64% during the forecast period.
High Level Disinfection Services Market size is USD 57.44 billion from 2025 to 2034.
High Level Disinfection Services Market covered By Services, By Compound, By End User
The North America is anticipated to have the highest Market share in the High Level Disinfection Services Market.
STERIS, Fortive (ASP - Advanced Sterilization Products), Getinge AB, Steelco S.p.A, Ecolab, GE Healthcare, Altapure, Olympus Corporation, Microchem Laboratory, Metrex Research, LLC, EcoFMR, Jani-King International, Inc, Rentokil Initial plc.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global High Level Disinfection Services Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis.
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