Market Forecast By Types (Surfactants, Solvents, Disinfectants and Sanitizers, Specialty Chemicals), By End User Industry (Manufacturing & Heavy Industry, Food and Beverage Processing, Automotive & Transportation, Mining and Metalwork, Energy and Utilities), By Sector (Commercial, Industrial), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online) and competitve landscape
Product Code: ETC10153006 | Publication Date: Mar 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 74 | No. of Figures: 20 | No. of Tables: 6 |
South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Report thoroughly covers the market market by types, end user industry, sector and distribution channel. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing South Africa B2B Cleaning Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The South Africa B2B cleaning market has witnessed robust growth from 2021 to 2024, driven by rising commercial developments and an expanding industrial sector. In 2023, commercial property transactions totaled approximately $931.3 million, alongside a 21% surge in retail real estate investment and a 150% increase in investment footprint, amplifying the demand for cleaning products in high-footfall areas. Additionally, the manufacturing sector’s GDP contribution grew from 11.7% in 2020 to 13% in 2023, reflecting industrial expansion. Significant investments, such as a $92 million tire plant upgrade and a $216.4 million Volkswagen Kariega manufacturing facility, have further propelled demand for industrial cleaning solutions such as degreasers and solvents, accelerating market expansion.
According to 6Wresearch, South Africa B2B Cleaning Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025-2031F. The South Africa B2B cleaning market is poised for sustained growth, driven by expanding healthcare infrastructure and the rapid development of the food and beverage industry. Healthcare funding increased by 2.7% for 2023/24, alongside the construction of 157 community health centers and clinics, amplifying demand for professional cleaning services. Major projects, including the $270.3 million Tygerberg Hospital redevelopment and the $1.215 billion Limpopo Central Hospital project, have further strengthened the sector's infrastructure. Meanwhile, South Africa’s fast-food industry is set to grow at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2024 to 2028, reflecting rising demand for takeaway outlets and dining spaces. In the food and beverage sector, significant investments, such as Heineken’s $200 million brewery and South African Breweries’ $315.8 million production expansion, are driving industry growth. As these sectors grow, the demand for stringent hygiene and sanitation standards would rise, driving increased adoption of industrial and commercial cleaning solutions in the coming years.
The growing emphasis on hygiene, stringent health regulations, and increasing awareness of sanitation are driving the demand for disinfectants and sanitizers in South Africa’s B2B cleaning market. Post-pandemic concerns, disease outbreaks, and a shift towards enhanced workplace sanitation further drive their adoption, making them a key growth segment in the coming years.
The Mining and Metalwork sector is set to experience the highest growth in South Africa B2B cleaning market due to harsh working conditions requiring regular cleaning, increasing automation necessitating equipment maintenance, and rising environmental concerns fueling demand for eco-friendly industrial cleaning solutions, thereby anticipated to boost the need for high-performance cleaning products and services.
The Commercial sector is set to experience the highest growth in South Africa’s B2B cleaning market due to expanding corporate spaces, shopping centers, and hospitality establishments. Increased foot traffic, heightened awareness of hygiene, and stringent cleaning protocols are driving demand for advanced cleaning solutions, making commercial cleaning a key growth driver in the market.
The online segment in South Africa’s B2B cleaning market is expected to witness the highest growth due to increasing digitalization, and competitive pricing. Businesses are anticipated to shift their focus on buying cleaning solutions from online platforms owing to their convenience, wider product selection, and direct manufacturer access. Additionally, improved logistics, rising e-commerce adoption, and cost-effective supply chain solutions are driving this rapid expansion.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
1. Executive Summary |
2. Introduction |
2.1 Report Description |
2.2 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.3 Market Scope and Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Overview |
3.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues (2021-2031F) |
3.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Industry Life Cycle |
3.3 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Porter’s Five Forces |
4. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Trends & Evolution |
6. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Overview, By Types |
6.1. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues and Revenue Share, By Types, 2024 & 2031F |
6.1.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Surfactants, 2021-2031F |
6.1.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Solvents, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Disinfectants and Sanitizers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Specialty Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
7. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Overview, By End User Industry |
7.1. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues and Revenue Share, By End User Industry, 2024 & 2031F |
7.1.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Manufacturing & Heavy Industry, 2021-2031F |
7.1.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Food and Beverage Processing, 2021-2031F |
7.1.3 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Automotive & Transportation, 2021-2031F |
7.1.4 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Mining and Metalwork, 2021-2031F |
7.1.5 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Energy & Utilities, 2021-2031F |
8. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Overview, By Sector |
8.1. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues and Revenue Share, By Sector, 2024 & 2031F |
8.1.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Commercial, 2021-2031F |
8.1.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
9. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Overview, By Distribution Channel |
9.1. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues and Revenue Share, By Distribution Channel, 2024 & 2031F |
9.1.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Offline, 2021-2031F |
9.1.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Online, 2021-2031F |
10. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Key Performance Indicators |
11. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment |
11.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2031F |
11.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User Industry, 2031F |
11.3 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sector, 2031F |
11.4 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2031F |
12. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Competitive Landscape |
12.1 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenue Ranking, By Top 3 Companies (2024) |
12.2 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Technical Parameters |
12.3 South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters |
13. Company Profiles |
13.1 Bidvest Steiner |
13.2 Industroclean |
13.3 Procter & Gamble |
13.4 Unilever South Africa |
13.5 Cleaning Africa Services (Pty) Ltd |
13.6 Blendwell Chemicals |
13.7 Henkel |
13.8 Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG |
13.9 Deluxe Chemicals |
13.10 DynaChem South Africa (Pty) Ltd |
13.11 Reckitt Benckiser Group plc |
14. Key Strategic Recommendations |
15. Disclaimer |
List of Figures |
1. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, 2021-2031F (USD Million) |
2. South Africa Investment Activity Overview, By Sector, (in $ Million), (2020-2023) |
3. South Africa Manufacturing Sector Contribution to GDP, Value Added (in %) |
4. Building Plans Approved By Larger Municipalities Across South Africa |
5. Real GDP growth of South Africa, 2021-2026F, ( in % ) |
6. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenue Share, By Types , 2024 & 2031F |
7. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenue Share, By End User Industry, 2024 & 2031F |
8. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenue Share, By Sector, 2024 & 2031F |
9. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenue Share, By Distribution Channel, 2024 & 2031F |
10. South Africa Health Expenditure Per Capita & Percentage share to GDP, 2018 -2022 |
11. South Africa Healthcare Sector Ongoing Trends and Outlook, 2023 |
12. South Africa Major Healthcare Sector Projects |
13. South African Food and Beverage Production Value, by Sector, (in US$ billion), 2022 |
14. South Africa Capital expenditure on new assets in the food and beverages industry, 2022 (in $ million) |
15. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2031F ($ Million) |
16. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User Industry, 2031F ($ Million) |
17. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sector, 2031F ($ Million) |
18. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2031F ($ Million) |
19. Top Three Provinces with the Most Fast-Food Restaurants in South Africa. |
20. Number of stores of Key Fast Food Chains in South Africa |
List of tables |
1. Major Upcoming Commercial Projects in South Africa |
2. Key Industrial Sector Projects in South Africa |
3. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Types , 2021-2031F, (USD Million) |
4. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By End User Industry, 2021-2031F, (USD Million) |
5. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Sector, 2021-2031F, (USD Million) |
6. South Africa B2B Cleaning Market Revenues, By Distribution Channel, 2021-2031F, (USD Million) |