GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Cleaning Industry Statistics

Supply chain disruptions challenge cleaning industry, increasing costs and delays.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Key Statistics

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The use of eco-friendly cleaning products has increased by 35% in supply chain demand over the last two years

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Smart sensors integrated in cleaning material supply chains can reduce waste by up to 25%

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The cleaning industry supplies over 10,000 different chemical products used worldwide

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72% of cleaning companies prioritize supply chain resilience as a key strategic focus area in 2023

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The majority of cleaning supply orders (over 60%) are now made through online procurement platforms

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42% of cleaning companies are exploring local sourcing options to mitigate global supply chain risks

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The global cleaning services market is projected to reach USD 74.3 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.3%

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The use of predictive analytics in cleaning supply chain management has grown by 48% since 2021

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The market for automated cleaning equipment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.7%, impacting the supply chain demand for machinery parts

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The import of cleaning chemicals into Europe has increased by 15% over the past year, emphasizing global supply chain shifts

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Approximately 65% of cleaning companies report challenges in supply chain disruptions affecting their operations

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Supply chain costs can account for up to 20% of total expenses for commercial cleaning companies

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Lead times for ordering cleaning chemicals have increased by an average of 15% due to supply chain disruptions

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45% of cleaning companies have had to change suppliers during the past year due to supply chain issues

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The average shelf life of cleaning products in supply channels has decreased by 10% due to expedited shipping needs

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Approximately 40% of cleaning supply chain inventory is held in warehouses within North America

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80% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology in the next year

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55% of cleaning industry players experienced inventory shortages in Q2 2023, with supply chain issues cited as the primary cause

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The global demand for disinfectants increased by over 250% during the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting supply chain logistics

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On average, cleaning supply chain delays now last 2.5 times longer than pre-pandemic levels

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68% of cleaning firms report that supply chain challenges have led to increased operational costs

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30% of cleaning companies have experienced delays in acquiring essential cleaning equipment due to global supply chain disruptions

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24% of all cleaning supplies are now sourced from emerging markets, highlighting global supply chain diversification

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The average procurement cycle for cleaning products has increased from 30 to 45 days, due to supply chain delays

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50% of cleaning supply chain professionals reported stockouts in at least 3 different product categories in Q2 2023

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Key Highlights

  • The global cleaning services market is projected to reach USD 74.3 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.3%
  • Approximately 65% of cleaning companies report challenges in supply chain disruptions affecting their operations
  • The cleaning industry supplies over 10,000 different chemical products used worldwide
  • 72% of cleaning companies prioritize supply chain resilience as a key strategic focus area in 2023
  • The majority of cleaning supply orders (over 60%) are now made through online procurement platforms
  • Supply chain costs can account for up to 20% of total expenses for commercial cleaning companies
  • Lead times for ordering cleaning chemicals have increased by an average of 15% due to supply chain disruptions
  • 45% of cleaning companies have had to change suppliers during the past year due to supply chain issues
  • The use of eco-friendly cleaning products has increased by 35% in supply chain demand over the last two years
  • The average shelf life of cleaning products in supply channels has decreased by 10% due to expedited shipping needs
  • Approximately 40% of cleaning supply chain inventory is held in warehouses within North America
  • 80% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology in the next year
  • Smart sensors integrated in cleaning material supply chains can reduce waste by up to 25%

As the global cleaning industry races toward a projected value of USD 74.3 billion by 2026, manufacturers and service providers alike are grappling with a turbulent supply chain landscape that impacts over 65% of companies and prompts strategic shifts towards resilience, digitalization, and local sourcing.

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-friendly Solutions

  • The use of eco-friendly cleaning products has increased by 35% in supply chain demand over the last two years
  • Smart sensors integrated in cleaning material supply chains can reduce waste by up to 25%

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-friendly Solutions Interpretation

The surge in eco-friendly cleaning products and smart sensor integration signals a conscientious shift toward sustainability in the industry, with a 35% boost in demand and potential waste reductions of up to 25%, proving that cleaning up our supply chains is becoming cleaner and smarter.

Industry Practices and Customer Preferences

  • The cleaning industry supplies over 10,000 different chemical products used worldwide
  • 72% of cleaning companies prioritize supply chain resilience as a key strategic focus area in 2023
  • The majority of cleaning supply orders (over 60%) are now made through online procurement platforms
  • 42% of cleaning companies are exploring local sourcing options to mitigate global supply chain risks

Industry Practices and Customer Preferences Interpretation

In an industry where over 10,000 chemical products keep the world spotless, cleaning companies are increasingly betting on digital platforms and local sourcing—proving that in the race for supply chain resilience, cleanliness begins from the inside out.

Market Size and Growth Trends

  • The global cleaning services market is projected to reach USD 74.3 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.3%
  • The use of predictive analytics in cleaning supply chain management has grown by 48% since 2021
  • The market for automated cleaning equipment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.7%, impacting the supply chain demand for machinery parts
  • The import of cleaning chemicals into Europe has increased by 15% over the past year, emphasizing global supply chain shifts

Market Size and Growth Trends Interpretation

As the cleaning industry spirals toward a future where predictive analytics and automation fuel a $74.3 billion empire by 2026, supply chains are evolving into high-tech battlegrounds, with Europe's chemical import surge and machinery demands underscoring that staying spotless now means staying ahead in a globally synchronized supply network.

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

  • Approximately 65% of cleaning companies report challenges in supply chain disruptions affecting their operations
  • Supply chain costs can account for up to 20% of total expenses for commercial cleaning companies
  • Lead times for ordering cleaning chemicals have increased by an average of 15% due to supply chain disruptions
  • 45% of cleaning companies have had to change suppliers during the past year due to supply chain issues
  • The average shelf life of cleaning products in supply channels has decreased by 10% due to expedited shipping needs
  • Approximately 40% of cleaning supply chain inventory is held in warehouses within North America
  • 80% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology in the next year
  • 55% of cleaning industry players experienced inventory shortages in Q2 2023, with supply chain issues cited as the primary cause
  • The global demand for disinfectants increased by over 250% during the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting supply chain logistics
  • On average, cleaning supply chain delays now last 2.5 times longer than pre-pandemic levels
  • 68% of cleaning firms report that supply chain challenges have led to increased operational costs
  • 30% of cleaning companies have experienced delays in acquiring essential cleaning equipment due to global supply chain disruptions
  • 24% of all cleaning supplies are now sourced from emerging markets, highlighting global supply chain diversification
  • The average procurement cycle for cleaning products has increased from 30 to 45 days, due to supply chain delays
  • 50% of cleaning supply chain professionals reported stockouts in at least 3 different product categories in Q2 2023

Supply Chain Management and Logistics Interpretation

With supply chains in the cleaning industry experiencing unprecedented delays and cost surges—highlighted by a 65% impact on operations, a 20% hike in expenses, and a doubling of procurement times—it's clear that maintaining a sparkling clean future now hinges on smart logistics, diversified sourcing, and a rethinking of technological investments, as the sector grapples with a more turbulent, but increasingly tech-driven, supply landscape.