According to the US Census Bureau, nearly one-third of the American workforce, and half of all information workers, are able to work from home. The number of people working partially or fully remote has been on the rise for years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated this trend. Earlier this month, UK-based startup network Founders … [Read more...]
Pandemic response products – supply & demand surge
With the COVID-19 situation showing the importance of hygiene and staying protected against viruses, essentials for disinfection and personal or workplace safety are rising in demand - and supply. Disinfection must-haves, include sterilization chambers - which in some models can even detect body temperature and identify faces - UV lamps and soap … [Read more...]
An unexpected boom? Demand for sanitizer spray pens shows strength of multifunctions
Sanitizer spray pens are currently among the top 20 most popular lifestyle products on GlobalSources.com in terms of buyer interest. But why? Part of it is the coronavirus-driver high demand for hygiene and personal care products in general. But hand sanitizer spray pens are witnessing unprecedented growth, which other products are not. We can … [Read more...]
Rise in fabrics spurred by demand for masks and PPEs
With face masks in high demand and now a requirement among the public, fabrics used to make these products and other personal protective equipment are seeing brisk sales. Here at Global Sources, we’re seeing an upward demand for fabrics and other materials for making face masks, surgical gowns, wet wipes, and other medical products. Breathable, … [Read more...]
UV-based mobile device sanitizers booming amid COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 virus can stay on surfaces like metal, glass or plastic for up to nine days, according to the Journal of Hospital Infection – meaning your smartphone, the object most people touch more times per day than any other, could be a source of risk. But cleaning it by hand is a hassle, and disinfectants may damage the screen. That’s why … [Read more...]