Antiviral products going, well, viral is nothing new.

To protect ourselves from the novel coronavirus, we as a society will try just about anything.

Next on that quest may be antiviral clothing.

Fabric

Beyond masks, antiviral clothing could offer extra protection

So how does it work?

The product claims to inhibit bacterial growth while retaining fabric’s natural characteristics.

One example we can draw some conclusions from is that ofScotch Guard, which is applied as a spray.

Person walking down the street with mask and coat

No matter how it gets to us, antiviral clothing has the makings of big business.

The antimicrobial textile market is on track to surpass $20.5 billion by 2026 (viaPR Newswire).