The global condom market size was USD 10.7 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 22.30 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 8.5% during 2023-2031. A condom is a pouch made from flexible materials such as plastic or rubber. It acts as a physical barrier which stops bodily fluids such as blood, vaginal fluids, and semen from passing from one person to another during sex. Condoms are considered to be highly effective against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, which is viruses that cause AIDS.
Condom Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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Increase in the adoption of condom as a contraceptive worldwide is expected to boost the market.
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Rise in awareness through a comprehensive sex education programs and government initiatives to reduce the prevalence of STIs using a condom fuels the market.
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Public health concerns such as AIDS/HIV, STDs, and population expulsion have significantly reduced in many parts of the world due to the growing use of condoms by young couples, sex workers, and the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ) community.
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Government and international bodies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), and The World Health Organization (WHO) are undertaking various initiatives and activities for creating awareness among people about safe sex through the use of condoms.
Scope of Condom Market Report
The report on condom market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016 & 2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Market scope, analysis, share, competitive analysis, growth facts, restraints, opportunities, and revenue forecast
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Condom Market Segment Insights
Natural types segment to hold significant share of the market
In the terms of types, the condom market has been segmented into natural and syntenic. The natural segment is divided into latex and lambskin. The syntenic segment is further classified as polyurethane, polyisoprene, and nitrile. The natural segment is projected to grow at a significant pace during the forecast period. The natural segment is associated with the growth of latex condom, as they are more cost-effective than a syntenic condom and stretch up to 800% that of the original size.
Male condom segment to expand at a substantial pace
On the basis of products, the market has been segregated into male condom and female condom. The male condom segment is anticipated to hold a majority share of the market due to high sexual vigor among men, easy availability of products, and large number of manufacturers for male contraceptive sheath. The price of male condom is lesser than female condom.
Rising government indicatives to reduce the prevalence of HIV/AIDS fuels the institutional sector segment
Based on sectors, the market is fragmented into institutional and non-institutional. The institutional segment holds a significant share of the market, while the non-institutional segment is projected to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The institutional segment is growing, as institutes distribute condoms at subsidized costs or for free. The purchase of condoms from the institutional sector is high in developing and underdeveloped regions such as Africa and Asia Pacific.
Retail store segment to hold a major market share due to easy availability of the condoms
In terms of distribution channels, the market is bifurcated into retail and online. The retail segment is further divided into specialty stores, drug stores, supermarkets, and hypermarkets. The retail segment holds a majority share of the market, as numerous people buy condoms from drug stores or supermarkets.
Government initiatives to control the population fuel the market in Asia Pacific
Based on regions, the condom market is classified as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa (MEA). Asia Pacific is expected to hold a key share of the market due to rising demand in countries such as India, China, and Japan. Furthermore, government initiatives to control the population and growing prevalence of HIV and STDs are expected to fuel the condom market in the region.
Segments
The global condom market has been divided based on types, products, and regions.
By Types
- Natural Condom
- Synthetic Condoms
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- Polyurethane
- Polyisoprene
- Nitrile
By Products
- Male Condom
- Female Condom
By Sectors
- Institutional
- Non-institutional
By Distribution Channels
- Retail
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- Specialty Stores
- Drug Stores
- Supermarkets
- Hypermarkets
- Online
- Others
By Regions
- North America
- Europe
- Latin America
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players in the market
- Church & Dwight Co. Inc.
- Cupid Limited
- FUJILATEX CO. LTD.
- Karex Berhad
- LELO
- Lifestyles Healthcare Pte Ltd.
- Mayer Laboratories Inc.
- Okamoto Industries Inc.
- Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
- Veru Inc.
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the condom market include Church & Dwight Co., Inc., Cupid Limited, FUJILATEX CO., LTD., Karex Berhad, LELO, Lifestyles Healthcare Pte Ltd., Mayer Laboratories, Inc., Okamoto Industries, Inc., Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Veru, Inc., and among others. Mergers & acquisitions, collaborations, agreements, and partnerships are some growth strategies adopted by these players to strengthen their geographical presence.