Disposable Medical Textiles Market Size, Share & Trends 2031

Report Description

The global disposable medical textiles market size was USD 6 billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 11.3 billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 7.1% during 2023–2031. The market is driven by the rising applications of disposable medical textiles and advancements in the textile manufacturing process.

The demand for medical textiles is boosted by its wide application in healthcare. In recent years, the manufacturing of several medical fabrics such as masks, filtration materials, and dressings increased significantly due to the rising patient load on the healthcare system.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled the need for preventing & controlling cross-infection, which drove demand for use and throw healthcare textiles. In addition, the increasing preference for patient comfort and cost-effective products is further projected to propel the market share in the coming years.

Disposable textiles are single-use products thus, it reduces the risk of infectious agent transmission. Such benefits increase the adoption of medical disposable textiles, which in turn propels the market. Additionally, the strict regulations associated with proper pre-and post-surgery care and the increasing demand for quality surgery procedures are further facilitating the growth of the market.

Key companies in the market are exploring innovative ways to create medical products that have advanced functionalities such as biocidal treatments on textiles. Medical textiles with biocidal functions involve killing and inhibiting the growth of a broad spectrum of harmful microorganisms.

The market report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic fueled the disposable medical textiles market. There is a significant increase in the demand for personal protective equipment kits (PPE) for the prevention and control of infection.

The high risk of infection among doctors, nurses, and hospital staff, during the pandemic, upsurged the demand for disposable medical wearables. Additionally, due to the consistently high demand for medical textiles, the implementation of advanced technology and machines grew among the major suppliers for rapidly manufacturing medical wearables & products during the pandemic.

Disposable Medical Textiles Market Dynamics

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Major Drivers

Rising prevalence of serious chronic conditions is fueling concerns regarding chronic patient safety at healthcare facilities, which is projected to boost the market during the assessment period. The increasing awareness about the benefits of using quality products fuels the demand for disposable medical products.

Growing adoption of disposable products in hospitals and clinics, due to the high risk of getting hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) & diseases, is anticipated to further drive the market. HAIs can have adverse effects on the health of the person. Such infections are hard to treat, and can even result in the death of the infected person. As awareness about HAI has increased with COVID-19, healthcare establishments are adopting various measures such as using disposable textiles to prevent infection spread.

• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in a year, around 1.7 million hospitalized people acquire infections from hospitals or clinics. Among these individuals, about 98,000 patients die due to HAIs.

Existing Restraints

The lack of advanced healthcare infrastructure and services in numerous countries in Africa and the Middle East is expected to restrain the market. The fluctuations in raw materials availability and prices are expected to impede market growth, as they affect the supply chain. In addition to this, the lack of skilled labor for manufacturing quality disposable medical products is also likely to hamper the market.

Emerging Opportunities

Rising disposable income and growing medical infrastructure in emerging economies such as India and China are projected to create opportunities in the market. Along with this, the growing awareness regarding government measures for infection control is anticipated to drive demand for one-time-use medical textiles such as disposable medical masks.

Consistent innovation in medical products concerning their functions, materials, and designs opens new ways for market expansion. In addition, the rising trend of using sustainable medical textiles is gaining high significance among key manufacturers. Growing collaborations between manufacturers and major healthcare institutions for product innovations and customization, are anticipated to create lucrative opportunities in the market.

Scope of Disposable Medical Textiles Market Report

The report includes an assessment of the market trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Disposable Medical Textiles Market Segment Insights

Material Segment Analysis

Based on material, the disposable medical textiles market is trifurcated into woven, non-woven, and knitted. The non-woven segment is further divided into cellulose, polypropylene, polyester, polyethylene, rayon, and others. The non-woven segment is expected to expand at a significant growth rate during the projection period. Non-woven fabric is one of the standard fabrics used for making disposable medical textiles.

• According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), due to the versatile features of the different types of polyester, it is estimated that around 25-50% of polyesters are utilized in the healthcare sector for different applications. Polyester is combined with rayon & cotton for enhanced absorbency.

Acrylic fibers, vinyon, and acetate are also added to the polyester fabrics for improving their functionalities. Moreover, polyester is utilized in manufacturing fabrics that are used for medical procedures & treatments such as tissue engineering, wound healing, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and other applications.

The woven segment is anticipated to account for a considerable market share during the forecast period, as woven disposable medical textiles offer a smooth surface, a high degree of stability, and even texture. These textiles are mainly used for manufacturing bandages, wound dressings, and implant materials. Thus, these wide applications and benefits are likely to boost the segment.

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Category Segment Analysis

On the basis of category, the global market is segregated into surgical gowns, surgical drapes, face masks, and others. The surgical gowns segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, as they provide a safety barrier against infectious agents and pathogens. Additionally, surgical gowns reduce the risk of infections acquired from the surgical sites. Thus, surgical gowns have experienced significant growth in demand in the pre and post-COVID-19 period.

• UNICEF reached out to more than 1,000 suppliers (including producers and suppliers) and global industry leaders, during the first quarter of 2020, to address the shortage of medical textiles due to COVID-19. The organization managed to secure about 3.6 million surgical gowns during the pandemic.

The surgical drapes segment accounts for a significant market share, as it is a majorly used fabric during surgeries. The increasing number of surgery procedures across the globe is likely to boost the segment. Surgical drapes are suitable for creating a preventive barrier against contamination and forming a sterile field, due to this, they are highly adopted by surgeons and doctors. Thus, these safety features offered by the surgical drapes, are likely to contribute to the expansion of the segment during the forecast period.

Application Segment Analysis

On the basis of application, the disposable medical textiles market is segmented into medical protection, medical packaging, surgical dressing, hygiene products, medical implants, and others. The medical protection segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the projection period, due to the increasing awareness regarding infections such as HIV. In addition, rising incidences of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases are expected to increase the demand for protective medical clothing, which further drives the segment.

The surgical dressing segment is expected to hold a significant share of the market, as there is an estimated upsurge in the number of surgeries in several countries. Additionally, the rising geriatric population requires different surgeries for age-related diseases. This increases the sales of surgical dressings, which in turn propels the segment.

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Regional Outlook

In terms of region, the global disposable medical textiles market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period, owing to rising investments by the government for advancements of healthcare facilities in the countries such as the US.

• For instance, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, in 2021, the US spent 18.2% of its GDP on healthcare development.

There are an increasing number of surgery operations in the region, which is expected to support the demand for disposable medical fabrics. Furthermore, the rising utilization of non-woven textiles for preparing disposable medical clothes, especially for wound dressing, face masks, and surgical dressing is further driving the regional market.

The market in Europe is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period, due to the presence of advanced medical facilities. The demand for infection control measures and the increasing trends of medical tourism in European countries is driving the regional market. Moreover, the rising geriatric population and the prevalence of chronic diseases are also likely to drive healthcare needs in the region, which in turn, is projected to drive the market for disposable medical textiles in Europe.

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