Medical Tape Market
Growth Factors of Medical Tape Market
The medical tape market size was valued at USD 1.25 billion in 2023, and the market is now projected to grow from USD 1.30 billion in 2024 to USD 2.07 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period of 2024-2032.
The outbreak led to a substantial drop in optionally available surgeries, with a 90% drop in undergoing elective surgical procedures. However, as hospitals and healthcare establishments adapted to COVID-19 mitigation recommendations, sufferers resumed treatment or rescheduled surgeries, resulting in a market rebound in 2021 and 2022. This recommencement for healthcare offerings has helped to guard healthcare experts and sufferers.
Chronic diseases inside the U.S., UK, China, and India are increasing health center admissions, main to an upward push in demand for medical tapes. The quantity of hospitals has risen from 5,724 in 2010 to 6,090 in 2018, boosting the adoption of medical consumables. The geriatric populace, extra at risk of chronic sicknesses, is likewise riding the market boom. Medical tourism in developed and developing countries is also driving the adoption of medical tapes in various procedures. Major market players are developing better tapes to provide affordable products, further driving medical tape market growth.
The medical tape market has evolved from multipurpose specialty tape to specific tapes for specific conditions and surfaces. Tape conversion has led to better technology and adhesive customization, addressing unique patient needs. Technological improvements like Geckskin, an adhesive-much less layer, and hypoallergenic materials are anticipated to reinforce marketplace increase. Antimicrobial homes and antimicrobial houses are also gaining recognition, selling wound recuperation and preventing infections.
Comprehensive Analysis of Medical Tape Market
Medical tapes market segments include paper, fabric, and plastic. Paper tapes are expected to dominate due to affordability and patient compliance, while plastic tapes are second due to their waterproof nature and long-term adhesive strength. Fabric tapes, like cotton, silk, polyester, and nylon, are expected to grow at a significant CAGR due to their use in wearable devices and stress electrocardiography procedures. The wound care segment holds the largest share, with increasing applications in wound bandages and dressings. Post-operative care is significant, with IV set placement registering a high CAGR due to wearable device attachment. The end-user segment is divided into hospitals & ASCs, clinics, and others. Hospitals & ASCs have a dominant share due to increasing procedures and surgeons, while clinics have a lower market share due to the impact of COVID-19 on the healthcare system.
The North America region lead the medical tape market share by benefitting a market size of USD 0.63 billion in 2023 due to increasing hospital admissions and elective procedures. The American Hospital Association reported 36,241,815 hospital admissions in 2021, with 34,078,100 community hospital admissions. This growth is expected to boost demand for medical consumables, further boosting the market's growth. The region's dominance is expected to continue in the forecast period.
Cardinal Health, 3M, Beiersdorf, Smith and Nephew, and McKesson Corporation are leading global suppliers due to their strong product portfolio and robust distribution channel. They focus on providing technologically advanced tapes, such as non-adhesive reusable tapes and cost-efficient range taping solutions. In April 2021, 3M introduced the 2484 3M Single Coated Medical Film Tape with Hi-Tack Silicone Adhesive on Liner, focusing on strength, flexibility, and comfort. This tape is breathable, durable, and ideal for applications on fragile skin. The development aims to diversify specialty tapes and establish brand presence in the market.
H.B. Fuller Company launched Swiftmelt 1 515-1, a biocompatible adhesive for medical applications in India, the Middle East & Africa, specifically for microporous medical tape applications.
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ATTRIBUTE DETAILS
Study Period 2019-2032
Base Year 2023
Estimated Year 2024
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Period 2019-2022
Growth Rate CAGR of 5.9% from 2024-2032
Unit Value (USD Billion)
Segmentation By Material
By Application
- Post-Operative Care
- Wound Care
- IV Set Placement
- Others
By End-user
- Hospitals & ASCs
- Clinics
- Others
By Geography
- North America (By Material, Application, End-user, and Country)
- U.S. (By Material)
- Canada (By Material)
- Europe (By Material, Application, End-user, and Country/Sub-region)
- U.K. (By Material)
- Germany (By Material)
- France (By Material)
- Italy (By Material)
- Spain (By Material)
- Scandinavia (By Material)
- Rest of Europe (Material)
- Asia Pacific (By Material, Application, End-user, and Country/Sub-region)
- Japan (By Material)
- India (By Material)
- China (By Material)
- Australia (By Material)
- Southeast Asia (By Material)
- Rest of Asia Pacific (By Material)
- Latin America (By Material, Application, End-user, and Country/Sub-region)
- Brazil (By Material)
- Mexico (By Material)
- Rest of Latin America (By Material)
- Middle East & Africa (By Material, Application, End-user, and Country/Sub-region)
- GCC (By Material)
- South Africa (By Material)
- Rest of Middle East & Africa (By Material)
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