Global Medical Scrubs Market Research Report 2023-Competitive Analysis, Status and Outlook by Type, Downstream Industry, and Geography, Forecast to 2029
Medical Scrubs are the sanitary clothing worn by physicians, nurses, and other workers involved in patient care in hospitals. Medical Scrubs are designed to be simple (with minimal places for contaminants to hide), easy to launder, and cheap to replace if damaged or stained irreparably.
Market Overview:
The latest research study on the global Medical Scrubs market finds that the global Medical Scrubs market reached a value of USD 5390.3 million in 2022. It’s expected that the market will achieve USD 8563.35 million by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.02% during the forecast period.
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, best hygiene practices have become the focus of public debate. People are now more concerned about preventing infection and spreading the COVID-19 virus. This is especially true among medical professionals, who are seen as front-line personnel in the fight against the epidemic. These modern heroes are exposed to infectious diseases almost every day with little rest. One study showed that bacteria were still active on doctors' clothes 48 hours after their shift. The findings have new importance for doctors, nurses and other support workers. Not only are they regularly exposed to the virus, but they may continue to be exposed through clothing even when they leave the front lines. It's not just them who are at risk, but anyone who came into contact with their contaminated clothing during that 48-hour period.
Medical Scrubs is an integral part of healthcare professionals' response to deadly outbreaks. In addition to reducing the spread of infectious diseases, it provides comfort and scope for movement. With the regular hubbub of hospitals, people are either seeking treatment for coronavirus or trying to get tested. Medical Scrubs helps identify doctors or other personnel qualified to provide urgent and appropriate care. Simple recognition is essential for patients to get help quickly. The COVID-19 epidemic has promoted the rapid growth of the demand of the Medical Scrubs industry.
The growing demand of downstream field
In the healthcare industry, uniforms and clothing are critical. Uniforms protect employees from pollution and make their jobs easier. Medical Scrubs are designed to maximize utilization and cost efficiency. They are made from quality fabrics that are inexpensive and can withstand the most thorough cleaning process. This means they can withstand years of washing and wear and tear, and are easy to replace. In addition to regular exposure to harmful pathogens, healthcare professionals should also stand up, work long hours, carry patients, or walk around the clinic for hours on end for the entire shift. To do their job effectively, healthcare professionals need uniforms that provide the best comfort. Medical Scrubs provide a uniform, professional look for healthcare professionals in healthcare facilities. For example, a doctor might wear dark blue Medical Scrubs, and a nurse might wear light blue Medical Scrubs. Communication improves when it is easier for medical staff to identify. The growing demand for Medical Scrubs from doctors, nurses and other professionals will drive the growth of the Medical Scrubs industry
Competition in the industry is fierce
For most industries the intensity of competitive rivalry is the major determinant of the competitiveness of the industry. Having an understanding of industry rivals is vital to successfully market a product. Positioning pertains to how the public perceives a product and distinguishes it from competitors. A business must be aware of its competitors marketing strategy and pricing and also be reactive to any changes made. The Medical Scrubs industry is facing a fierce competitive position. Many companies have been doing business in this industry. They pay more attention to R&D, product innovation, channel construction and customer relationship management, trying to gain greater market share and competitive advantage.
Region Overview:
In global comparison, a significant portion of the revenue was generated in North America (34.58% in 2021).
Company Overview:
Careismatic Brands is one of the major players operating in the Medical Scrubs market, holding a share of 11.55% in 2021.
Careismatic Brands
Careismatic Brands is the global leader in medical apparel, footwear, and accessories, with a dynamic, growing business in school uniforms, corporate identity uniforms, and adaptive clothing.
FIGS
FIGS is an American healthcare apparel brand based in Santa Monica, California. The company sells scrubs that come in a variety of colors and styles, as well as a number of other products for healthcare professionals. It was founded in 2013 by Heather Hasson and Trina Spear who both serve as co-CEOs.
Segmentation Overview:
By type, Daily Work Clothing segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2021.
Surgical Clothing
Surgeons usually wear green or teal scrubs, not only because they tend to be flattering on most skin tones, but they hide stains very well and help reduce eye strain during surgery.
Daily Work Clothing
Daily Work Clothing is generally used in doctors and nurses’ daily work, such as work through long hours, lift patients, or move around the clinic for hours on end.
Special Protective Clothing
Special Protective Clothing are made of fabric thick enough to prevent a patient’s bodily fluids from making direct contact with the wearer’s skin.
Application Overview:
By application, the Hospitals segment occupied the biggest share from 2017 to 2022.
Key Companies in the global Medical Scrubs market covered in Chapter 3:
Healing Hands
Dencowear
Barco Uniform
Care Uniform
Grahame Gardner
Landau
IguanaMed
Careismatic Brands
FIGS
Medline Industries
Superior Group of Companies
Med Couture
KOI
Mizuno
Alsico
Alexandra
In Chapter 4 and Chapter 14.2, on the basis of types, the Medical Scrubs market from 2018 to 2029 is primarily split into:
Surgical Clothing
Daily Work Clothing
Special Protective Clothing
In Chapter 5 and Chapter 14.3, on the basis of Downstream Industry, the Medical Scrubs market from 2018 to 2029 covers:
Hospitals
Clinics
Others
Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historic and forecast (2018-2029) of the following regions are covered in Chapter 8 to Chapter 14:
North America (United States, Canada)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Turkey, Switzerland, Sweden)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia)
Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa)
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