Healthcare Fabrics Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Fabric Type (Stretch Fabrics, Woven Fabrics, Knitted Fabrics, Hydrophilic Fabrics, Thermal Fabrics, Non-Woven Fabrics and Other Fabric Types), Raw Material, Application, End User and By Geog

Healthcare Fabrics Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Fabric Type (Stretch Fabrics, Woven Fabrics, Knitted Fabrics, Hydrophilic Fabrics, Thermal Fabrics, Non-Woven Fabrics and Other Fabric Types), Raw Material, Application, End User and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Healthcare Fabrics Market is accounted for $19.7 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $36.5 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period. Healthcare fabrics are specialized textiles designed for medical and healthcare applications, engineered to meet stringent standards of hygiene, durability, and comfort, they offer features such as fluid resistance, breathability, and ease of sterilization. Healthcare fabrics play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness, preventing infections, and promoting patient and healthcare worker safety within medical environments.

According to the American Hospital Association, more than 133 million people in the U.S., nearly half the population, suffer from at least one chronic illness.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Increasing focus on patient comfort

As healthcare institutions strive to deliver patient-centered care, there is growing recognition of the role that textiles play in promoting comfort, dignity, and well-being. Patient comfort is recognized as a crucial component of quality healthcare delivery, influencing satisfaction levels, treatment outcomes, and even patient adherence to care protocols. Moreover, tailoring healthcare fabrics to meet the specific needs and preferences of these populations’ further drives innovation and market demand.

Restraint:

Economic uncertainty

Governments and healthcare institutions may face budget constraints and cutbacks in healthcare funding due to a weaker economy, which in turn affects the procurement of healthcare fabrics as cost-cutting measures are implemented. Furthermore, economic uncertainty can disrupt global supply chains, affecting the sourcing and availability of raw materials necessary for manufacturing healthcare fabrics, thereby impeding market growth.

Opportunity:

Stringent hygiene standards

With patient safety and infection prevention at the forefront of healthcare priorities, there is a growing demand for healthcare fabrics that offer superior antimicrobial properties, fluid resistance, and easy sterilization capabilities. Furthermore, regulatory mandates and accreditation standards compel healthcare facilities to adhere to strict guidelines for environmental hygiene. These standards necessitate the use of high-quality healthcare fabrics that can withstand frequent laundering, disinfection, and sterilization processes without compromising performance or durability, which is fostering market growth.

Threat:

Limited adoption of advanced technologies

Despite ongoing innovations in textile manufacturing, adoption rates of these technologies remain constrained within healthcare settings. One primary reason for this limited adoption is the lack of awareness and education among healthcare professionals regarding the benefits and capabilities of advanced healthcare fabrics. Furthermore, healthcare decision-makers may be unfamiliar with the latest textile innovations or may perceive them as complex and challenging to integrate into existing workflows, which gradually hinders the market size.

Covid-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has had several negative impacts on the healthcare fabrics market, disrupting supply chains, altering demand dynamics, and causing economic uncertainty. This disruption led to delays in production and distribution, affecting the availability of healthcare fabrics and increasing lead times for manufacturers. In addition, many healthcare facilities faced financial constraints, limiting their ability to invest in new textiles or upgrade existing infrastructure, thereby impeding this market expansion.

The polyamide segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The polyamide segment is estimated to hold the largest share, due to its versatile properties and wide range of applications in medical textiles. These fabrics offer excellent abrasion resistance, tear strength, and dimensional stability, making them ideal for surgical gowns, drapes, and wound dressings. Additionally, polyamide-based fabrics can be engineered to provide moisture management properties, enhancing wearer comfort during prolonged uses, which is boosting this segment’s growth.

The private clinics segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The private clinics segment is anticipated to have highest CAGR during the forecast period due to their independent ownership and focus on personalized care. They often prioritize the use of high-quality fabrics to enhance the patient experience and differentiate their services. Furthermore, private clinics often prioritize customization options for healthcare fabrics, allowing them to align with the clinic's branding and aesthetic preferences, which are propelling this segment’s expansion.

Region with largest share:

Asia Pacific commanded the largest market share during the extrapolated period owing to rising awareness of hygiene standards, and the expansion of healthcare infrastructure across emerging economies. Governments in countries like China, India, and Japan are investing heavily in healthcare infrastructure development, including hospitals, clinics, and outpatient facilities, which in turn fuels the demand for medical textiles, which significantly drives this region’s size.

Region with highest CAGR:

Europe is expected to witness highest CAGR over the projection period, owing to a growing population, urbanization, and an aging demographic, leading to greater healthcare needs and the proliferation of healthcare facilities. This region is home to some of the key players, such as Avgol Industries 1953 Ltd., Freudenberg Group, and Berry Global Group Inc. Moreover, collaboration with local players and investment in research and development further drive innovation and product diversification in this region.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in the Healthcare Fabrics Market include Berry Global Group Inc., Asahi Kasei Corporation, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Eximus Corporation, Carnegie Fabrics LLC, Freudenberg Group, Paramount Tech Fab Industries, Avgol Industries 1953 Ltd., Ahlstrom Munksjo OYJ and Knoll Inc.

Key Developments:

In January 2024, EVANSVILLE and Berry Global Group, Inc announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Berry Global, Inc., plans to issue a new series of first priority senior secured notes.

In November 2022, Berry Global Group, Inc. a leading supplier of packaging solutions for consumer goods and industrial products, announced the appointments of three new independent members of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) and the formation of a Capital Allocation Committee.

Fabric Types Covered:
• Stretch Fabrics
• Woven Fabrics
• Knitted Fabrics
• Hydrophilic Fabrics
• Thermal Fabrics
• Non-Woven Fabrics
• Other Fabric Types

Raw Material Covered:
• Cotton
• Polypropylene
• Polyester
• Polyamide
• Viscose
• Polyethylene
• Polyurethane
• Other Raw Materials

Applications Covered:
• Clothing
• Dressing Products
• Blanket & Bedding
• Privacy Curtains
• Upholstery
• Hygiene Products
• Other Applications

End Users Covered:
• Private Clinics
• Hospitals
• Ambulatory Surgical Centers
• Nursing Homes
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements