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Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market Size Study by Product (Non-woven, Woven, Knitted), by Application (Healthcare and Hygiene Products, Non-implantable Goods, Implantable Goods), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

  • Publish Date: Sep,2024
  • Report ID: 3-3-1802
  • Page : 200
  • Report Type : PDF (Email)
Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market is valued at approximately USD 3.71 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 6.78% over the forecast period 2024-2032. Antimicrobial medical textiles are fabrics treated with substances that inhibit the growth of microorganisms. These textiles are essential in healthcare settings, providing an extra layer of protection by reducing the spread of infections. Incorporated into products like medical gowns, scrubs, bed linens, and surgical drapes, these textiles ensure both patient and healthcare worker safety. The market's expansion is driven by several key factors, including the rising global expenditure on healthcare, the increasing need for hygiene products, and the growing elderly demographic. The heightened focus on geriatric care and the demand for products tailored to the elderly's specific needs further stimulate market growth. Additionally, the emphasis on raw materials and sustainable production practices, along with advancements in nanoscience and metal nanoparticle synthesis, leads to innovative synthetic textiles with enhanced antimicrobial properties.

The increasing healthcare spending worldwide is notably driving market growth. Global healthcare spending, influenced by an aging population, the growing popularity of medical tourism, and health awareness, is set to propel the demand for medical textiles, including antimicrobial medical textiles. Significant growth in healthcare expenditures in key countries like India, the United States, China, the United Kingdom, and Brazil is expected to boost the market during the forecast period. The demand for specialized medical products, such as medical mattresses, will also increase, especially in orthopedic and rehabilitative settings.

One of the significant trends influencing market growth is the demand for medical textiles that can withstand multiple washings and sterilizations while maintaining their antimicrobial properties. This is particularly crucial in hospital environments where textiles are exposed to various pathogens. The use of reusable antimicrobial medical textiles aligns with the healthcare industry's move towards more sustainable practices. Healthcare facilities prioritize infection control measures, driving the demand for durable antimicrobial textiles that withstand frequent cleaning processes.

However, the market faces challenges such as inefficient recycling techniques. The heterogeneous fibers used in antimicrobial medical textiles are difficult to recycle, and the process is costly and often produces toxic waste. Additionally, using recycled medical textiles without proper sterilization increases the risk of transmitting serious diseases. These factors present significant challenges to market growth during the forecast period.

The key regions considered for the global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market study include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Rest of the World. North America is a dominating region in the Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market in terms of revenue. The market growth in the region is being attributed to factors including North America is the largest geographic segment in the global market, driven by the increasing number of surgeries and rising medical expenditures. The United States and Canada have world-class healthcare facilities, with the US market being the largest globally. Major healthcare textile manufacturers in the US focus on improving technology for medical applications and expanding exports to emerging markets. Whereas, the market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate over the forecast period fueled by rapid urbanization, increasing healthcare expenditure, rising prevalence of infectious diseases, and growing awareness about hygiene and infection control. These factors, coupled with a large and growing population, are driving demand for antimicrobial textiles to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

Major market players included in this report are:
Aditya Birla Management Corp. Pvt. Ltd.
Baltex
BASF SE
BioCote Ltd.
Cardinal Health Inc.
Dow Chemical Co.
Herculite Inc.
Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd.
Integra Lifesciences Corp.
KOB GmbH
Milliken and Co.
Noble Biomaterials Inc.
PurThread Technologies Inc.
Sanitized AG
Sciessent LLC
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Product:
Non-woven
Woven
Knitted
By Application:
Healthcare and Hygiene Products
Non-implantable Goods
Implantable Goods
By Region:
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
RoLA
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
RoMEA
Years considered for the study are as follows:
Historical year - 2022
Base year - 2023
Forecast period - 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.