Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market Size to worth USD 1123.2 Million by 2033
According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 743.2 Million in 2023 to USD 1123.2 Million by 2033, at a CAGR of 4.22% during the forecast period 2023-2033.
Browse key industry insights spread across 210 pages with 110 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Finishing Agents (Quaternary Ammonium, Metallic Salts, and Triclosan), By Application (Implantable Goods and Non-Implantable Goods), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 – 2033.
Antimicrobial medical textiles refer to fabrics, which are specially treated or produced to prevent the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, or viruses. The main uses of antimicrobial medical textiles occur in the medical and health sectors for preventing infections, promoting hygiene, and improving patient safety. The properties are usually integrated into the fabric by using chemical treatments, coatings, or embedding antimicrobial agents within the fibers themselves. These fabrics are used in several products, such as surgical robes, wound dressings, bedding, and medical masks among others. Furthermore, the growth of the antimicrobial medical textiles market is attributed to several factors, including the increasing global hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), growing awareness concerning infection control practices, and technological advancement in textile science. Additionally, the growing healthcare demand for high-performance textiles combined with increased patient safety interest also boosts the market. Prevention of healthcare and the geriatric population are on the rise as well, which also calls for such textiles. However, there are some challenges in the market. The high cost of antimicrobial treatments and environmental concerns related to some chemical agents used in textiles can negatively influence the market. In addition, regulatory issues associated with antimicrobial efficacy and safety standards may create further additional hurdles.
The quaternary ammonium segment is predicted to hold the greatest market share through the forecast period.
Based on the finishing agents, the antimicrobial medical textiles market is classified into quaternary ammonium, metallic salts, and triclosan. Among these, the quaternary ammonium segment is predicted to hold the greatest market share through the forecast period. This is attributed to the quats are effective in providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties. These agents are widely used in medical textiles because of their ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, which is crucial in healthcare settings where hygiene and infection control are paramount.
The non-implantable goods segment is anticipated to hold the greatest market share during the projected timeframe.
Based on the application, the antimicrobial medical textiles market is divided into implantable goods and non-implantable goods. Among these, the non-implantable goods segment is anticipated to hold the greatest market share during the projected timeframe. This is attributed to the extensive use of antimicrobial textiles in products like surgical gowns, drapes, wound care materials, bed linens, and masks. These products are widely used in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Non-implantable products find an increased demand for infection control, hygiene, and patient safety. Due to this, the prevalence of Hospital Acquired Infections has increased in recent times.
North America is estimated to hold the largest share of the antimicrobial medical textiles market over the forecast period.
North America is estimated to hold the largest share of the antimicrobial medical textiles market over the forecast period. This can be attributed to several factors, such as the region's advanced healthcare infrastructure, strict laws on infection control, and the increasing incidence of nosocomial infections. North America, especially the United States is a leading market for medical textiles due to the increasing demand for high-quality, effective infection-prevention products in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Asia-Pacific is predicted to have the fastest CAGR growth in the antimicrobial medical textiles market over the forecast period. These factors include the growing healthcare infrastructure, increased healthcare spending, and rising awareness of infection control practices. The growing populations in countries like China, India, and Japan, in addition to the growing prevalence of chronic diseases and hospital-acquired infections, are driving demand for antimicrobial medical textiles in the region.
Company Profiling
Major key players in the antimicrobial medical textiles market are Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany, Microban International, Dow, BioCote Limited, Annovotek LLC, Herculite, PurThread Technologies, Sciessent LLC, Quick-Med Technologies Inc., and Sinanen Zeomic Co. Ltd.
Key Target Audience
- Market Players
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting And Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Recent Development
- In October 2023, Sinanen Zeomic Co., Ltd, a company that deals with the production of antimicrobial agents entered a partnership with Nordic BioTech Group Ltd. in South Korea and Japan for their NordShield series which is a natural plant-based antimicrobial agent sold by Nordic BioTech Group Ltd.
Market Segment
This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the antimicrobial medical textiles market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market, By Finishing Agents
- Quaternary Ammonium
- Metallic Salts
- Triclosan
Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market, By Application
- Implantable Goods
- Non-Implantable Goods
Global Antimicrobial Medical Textiles Market, By Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa