The global market for medical plastics is estimated to increase from $25.6 billion in 2023 to reach $41.2 billion by 2028, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.0% from 2023 through 2028.
North American medical plastics market is estimated to increase from $10.8 billion in 2023 to reach $16.9 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 9.5% from 2023 through 2028.
The European medical plastics market is estimated to increase from $8.2 billion in 2023 to reach $13.3 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2023 through 2028.
Report Scope:
The report analyses the global medical plastics market based on application and resin type. These segmentations are further analyzed at the global and regional levels.
The base year considered for analysis is 2022, and the market estimates and forecasts are given from 2023 to 2028. The market estimates are provided in terms of volume (kilotons) and revenue (U.S. dollars, million).
The scope for the medical plastics market is segmented into application and resin type.
Based on application, the market is segmented into -
Disposables -
Medical bags.
Syringes.
Tubing.
Surgical textiles.
Utensils.
Face and body protection and medical kit.
Catheters/IV.
Gloves.
Others (Trays, etc.).
Non-disposables -
Surgical instruments.
Testing/diagnostic equipment.
Prostheses/implants.
Dental/ophthalmic.
Based on resin, the market is segmented into -
Commodity thermoplastics.
Styrenics.
Engineering resins.
Thermosets.
TPEs.
Miscellaneous.
Report Includes:
206 data tables and 65 additional tables
An overview and analysis of the global markets for medical plastics
Analyses of the global market trends, with historical market revenue data (sales figures) from 2022, estimates for 2023, forecasts for 2024, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2028
Estimates of the current actual market size and future consumption of medical plastics, their revenue forecast, correlated growth rates and market share analysis based on the resin types and sub-segments, applications and regions/countries
Information on new products and technologies related to medical plastics, sterilization techniques, medical plastic product lines, environmental and regulatory updates, and other macroeconomic trends and factors shaping the industry.
Overview of the market drivers and challenges
Analysis of market growth opportunities with a holistic review of Porter's Five Forces and PESTLE analyses, taking into account the prevailing micro- and macroeconomic factors in the market
Discussion of sustainability trends and factors in the market for medical plastics, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, ESG scores, case studies and the ESG practices of leading companies
Review of the emerging new technologies and patents in the medical plastics industry
An overview of the vendor landscape and the industry structure, including company market shares, recent M&A activity and venture funding
Profiles of the leading companies, including Avient, Celanese, Eastman, Evonik, Neste Oyj, and Sumitomoto
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Study Goals and Objectives
Reasons for Doing This Study
Scope of the Report
Information Sources
Methodology
What's New In This Report
Geographic Breakdown
Segmentation Breakdown
Chapter 2 Summary and Highlights
Market Outlook
Market Summary
Chapter 3 Market Overview
Trends in Healthcare
Polymers Used in Medical Devices
Commodity Thermoplastics
Engineering Resins
Thermoset Resins
Summary of Resin Usage in Medical Devices
Chapter 4 Market Dynamics
Market Dynamics
Market Drivers
Market Challenges
Supply Chain Analysis
Regulatory Landscape
Importance of Standards in the Medical Industry
Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 5 Emerging Technologies
Technology Trends
Bioplastics in Medical Industry
New Product and Technology Development
Chapter 6 Processes for Producing Medical Device Plastics
Injection Molding
Background
Details
Extrusion
Background
Single- and Twin-Screw Extrusion
Extrusion and Melt Film Fabrication
Blown Films
Film Casting
Solvent Casting
Blow Molding
Overview
Extrusion Blow Molding
Injection Blow Molding
Stretch Blow Molding
Thermoforming
History
Overview
Applications
Chapter 7 Sterilization Techniques
Overview of Methods
Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilization
Radiation Sterilization
Gamma Radiation
E-Beam Radiation
Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide
Dry-Heat Sterilization
Gamma Radiation vs. EtO
Move to Global Sterilization Standards
Polymer Reactions to Sterilization Methods
Background
PVC
Polypropylene
Polyethylene
ABS and SAN
Polycarbonate
Polystyrene
Polyesters
Radiation Resistance
Chapter 8 Validation Tests for Medical Plastics
Background
Ratings and Tests
Selected Sterilization Standards for Medical Devices
Chapter 9 Market Breakdown by Application
Market for Medical Plastics by Application
Market Size and Forecast
Non-disposable Medical Devices
Surgical Instruments
Testing and Diagnostic Equipment
Implants and Prosthetic Devices
Dental and Ophthalmic Products
Non-disposable Medical Devices Market by Region
Disposable Medical Devices
Overview
Medical Disposal Controversy
Market Estimates and Forecasts
Medical Bags
Syringes
Labware and Surgical Textile
Catheters and IV Units
Face and Body Protection and Medical Kit
Tubing
Gloves
Utensils
Others
Disposable Medical Devices Market by Region
Chapter 10 Resins Used in Medical Devices
Background
Material Selection
Target Areas for Medical Plastics
Potential Problems Encountered in Using Specific Polymers for Medical Applications in Hospital Environments
Resins
Background
Commodity Thermoplastics
Polyvinyl Chloride
Polypropylene
Polyethylene
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
Styrenics
Polystyrene
High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
Market Players and Industry Leaders
Processing
Medical Applications of Polystyrene and HIPS
Styrene Copolymers
Overview
Styrene Block Copolymers
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS)
Styrene-Acrylic Copolymers
Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers (SAN)
Engineering Resins
Introduction
Polycarbonates
Nylon
Thermoplastic Polyesters
Polyacetals
Polysulfones
Polyimides
Polyetherimides (PEI)
Polyketones
Liquid Crystal Polymers
Thermoset Resins
Acrylics
Silicones
Polyurethanes
Elastomers
Overview
Advantages
Disadvantages
Processing
Applications
Thermoplastic Olefins (TPOs)
COPEs (Copolyesters)
Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPUs)
TPU-Silicone Copolymers
Miscellaneous Resins
Overview
Fluoropolymers
Biopolymers and Biodegradable Polymers
Polymers for Controlled Delivery
PLLA-Based Wound Dressings
Polymer Alloys and Blends
PPO/HIPS
PC/ABS
Changing Requirements
Property Requirements
Other Developments
Failure of Plastic Medical Devices
Physical Property Effects on Resin Materials
Overview
Impact Strength
Stress-Strain Behavior
Heat Resistance
Chemical Resistance
Clarity or Transparency
Bondability
Summary of Physical Property Characteristics of Medical Devices
Use of Plastics in Medical Devices
Overview
Overall Resin Usage
Market for Medical Plastics Estimates and Forecasts
Chapter 11 Market Breakdown by Region
Global Market for Medical Plastics by Region
North America
Market Size and Forecast
Europe
Market Size and Forecast
Asia-Pacific
Market Size and Forecast
Rest of World
Market Size and Forecast
Chapter 12 Sustainability in Medical Plastics Industry: An ESG Perspective
Importance of ESG in the Medical Plastics Industry
ESG Ratings and Metrics: Understanding the Data
ESG Practices in the Medical Plastics Industry
ESG Carbon Footprint Issue Analysis
Current Status of ESG in the Market for Medical Plastics
Case Studies: Examples of Successful ESG Implementation