Medical Clothing Market

Report Overview

According to the deep-dive market assessment study conducted by Growth Plus Reports, the global medical clothing market was valued at US$ 90.3 billion in 2021 and is expected to register a revenue CAGR of 7.6% to reach US$ 174.58 billion by 2030.

Market Fundamentals                                                                                          

Medical clothes are constructed from materials that prevent contamination and provide more security to healthcare and life sciences. Products such as aprons and scrubs are designed from fabrics that guard against the soaking of undesirable biological substances that are harmful to health and prevent permeation to the skin. An ideal medical gear should also prevent bacteria conveyed by these fluids from penetrating. Medical clothing is also supplied to patients, which is primarily made of cotton and is both comfortable and useful. Drapes, surgical gowns, scrubs, protective face masks, boots, eye protection, hats, and other medical apparel are common types of medical clothing. Furthermore, the fabric should provide the wearer adequate heat, comfort, and moisture removal. Traditional medical clothing is developed using woven and nonwoven synthetic and organic polymers. 

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Market Dynamics

The global medical clothing market is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period. The revenue growth of the medical clothing market is primarily attributed to the rising numbers of surgical procedures caused due to increasing incidence of road-side accidents and the rapidly growing prevalence of chronic diseases. According to an article presented by the U.S. Department of Transportation in September 2022, in the first half of 2021, an estimated 20,160 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes in U.S. Rapidly growing elderly population, combined with the rising frequency of hospital-acquired infections and other illnesses including hepatitis and AIDS, is also expected to raise the demand for medical clothing on the global landscape. According to the 2022 article by the WHO (World Health Organization), nearly 17 million individuals below 70 die each year due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Additionally, with the increased awareness of, and need for, comfortable and safe protection against clinical risks, the conventional medical clothing industry is shifting toward the high-value-added product. 

Moreover, improved bioclimatic and physiological features, such as durability, breathability, thermoregulatory capabilities, ease of laundry, sterilization, and antistatic behavior, also have a positive impact on the medical clothing market revenue growth. Other desirable properties are low levels of textile chemicals & dyes with high mechanical stability. Additionally, growing technological advancement in medical clothing such as ongoing research and development on smart clothing is improving the future market outlook. Furthermore, higher investment & expenditure on healthcare and the rise in hospitals further fuel the market revenue expansion. However, allergy to latex-made medical clothing and strict government rules & regulation on medical clothes manufacturing are some hurdles that can restrain the global medical clothing market revenue during the forecast period. 

Market Ecosystem

The global medical clothing market has been analyzed from three perspectives product, end user, and region. 

Medical Clothing Market by Product

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Based on products, the global medical clothing market is segmented into surgical drapes, scrubs, & gowns, gloves, facial protection, sterilization wraps, protective apparel, and others. 

Surgical drapes, scrubs, & gowns account for the largest revenue share in the global medical clothing market. Surgical gowns and drapes play crucial during surgical procedures as it helps to reduce the risk of contracting infections. They act as a protective barrier for both the medical personnel and the patients against nosocomial infections and other forms of contamination. It is proven that the appropriate use of surgical gowns and drapes helps to decrease and prevent the incidence of SSIs (surgical site infections). Such factors collectively contribute to the high revenue share of the surgical drapes, scrubs, and gowns segment. 

Additionally, the protective apparel market is estimated to show considerable revenue growth during the forecast period. Protective apparel includes products such as gloves, aprons, eye visors, and face masks. Currently, the market is rising phenomenally for the demand for disposable protective apparel in light of the ongoing pandemic. 

Medical Clothing Market by Usage 

Based on usage, the medical clothing market is segmented into disposables and reusables.

The disposable medical clothing segment dominates the global market in terms of high revenue share due to the persistently high demand for disposable products. High utilization of impermeable and fluid-resistant disposable medical protective clothing with enhanced quality by healthcare professionals also contribute to the dominance of the disposable medical clothing segment market revenue share. Additionally, the availability and low cost is the major advantageous factor contributing to the disposable medical clothing market revenue growth. Furthermore, disposable medical clothing also proves to be beneficial in reducing the overall maintenance cost of hospitals in the long term. 

Medical Clothing Market by End User

Based on end users, the global medical clothing market is segmented into hospitals, outpatient facilities, ambulatory surgical centers, home care, and others. 

The hospital segment accounts for the largest revenue share in the global medical clothing market and is expected to grow notably during the forecast period. The mandate for implementing medical safety regulations and procedures in both government and private hospital settings is the key contributing factor to the large revenue share of this segment. In emerging markets, an increasing number of hospitals with the support of the domestic governments to provide enhanced & improved healthcare infrastructure also plays a crucial role in the revenue growth of the hospital medical clothing market. Additionally, the rapidly rising number of surgical procedures further enhances the revenue growth of this segment, thereby propelling the global medical clothing demand.  

Ambulatory surgical centers are expected to depict lucrative growth in terms of revenue share during the forecast period. This high revenue share of this segment can be attributed to various benefits provided by this segment, such as cost-effective surgical procedures, convenience, and low recovery time. Additionally, ambulatory surgical centers provide efficient control over the scheduling of surgeries, thereby surging the demand for this segment to bolster the overall market revenue growth. 

Medical Clothing Market by Region

Based on regions, the global medical clothing market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World. 

North America dominates the global medical clothing market in terms of high revenue share. This high revenue share is attributed to the high prevalence of chronic diseases, resulting in the high uptake of medical procedures, therefore, medical clothing. Additionally, the growth in zoonotic infections with the ability to spread from animals to people further fuels the medical clothing market revenue share in North America. Additionally, a large base for the geriatric population and a high number of hospitals or medical facilities also contributes to the market revenue growth of this region. The presence of market players and the rapid acceptance of innovative products is expected to drive market revenue expansion even further. Moreover, the region is constantly producing cost-effective and innovative manufacturing technologies to gain a large revenue from the medical clothing market. 

Europe accounts for the second largest revenue share in the global medical clothing market. The high revenue growth of this region is attributed to strengthened healthcare infrastructure, higher healthcare expenditure, and rapid adoption of advanced products.

Competitive Landscape

The prominent players operating in the global medical clothing market are: 

• Medline Industries Inc.
• Halyard Health 
• Barco Uniform
• Semperit AG Holding
• Cardinal Health Inc.
• 3M Company
• Ansell Healthcare LLC
• Superior Uniform Group Inc.
• Carhartt Inc.
• Landau Uniforms
• Smith & Nephew plc.

Competitive Landscape

• In July 2020, Herida Healthcare and North Tees and Hartlepool Solutions (a subsidiary of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust) announced their collaboration to develop a significantly high-quality sterilized gown with a fully managed national service for the NHS. This collaboration was established to bridge the gap between the healthcare organization and PPE shortages.

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