Medical Adhesive Tapes – A Global Market Overview

September 2024 | 269 pages | ID: ME7E26ED1882EN
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Abstracts

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Trends and Outlook

Medical adhesive tapes are specialized adhesive products used in healthcare settings for various applications such as securing medical devices, wound dressings, and surgical procedures. These tapes are designed to adhere securely to skin or other surfaces while being gentle enough to remove them without causing damage. They play a crucial role in wound management, providing support, protection, and facilitating healing processes. Medical adhesive tapes are available in varied materials, including acrylic, silicone, and rubber, each offering specific properties like adhesion strength, breathability, and hypoallergenicity to suit diverse medical needs.

The global market for Medical Adhesive Tapes is estimated at US$9.8 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.3% during the 2024-2030 analysis period and stand at a projected US$14.2 billion by 2030.

The Medical Adhesive Tapes market is driven by rising demand from chronic diseases, increasing hospital admissions, and an aging population. Advancements in tape technology, expanding home healthcare, and the growth of medical tourism further fuel market expansion. Additionally, higher investment in wound care management, increased surgical procedures, and heightened awareness of proper wound care drive market growth. Emerging markets with improving healthcare infrastructure and a shift towards eco-friendly products are key growth opportunities in this sector.

Medical Adhesive Tapes Regional Market Analysis

North America is anticipated to dominate the medical adhesive tapes market during the forecast period with an estimated share of 38% in 2024, driven by increasing hospital admissions and the rising adoption of elective procedures. Additionally, the expanding elderly population and increasing medical tourism will further boost market growth in North America. On the other hand, the Asia Pacific medical adhesive tapes market is projected to register the fastest CAGR of 9.2% from 2024 to 2030. The rapid increase in surgeries and subsequent high demand for tapes in countries like China, Japan, and India, due to their larger patient pools, will drive this growth. The region's growing medical industries and significant future opportunities, especially in developing countries, are expected to lead to significant market development over the next few years.

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Analysis by Resin Type

Based on resin type, the acrylic segment led the medical adhesive tapes market in 2024 with an estimated 41.9% market share, driven by its strong initial tack, low skin sensitivity, residue-free removal, humidity and heat resistance, latex-free composition, and versatility in lamination onto various surfaces like foams and film dressings. Meanwhile, the silicone segment is expected to register the fastest CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2030. This growth is fueled by silicone tapes' repositionable nature, which allows for extended wear time without dressing replacement, facilitates wound observation, and aids in scar minimization, making them increasingly preferred in scar management globally.

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Analysis by Backing Material

In terms of backing material, the paper segment is expected to dominate the medical adhesive tapes market with an estimated share of 36.7% in 2024. This is driven by its cost-effectiveness, patient compliance, and suitability for medical applications due to its strength, flexibility, and breathability. Paper adhesive tapes facilitate good aeration and moisture absorption, making them ideal for skin-contact applications, and are customizable in width and length to meet diverse medical needs, supporting segment growth. Meanwhile, the fabric segment, including materials like cotton, silk, polyester, and nylon, is expected to record the fastest CAGR of 7.8% from 2024 to 2030. Fabric-backed tapes provide strong tensile strength, tear resistance, and improved breathability, making them well-suited for extended-wear applications such as wearable diagnostic devices.

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Analysis by Application

Based on application, the surgery segment is expected to dominate the medical adhesive tapes market with an estimated 32% share in 2024. This dominance is linked to the increased number of surgical procedures, where medical adhesive tapes are essential for securing tissue and aiding wound healing. The wound dressing segment is projected to record the fastest CAGR of 7.3% from 2024 to 2030. The rising use of medical adhesive tapes in wound dressing applications, especially for chronic and acute wounds like diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg ulcers, and pressure ulcers, drives this growth. The demand is further supported by the increasing focus of manufacturers on specialized tapes for different wound dressing stages and the overall rise in acute and chronic wound incidences.

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Report Scope

This global report on Medical Adhesive Tapes analyzes the market based on resin type, backing material and application sector. In addition to providing profiles of major companies operating in this space, the latest corporate and industrial developments have been covered to offer a clear panorama of how and where the market is progressing.

Key Metrics

Historical Period: 2021-2023

Base Year: 2023

Forecast Period: 2024-2030

Units: Value market in US$

Companies Mentioned: 15+

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market by Geographic Region

• North America (The United States, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Germany, France, The United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Japan, China, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South America)
• Rest of World

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market by Resin Type

• Acrylic
• Silicone
• Rubber
• Other Types (Including Hybrid and Other Specialized Adhesive Tapes)

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market by Backing Material

• Paper
• Fabric
• Plastic
• Others (Including Foam, Woven, Non-woven, and Metal Foil)

Medical Adhesive Tapes Market by Application

• Surgeries
• Wound Dressings
• Secure IV Lines
• Ostomy Seals
• Other Applications (Healthcare, Dental, and Sports Protection)

Contents

PART A: GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

1. INTRODUCTION
Product Outline
Medical Adhesive Tapes Defined
Medical Adhesive Tape Resin Types
Acrylic
Silicone
Rubber
Other Types (Including Hybrid and Other Specialized Adhesive Tapes)
Medical Adhesive Tape Backing Materials
Paper
Fabric
Plastic
Others (Including Foam, Woven, Non-woven, and Metal Foil)
Medical Adhesive Tape Applications
Surgeries
Wound Dressings
Secure IV Lines
Ostomy Seals
Other Applications (Healthcare, Dental, and Sports Protection)
2. Key Market Trends
3. Key Global Players
3M Company
Avery Dennison Corporation
Baxter International, Inc.
Cardinal Health Inc.
Dynarex Corporation
Integra Lifesciences Holdings Corporation
Johnson & Johnson
Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG
McKesson Corporation
Medline Industries, LP
Medtronic plc
Nichiban Co., Ltd.
Nitto Denko Corporation
Paul Hartmann AG
Scapa Group Ltd
Smith & Nephew PLC
4. Key Business & Product Trends
5. Global Market Overview
Global Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Medical Adhesive Tapes Resin Type Market Overview by Global Region
Acrylic
Silicone
Rubber
Other Types (Including Hybrid and Other Specialized Adhesive Tapes)
Global Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Medical Adhesive Tapes Backing Material Market Overview by Global Region
Paper
Fabric
Plastic
Others (Including Foam, Woven, Non-woven, and Metal Foil)
Global Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Medical Adhesive Tapes Application Market Overview by Global Region
Surgeries
Wound Dressings
Secure IV Lines
Ostomy Seals
Other Applications (Healthcare, Dental, and Sports Protection)

PART B: REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Global Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Geographic Region
REGIONAL MARKET OVERVIEW
6. North America
North American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Geographic Region
North American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
North American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
North American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Country-wise Analysis of North American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market
The United States
United States Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
United States Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
United States Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Canada
Canadian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Canadian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Canadian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Mexico
Mexican Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Mexican Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Mexican Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
7. Europe
European Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Geographic Region
European Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
European Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
European Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Country-wise Analysis of European Medical Adhesive Tapes Market
Germany
German Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
German Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
German Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
France
French Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
French Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
French Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
The United Kingdom
United Kingdom Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
United Kingdom Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
United Kingdom Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Spain
Spanish Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Spanish Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Spanish Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Italy
Italian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Italian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Italian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Russia
Russian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Russian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Russian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Rest of Europe
Rest of Europe Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Rest of Europe Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Rest of Europe Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
8. Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Geographic Region
Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Country-wise Analysis of Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market
Japan
Japanese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Japanese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Japanese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
China
Chinese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Chinese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Chinese Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
India
Indian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Indian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Indian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
South Korea
South Korean Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
South Korean Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
South Korean Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Rest of Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Rest of Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Rest of Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
9. South America
South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Geographic Region
South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Country-wise Analysis of Asia-Pacific Medical Adhesive Tapes Market
Brazil
Brazilian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Brazilian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Brazilian Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Argentina
Argentine Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Argentine Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Argentine Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
Rest of South America
Rest of South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Rest of South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Rest of South American Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application
10. Rest of World
Rest of World Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Resin Type
Rest of World Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Backing Material
Rest of World Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Overview by Application

PART C: GUIDE TO THE INDUSTRY

PART D: ANNEXURE

1. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2. FEEDBACK