Adhesive Bandages Market

Adhesive Bandages Market Outlook (2022 to 2032)

The global adhesive bandages market recorded a valuation of US$ 452.5 million in 2021 and is expected to reach US$ 634.4 million by the end of 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 3.1% over the next ten years. According to this new study by Persistence Market Research, North America is leading the regional market with a share of 35.4%.

Adhesive bandages are thin textile strips with a small non-sticky absorbent pad on one end and a sticky layer on the other side, used as a medical dressing product. These bandages have adhesiveness that sticks to the epidermis and promotes a quick wound-healing process. To collect any fluid oozing from the wound, a little and non-stick pad constructed of cotton or water-absorbing gel is present. The cotton in certain bandages is covered with a porous polymer to prevent it from adhering to the scab or wound. This pad cushions either the actual injury site or the region where antiseptics will be applied.

Polyethylene or woven polyethylene and latex are the main materials used for these bandages that are used to shield minor wounds from external bacterial growth, irritation, infection, and external filth. It is sometimes also referred to as a medical or sticking plaster.

Adhesive bandages can be used in various applications, including pain relief, orthopedic support, and wound management. The smooth progress of the healing process is ensured by the use of adhesive bandages. Some of these adhesive bandages have antibacterial characteristics that enhance the healing process and reduce the spread of infection.

Sales of adhesive bandages accounted for 56.2% share of the global bandage market in 2021.

Sales Analysis of Adhesive Bandages (2017 to 2021) Vs. Market Outlook (2022 to 2032)

The market for adhesive bandages expanded at a CAGR of 2.2% from 2012 to 2021 due to a rise in the number of accidents, chronic wounds, sports injuries, and burns.

According to studies on human wounds and their burden, around 2.5% of the population in the United States are suffering from chronic wounds that hamper the quality of life. Chronic wounds are major injuries that take time to heal through the typical stages of wound healing. Age causes a slowdown in the wound-healing process.

Additionally, the aging population sees an increased risk of chronic illnesses due to the body's inherent incapacity to heal. Cardiovascular conditions such as peripheral arterial disease (PAD), coronary artery disease (CAD), and other heart and blood vessel problems limit the supply of blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the wound, which slows the healing process. Thus, the increasing geriatric population susceptible to chronic wounds is a factor driving market growth.

Muscle injuries, skin injuries, soft tissue injuries, cartilage injuries, and fascia are becoming more common as a result of the increasing popularity of leisure activities such as cycling, camping, jogging, and other sports. Major contributing factors to sports injuries include overuse, direct impact, and exerting a force greater than the body part can withstand structurally. Cuts, bruises, strains, sprains, rips, shattered bones, and other conditions can result from sports injuries.

• Over 3.5 million children and adolescents suffer injuries playing youth sports each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Thus, owing to the factors mentioned above, the global adhesive bandages market is expected to progress at a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2032.

What are the Key Opportunities for Adhesive Bandage Manufacturers?

A growing number of ambulatory surgical centers will increase the opportunities for manufacturers of adhesive bandages.

• According to Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society 2021 data, there are 5,344 surgical centers in the United States alone.

Services offered by ASCs are surgical treatment, diagnostics, and preventive procedures. As demand for invasive surgeries is growing, the expansion of ASCs will result in high demand for bandages to cure acute wounds and cuts.

Every year, around 310 million major surgeries are performed all over the world. Increasing number of surgeries gives rise to the growing number of surgical wounds. Additionally, an increased incidence of diabetic foot ulcers and acute wounds will increase the need for adhesive bandages.

What’s Restraining Demand Growth for Adhesive Bandages?

The availability of alternatives such as alginate dressings, hydrogel, foam, and film dressings is one of the major impeding factors for the growth of the adhesive bandages market. These bandages are near the wound. Film dressings are composed of a thin polyurethane membrane that has acrylic glue applied to one side. These are employed to cover and safeguard catheter sites as well as open wounds. Since they allow for transparency of the wound and reduce needless dressing changes, transparent film dressings are widely used to cover wounds.

Adhesives provide effective materials with the stickiness needed to adhere to the skin. Products that deliver the medication through the skin include artificial nails, adhesive bandages, and transdermal patches. Although they have a valuable function, some individuals may become allergic to adhesive glue. The adhesive’s glue may induce contact dermatitis, a skin disorder that can result in blisters, rash, and flaking. As latex is one of the most common materials used for the production of adhesive bandages, people who are allergic to these bandages can choose alternatives, impacting the growth of the market.

• According to a study published in World Allergy Organization Journal in 2021, it was investigated that latex sensitivity ranges from 1% to a high of 7.6% in the general population.

Country-wise Insights

Why is the United States a Large Market for Adhesive Bandages?

The United States held 21% share of the global market in 2021. Growing injury cases in the country will drive the demand for adhesive bandages. Additionally, increasing self-care awareness among the population will drive market growth in the country.

• According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, healthcare spending in the U.S. grew by 9.7% in 2020.

How is the United Kingdom Market for Adhesive Bandages Evolving?

The United Kingdom accounts for 7.6% share of the global market for adhesive bandages.

• As per a report published in the British Journal of family medicine in June 2020, around 2.2 million people suffered from chronic wounds in the country.

Most of the adhesive bandages in the world are imported from the United Kingdom. Besides, the high demand and adoption of adhesive bandages in the country will account for a great opportunity for market expansion during the forecast period.

Category-wise Insights

Why are Medicated Adhesive Bandages Highly Sought-after?

Medicated adhesive bandages generated revenue worth US$ 295.9 million in 2021, with the segment projected to expand at a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period.

Infused with an antiseptic solution, medicated bandages, which are commonly referred to as first aid plaster, are used to treat superficial wounds, minor cuts, bruises, and exudate absorption. Road accidents are on the rise, chronic wounds are becoming more common, minimally invasive operations are becoming more popular, and so forth, thereby driving the demand for medicated adhesive bandages.

Will Woven Fabric Adhesive Bandages Continue Exhibiting High Demand?

Woven fabric-made adhesive bandages accounted for a market revenue share of 46.9% in 2021.

Demand for safe, convenient, and efficient adhesive bandages is growing across the world. Also, this kind of material cannot be overly stretched but is flexible so that it can maintain its shape, making it durable to use. These factors are responsible for the growing demand for woven fabric adhesive bandages in medical settings.

Competitive Landscape

The global market is highly fragmented with a large number of local and key players. Considering the competition from local players, key market players in the industry are focusing on their distribution channels to reach a large customer base. Manufacturers are also coming up with adhesive bandages that have a better material composition to offer ease of use.

• Nexcare Duo, a new bandage product from 3M that focuses on painless removal, was introduced in April 2021. The silicone adhesive in Nexcare Duo offers a strong hold while remaining simple to remove.
• To provide an exclusive supply of medical goods as well as supply chain and logistics solutions, Medline Industries combined with Yale New Haven in April 2020.

Adhesive Bandages Industry Report Scope

Adhesive Bandages Industry Research Segmentation

By Product Type:

• Medicated
• Non-medicated

By Material:

• Woven Fabric
• Latex Strips
• Others

By Application:

• Wound Management
• Edema Control and Pain Management
• Orthopedic Management
• Others

By Distribution Channel:

• Hospital Pharmacies
• Retail Pharmacies
• Online Pharmacies

By Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia
• East Asia
• Oceania
• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

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