The Global
Medical Nonwoven Disposables Market is projected to expand at a CAGR surpassing
7.9% during the forecast period (2014 to 2020). The industry stood at USD 5980
million in 2013. Booming global population and rising cases of incontinence
& related disorders are key market drivers. Other factors that fuel demand
are surging income levels, sophisticated medical infrastructure, and high
incidence of hospital acquired infections.
Medical
nonwoven disposables are made of special nonwoven materials that prevent cross
contaminations. They effectively sieve out bacteria that spread infections.
Medical nonwoven disposables are preferred over conventional textiles since the
former exhibit greater protection against infections. One of its key demand
drivers is the widespread acceptance of the same among medical practitioners.
The
global medical nonwoven disposables market is categorized on the basis of
products and regions. The product portfolio comprises disposable nonwoven
hygiene products and nonwoven medical supplies. In 2013, the industry was
dominated by the nonwoven medical supplies segment. It accounts for more than
50% of total revenues. The market for hygiene products is anticipated to expand
robustly over the forecast period. High adoption rate and rising cases of
urinary & fecal incontinence propel demand for hygiene products.
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The
disposable incontinence pads & ostomy liners segment led the disposable
nonwoven sanitation products industry in 2013. These products are essentially
used in light or medium incontinence cases. It is expected that the
introduction of eco-friendly & chlorine free incontinence pads will
significantly contribute to market demand.
Geographically,
the worldwide medical nonwoven disposables market is categorized into four key
segments: Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World. Owing to
high patient awareness, intense R&D activities, and the presence of updated
technologies, North America dominated the global market in 2013. This region
receives immense government support.
According
to recent surveys, disposable adult incontinence products are needed by nearly
29 million individuals in North America. Such a trend could further fuel
regional demand during the forecast period. China and India are the two main
Asia Pacific economies that are poised to witness remarkable growth in the
forthcoming years. Regional market drivers are widespread awareness about
hospital acquired infections and surging healthcare expenditure.
Prominent
industry players are Kimberly Clark Corporation, Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget
(SCA), Unicharm Corporation, Covidien, and Freudenberg Nonwovens among many
others. Characterized by stiff competition, the global industry thrives on new
product development and innovations. Biodegradable & gender specific
diapers are expected to positively impact the market in the long run.
Currently,
the industry is witnessing high demand for nonwovens that are meant for
moderate & heavy incontinence. These products include pull up pants and
protective adult underwear. Manufacturers need to ensure that these products
rank high on softness, stretchability, and strength. FIBRELLA Lite nonwoven is
the award winning product manufactured by Suominen, a Finland based
manufacturer of nonwovens. It is a lightweight spunlace nonwoven that is widely
available and is employed in adult incontinence & baby care applications.
This material employs excellent bonding, finishing, and forming technologies.
Introduction of this product has enabled Suominen to expand its customer base
considerably.
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