Surgical Apparel Market Analysis

Global Surgical Apparel Market Overview

The Surgical Apparel Market Size was valued at USD 3.0 Billion in 2022 and is projected to grow from USD 3.2 Billion in 2023 to USD 5.3 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.60% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032). Hospital acquired infections, the frequency of zoonotic illnesses, and the growing need for high-quality patient care in healthcare facilities, are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Surgical Apparel Market Trends

• Rising demand for high-quality patient care in healthcare facilities is driving the market growth

Growing consumer demand for top-notch patient care in healthcare facilities is anticipated to boost market expansion. Doctors and patients are both protected from hazardous infections by medical protective garments. These garments also help to stop the spread of infectious diseases, which is why they have been frequently utilized to safeguard healthcare personnel, such as doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) estimates that over 600,000 total knee arthroplasty (TKA) treatments were carried out in the U.S. in 2010 and that this number would increase to nearly 3 million TKA procedures by 2030. 

The country's increasing surgical rate is predicted to boost market expansion in the United States. The market for medical protective apparel is expected to increase because to ongoing developments and advancements in the field of surgery, including standardizing practices, technical advancements, and high-reliability organizing (HRO). Additionally, an increase in the prevalence of chronic diseases is projected to support market expansion. Employers are now required to use medical protective clothing to shield their staff from various infections and health risks as a result of strict government regulations regarding the safety of patients, doctors, and other workers in hospitals and other facilities, as well as the severe penalties for non-compliance.

Humans and animals can naturally contract zoonotic infections from one another. These illnesses can be spread either by consuming contaminated food and water, coming into contact with the pathogen during preparation, or by having direct contact with diseased people or animals. Zoonotic illnesses have a significant impact on public health globally, with a greater occurrence rate in underdeveloped nations as a result of a lack of prevention measures and community ignorance.

Approximately 75% of new infectious diseases in humans have animal origins, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The World Health Organization (WHO) announced in January 2020 that the coronavirus was to blame for the COVID-19 outbreak. It is thought that either snakes or bats are the source of this virus. Additionally, COVID-19 was classified as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by the WHO. The demand for medical apparel is anticipated to be driven by the increase in the prevalence of infectious disorders.

Hospital acquired infections among patients have become more common, according to healthcare facilities. Hospital acquired infections (HAIs) can be brought on by bacterial, viral, or fungal pathogens. Infections acquired in hospitals are more common in developing nations. Due to the growth in HAI, there is more attention being paid to the usage of proper medical garments to stop disease transmission from patients being admitted to the hospital. Approximately 10% of hospitals in developing countries and 7% of hospitals in affluent nations currently have at least one HAI case, according to a recent data sheet provided by the World Health Organization. When compared to affluent nations, the prevalence of ICU-related infections is two to three times higher in developing nations. Thus, driving the Surgical Apparel market revenue.

Surgical Apparel Market Segment Insights

Surgical Apparel Type Insights

The Market segments of Surgical Apparel, based on type, includes disposable and reusable. Disposable segment dominated the global market in 2022. This is because products like disposable surgical drapes and gowns, and beds offer the best possible barrier protection while also lowering the risk of infection. Items are delivered in a clean and hygienic state.

Surgical Apparel Product Insights

The Surgical Apparel Market segmentation, based on product, includes scrubs, gowns, caps, gloves, mask, and others. Gowns segment dominated the global market in 2022. Healthcare workers treat COVID-19-infected patients while wearing impermeable, fluid-resistant medical protective garments such surgical gowns and isolation gowns. However, due to the shortage, reusable patient isolation gowns consisting of cotton-polyester or polyester fabrics, as well as coveralls, are taking the place of non-sterile disposable patient isolation gowns.

Surgical Apparel End User Insights

The Market segmentation of Surgical Apparel, based on end user, includes hospitals, diagnostic centers, ambulatory surgical centers, clinics, and others. Hospitals segment dominated the market of Surgical Apparel in 2022. Hospital care accounted for more than USD 1.19 trillion of the country's total healthcare spending in 2018, up 4.6% over the previous year, according to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Increased hospital visits and readmissions due to the rising frequency of chronic diseases have positively impacted the need for medical protective apparel in hospitals.

Figure 1: Surgical Apparel Market, by End User, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Surgical Apparel Regional Insights

By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North America Surgical Apparel Market dominated this market in 2022 (45.80%). The existence of significant companies, the development of hospital infrastructure, and the rise in the prevalence of many chronic diseases are the main drivers of market expansion. The COVID-19 epidemic has a substantial effect on the region's consumption of these goods. The market for masks in North America has exploded thanks to strict government regulations prohibiting their usage in public spaces. Further, the U.S. market of surgical apparel held the largest market share, and the Canada market of surgical apparel was the fastest growing market in the North America region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: SURGICAL APPAREL MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe Surgical Apparel market accounted for the healthy market share in 2022. This is due to the region's increasing older population proportion. Additionally, an increase in same-day procedures is predicted to positively affect the region's need for medical protective apparel. Further, the German market of surgical apparel held the largest market share, and the U.K market of surgical apparel was the fastest growing market in the European region

The Asia Pacific Surgical Apparel market is expected to register significant growth from 2023 to 2032. 20% of women in Seoul underwent plastic surgery in 2016, according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. According to a cosmetic surgeon, women in Eastern Asia have "monolid eyes," which is why eyelid surgery is the most common procedure performed in South Korea, followed by body contouring because it is less expensive there than in other nations. In 2014, the country had over 980,000 operations. Over the projected period, an increase in the number of plastic operations is anticipated to drive up demand for surgical gowns and other medical protective clothing. Moreover, China’s market of surgical apparel held the largest market share and the Indian market of surgical apparel was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Surgical Apparel Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the market of surgical apparel, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, Surgical Apparel industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the global Surgical Apparel industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Surgical Apparel industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the market of surgical apparel, including Johnson & Johnson, Baxter International Inc., Medtronic plc, Boston Scientific Corporation, GE Healthcare, Smith & Nephew plc, Stryker Corporation, B Braun, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Covidien, and The 3M Company, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development Products.

An engineering and technology corporation is Honeywell International Inc. The business develops and produces technology to address problems in a number of industries, including energy, security, safety, productivity, and global urbanization. Specialty chemicals, process technologies, electrical and sophisticated materials, productivity, sensing, safety and security technology, and spare parts are just a few of the things Honeywell has to offer. 

Additionally, it offers management, technical, repair, and maintenance services. In North America, Europe, and other continents, Honeywell provides services to clients in the building, petrochemical, aircraft, and refining industries. Around the world, it has manufacturing and other operations. The U.S. city of Charlotte, North Carolina, is home to Honeywell's headquarters. Honeywell announced the release of two new NIOSH-certified respiratory products in May 2022. For many years, Honeywell has produced respiratory protection products.

The company Toray Industries Inc. (Toray) sells cutting-edge materials. The company's product line consists of fibers, clothing, plastics, chemicals, composite materials, products for the life sciences, as well as medical equipment, drugs, and optical goods. Additionally, it offers polyester, polyethylene, polypropylene, water treatment membranes, carbon fibers, and carbon fiber composites. The clothing, industrial materials, automotive, construction, water treatment, and medical industries all employ its goods. 

Additionally, it offers services for physical assessment, analysis, and research. Toray also offers full-service engineering, condominiums, commercial and industrial machinery, IT-related gear, water treatment membranes and gear associated to them, as well as materials for use in construction, housing, and civil engineering. The business has operations in a number of nations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Tokyo, Japan serves as the home base for Toray. Toray Industries, Inc. declared in April 2022 that it has created LIVMOATM 4500AS disposable personal protective apparel.

Key Companies in the Market of Surgical Apparel Include

• Johnson & Johnson


• Baxter International Inc.


• Medtronic plc


• Boston Scientific Corporation


• GE Healthcare


• Smith & Nephew plc


• Stryker Corporation


• B Braun


• Thermo Fisher Scientific


• Covidien


• The 3M Company

Surgical Apparel Industry Developments

June 2022 Government contracting and medical supply firm Health Supply US recently made known that it intended to start up new manufacturing facilities in Greenville County. Class I medical gadgets and items including nitrile gloves and medical isolation gowns are among the company's FDA-compliant offerings. The new factory will significantly improve domestic availability of this essential medical supply product by producing an estimated 4.3 billion nitrile gloves yearly.

Surgical Apparel Market Segmentation

Surgical Apparel Type Outlook

• Disposable


• Reusable

Surgical Apparel Product Outlook

• Scrubs


• Gowns


• Caps


• Gloves


• Mask


• Others

Surgical Apparel End User Outlook

• Hospitals


• Diagnostic Centers


• Ambulatory Surgical Centers


• Clinics


• Others

Surgical Apparel Regional Outlook

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