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Surgical Scalpel Market Size

ID: MRFR//6112-HCR | 90 Pages | Author: Kinjoll Dey| November 2024

The primary market factor driving the surgical scalpel market is the continual demand for surgical procedures globally. As medical technology advances, the number of surgeries performed for various conditions increases, contributing directly to the demand for surgical scalpels. The upward trend of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disorders and cancer requires nowadays numerous types of surgical procedures for the diagnosis, care, and treatment. The expanding patient population is driving the need for surgical scalpels which are considered a necessary instrument for many types of surgical interventions.
Continuous improvements in the development of surgical tools, from scalpels to phenomenal technological inventions such as lasers, robots, and microscopes are not only its roots, but also its legs. Market operators favor higher scalpel product versions with ergonomic design features as well as with safety improvements and better and accurate precision, which will continue stimulating market growth.
That of aging population sustains the market demarcation of surgical scalpel globally since older people undergo surgical procedure implemented due to age – specific complications. Geriatric population is increasing which has led to increased demand for surgical procedures and other instruments such as the scalpels.
Healthcare has become globalized and as such it has allowed for the dissemination of medical knowledge, technology, and tools all around the globe. This has widened the consumer base for surgical scalpel makers giving them an opportunity for growth in the emerging markets where health infrastructure is coming up.
The continuous growth of health infrastructure especially in emerging markets is very crucial in the surgery for surgical market which has been clearly enunciated. As higher investments are directed to hospitals and surgical centers, there occurs a growth in the demand for surgical instruments such as scalpels.
The increasing understanding, about early diagnosis and surgical interventions for different medical conditions fuels the demand for surgical scalpels. In addition, educational campaign on new development in surgical tools and equipment for the health personnel has impact to their preference and choices.
The market is also shaped by the availability of cost-effective alternatives to traditional surgical scalpels, such as disposable and safety scalpels. Cost considerations, especially in resource-limited settings, impact the purchasing decisions of healthcare facilities and contribute to market variations.

Global Surgical Scalpel Market Overview


The Surgical Scalpel Market Size was valued at USD 0.43 Billion in 2023. The global surgical scalpel industry is projected to grow from USD 0.46 Billion in 2024 to USD 0.67 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.30% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032).


A surgical scalpel is a healthcare tool that is extremely sharp bladed. Doctors use the device for anatomical dissection and surgery. 


The scalpel is of two types: a single-use or disposable scalpel and the other is a reusable scalpel. The reusable ones contain blades that can be sharpened in need. The scalpel blades are packed in a sterile pouch. The blades are made of high carbon steel, stainless steel, diamond, hardened steel, titanium, etc. The rise in the prevalence of neurological and cardiovascular illnesses has resulted in a high need for Surgical Scalpel. The Demand for Surgical Scalpel has increased due to an increase in surgical preference and technical improvements in surgery. Growing health-related concerns are a major factor for the Surgical Scalpel Market.


Moreover, the growing aging population and the growing frequency of chronic illnesses are expected to drive the Surgical Scalpel Market shortly. Scalpel blades are typically tempered and hardened steel, high carbon steel, or stainless steel. Some of the important reasons for the market growth are the increasing number of surgical procedures, the growing occurrence of various chronic diseases, and the rising geriatric population are some of the major market developments.


Surgical Scalpel Market Segment Insights


The surgical scalpel market is segmented based on product, material type, application, end user, and region.


Surgical Scalpel Product Insights


The global market for surgical scalpel, by product, is segmented into disposable surgical scalpel, reusable surgical scalpel, and accessories. The reusable surgical scalpel segment is further classified as scalpel handles, and surgical blades.


Surgical Scalpel Material Type Insights


Based on material type, the market is segmented into stainless steels, high-grade carbon steels, and others.


Surgical Scalpel End User Insights


Based on end user, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing centers, reference laboratories, and others.


Surgical Scalpel Regional Insights


In the current scope of the study, the segments mentioned above are covered into the four global regions, namely, the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and African region.


The surgical scalpel market in the Americas has further been segmented into North America and South America, with the North American market divided into the US and Canada.


The European surgical scalpel market has been segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe. Western Europe has been classified as Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Western Europe.  The surgical scalpel market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into Japan, China, India, South Korea, Australia, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The surgical scalpel market in the Middle East & Africa has been segmented into the Middle East and Africa.


The Americas dominated the global market for surgical scalpel owing to the increasing healthcare expenditure presence of major market players, and rising cases of cardiovascular disorders within the region. As per the 2019 data suggested by the American College of Cardiology Foundation, coronary events are expected to occur in 1,055,000 individuals, including 720,000 new and 335,000 recurrent coronary events. It was also reported that, in 2017, around 3,244 cases of heart transplantation occurred.


In 2017, it was estimated that Europe stood second in the global surgical scalpel market. This can be attributed to the rising demand for plastic and reconstructive surgery.


Asia-Pacific was the fastest growing region in 2017. Improvement in the reimbursement policies drives the regional markets of the Asia Pacific region. In 2017, the Australian Government Department of Health introduced the latest Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). According to the MBS, the actual fee for caecostomy, enterostomy, gastrostomy, and suture of perforated peptic ulcer was USD 521.25 which is now reduced by 75% i.e. USD 390.95. Moreover, the actual fee for hydatid cyst of the liver, with or without suture of biliary radicles, and with omentoplasty or myeloplasty was USD 653.45 which is now reduced by 75% i.e. USD 490.10.


On the other hand, the Middle East and Africa held the least share in the global surgical scalpel market due to the low economic development, especially within the African region.


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Secondary research was mainly used to collect and identify information useful for extensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the Surgical Scalpel market. It was also used to obtain key information about major players, market classification, and segmentation according to industry trends, geographical markets, and developments related to the market and perspectives. For this study, analysts have gathered information from various credible sources, such as annual reports, SEC filings, journals, white papers, corporate presentations, company web sites, international organization of chemical manufacturers, some paid databases, and many others.


Surgical Scalpel Market Top Key Players



  • Ansell Sandel Medical Solutions LLC (Ansell)

  • Braun Melsungen AG

  • Beaver-Visitec International

  • Cincinnati Surgical Company, Inc.

  • Henry Schein, Inc.

  • Hill-Rom Services Inc.

  • Huaiyin Medical Instruments Co., Ltd 

  • Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC

  • Integra LifeSciences Corporation

  • Kai Industries Co., Ltd.

  • Kawamoto Corporation

  • Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH

  • MANI, Inc.

  • Medicom Company

  • Medtronic Plc.

  • MYCO Medical

  • pfm medical

  • PL Medical Co., LLC.

  • SouthMedic

  • Surgical Specialties Corporation

  • Swann Morton

  • Swann-Morton Limited

  • VOGT Medical


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Surgical Scalpel Market Segmentation


Surgical Scalpel Product Outlook



  • Disposable Surgical Scalpel

  • Reusable Surgical Scalpel


    • Scalpel Handles

    • Surgical Blades


  • Accessories


Surgical Scalpel Material Type Outlook



  • Stainless Steel

  • High-Grade Carbon Steel

  • Others


Surgical Scalpel Application Outlook



  • Bariatric Surgeries

  • Cardiovascular Surgeries

  • Orthopedic Surgeries

  • General Surgeries

  • Others


Surgical Scalpel End User Outlook



  • Hospitals

  • Clinics

  • Ambulatory Surgical Centers

  • Nursing Centers

  • Reference Laboratories

  • Others

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