Rising demand for single-use medical supplies drives the soft skin adhesives market at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.50% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032)

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global Soft Skin Adhesives Market” that contains information from 2018 to 2032. The Soft Skin Adhesives market is estimated to register a CAGR of 8.50% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2032.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the global soft skin adhesives market— Adhesives Research, Dupont, DermaMed, Elken, Scapa, Henkel Adhesives, TOYOCHEM CO., LTD, and Wacker Chemic AG

Market Highlights

The global soft skin adhesives market is accounted to register a CAGR of 8.50% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 1.5 Billion by 2032.

There are several advantages when comparing single-use disposable medical equipment to traditional stainless-steel systems. The majority of disposable device assembly, which involves bonding, glueing, ultrasonic welding, or radio-frequency welding, uses injection-molded plastic. To limit human contact, automated assembly in clean rooms is necessary because to the massive volume of single-use gadget production.

Segment Analysis

The global soft skin adhesives market has been segmented based on base chemistry and application.

On the basis of base chemistry, the market is segmented into silicone based, acrylic based, and urethane based. In 2022, the silicone-based segment held the greatest market share. Silicone medical adhesives are suitable when skin-friendly applications are required for wearables and wounds.

Based on application, the global soft skin adhesives market has been segmented into wound dressing & bandages, scar therapies application, and wearable medical devices. In 2022, the segment for wound dressing & bandages held the biggest market share. Sutures cause a variety of serious issues, including painful needle punctures to the surrounding tissue, which is especially dangerous for vital organs like the liver or lung where it is difficult to stop blood and air leaks by suturing.

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Regional Analysis

The global Soft Skin Adhesives market, based on region, has been divided into the North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World. North America consists of US and Canada. The Europe Soft Skin Adhesives market comprises of Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Europe. The Soft Skin Adhesives market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Rest of the World Soft Skin Adhesives market comprises of Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

In 2022, the North America Soft Skin Adhesives Market held a 45.80% share of the global market. Soft skin adhesives are increasingly employed in conjunction with minimally invasive treatments and non-invasive medical equipment to give mild and non-irritating skin contact. For instance, soft skin adhesives are frequently used to secure blood pressure cuffs, EKG electrodes, and glucose monitors to patients' skin.

Moreover, the market for soft skin adhesives in Europe is anticipated to develop at the quickest rate between 2023 and 2032. Soft skin adhesives are used in a variety of medical operations, including the sealing of incisions, the affixing of surgical drapes to the skin, and the affixing of medical instruments to the skin.

Additionally, the major market share is accounted for by the Asia Pacific soft skin adhesives market. A rise in demand for medical supplies for the elderly may result from China's rapidly ageing population. Since they are frequently used in medical settings, such as the treatment of wounds and the manufacture of medical equipment, soft skin adhesives are a crucial product for the Chinese market.

Furthermore, the rest of the world's Soft Skin Adhesives market is divided into the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Latin America and Middle East Africa are experiencing a rise in the demand for soft skin adhesives, driven by the growing medical and healthcare sectors. These regions are witnessing an increased focus on innovative adhesive solutions for wound care and medical device applications.

Key Findings of the Study

• The global Soft Skin Adhesives market is expected to reach USD 1.5 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.50% during the forecast period.


• The market for soft skin adhesives in China had the biggest market share, and the market for soft skin adhesives in India had the quickest rate of expansion. A rise in demand for medical supplies for the elderly may result from China's rapidly ageing population.


• Based on Base Chemistry, includes silicone based, acrylic based, and urethane based. The silicone based segment accounted for the largest market share in 2022.


• Adhesives Research, Dupont, DermaMed, Elken, Scapa, Henkel Adhesives, TOYOCHEM CO., LTD, and Wacker Chemic AG