The Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloth Market Size was valued at USD 1.61 Billion in 2023. The Global Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloth industry is projected to grow from USD 1.74 Billion in 2024 to USD 2.96 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.09% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) is an antiseptic that is being used for as many as 50 years now. This is used as a skin antiseptic in different hospitals and as a topical disinfectant in various bathing cloths, oral rinses, topical dressings, amongst others like surgical scrub products, intravenous catheters, and implantable surgical meshes. CHG clothes are put to use as wipes that help in germ-killing and antiseptics. Usually, the germs begin living on the skin, and hence, these cloth wipes are used for cleaning the skin and body surface. CHG is being used in 3 different concentrations that are 0.9%, 2%, 4%.
People having dry and cold skin have fewer chances of suffering from rashes and irritation caused fro the use of their CHG cloths. It should be used two times a day at home. Going for arthroplasty should be applied at night and in the morning before going for surgery. The side effects of the CHG cloth still need to be worked upon and the current market trends show that this can be a hurdle in the process of market growth. Owing to its antiseptic properties, The chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) cloth market is expected to register a CAGR of 3.80% to reach USD 16,469.14 thousand till 2023.
COVID 19 Analysis
The healthcare, pharmaceutical, and similar medical sectors are the ones that experienced a major demand and steering growth during the spread of the pandemic in 2020. The different waves of the pandemic are challenging the healthcare systems of the world to safeguard its population and develop vaccinations that help in creating antibodies to fight the coronavirus pandemic.
However, the rising cases are requiring more medical manpower to treat the patients who have contracted COVID 19. Hence, the availability for surgeons to conduct surgeries and make use of Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG), is less. However, with an attempt to return to normalcy, emergency surgeries are partially allowed which is helping to increase the demand for 2 chlorhexidine gluconate cloth.
The government bodies and the prominent players of the chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market across the globe are working on the development of products and ways to come over the chlorhexidine gluconate cloth side effects. This will help more people to demand the CHG cloth. Also, research for the same is underway that helps in investment in the right direction and development as per the requirement.
ReadyPrep™CHG, a pre-op skin antiseptic cloth, has quickly gained a significant portion of the domestic market share, capturing over 40 percent within two years of its inception. This product provides doctors with an additional weapon to combat SSIs (Surgical Site Infections). Medline introduced the chlorhexidine gluconate-infused cloths in 2019 following extensive clinical testing, evaluation, and ultimate approval by the FDA.
Hospital groups across soon adopted the pre-operative skin antiseptic cloths due to their cost-effectiveness, increased size, and extended shelf life of two years. This product is one of several that are made in the United States using a solution prepared at the company's plant in Hartland, Wisconsin, and then measured and manufactured in Waukegan, Illinois. Furthermore, Medline initiated the production of hand sanitizer at its Hartland, Wisconsin facility in order to address a shortage that is affecting the entire country. Medline repurposed its manufacturing capabilities at that plant to create hand sanitizer with an ethyl alcohol concentration of 80 percent. Additionally, one of its production rooms was modified to accommodate the production of this new product.
The population is witnessing a huge increase in surgical site infections and antiseptics is the only remedy for treating and preventing infections. Hence, the medical and healthcare field professionals strongly recommend the large-scale use of CHG products. These products can be utilized as antiseptic agents by authorized healthcare agencies, centers, and hospitals.
The use of CHG cloth is not for all skin types. People having sensitive skin might suffer from the side effects of making use of CHG on the skin that might prove to be harmful. This is one of the major concerns for the market that is acting as a restraint in its process of reaching the estimated market valuation.
Topical CHG is an effective antiseptic that is long-lasting. Wipes are usually filled with additives. Saturation and use of lotions are also possible that render the maximum advantage. The large-scale manufacturers of these wipes seek the help of the formulation experts in the development of techniques that include wax and gels. This helps in the creation of proper coats and padding that ensure good performance, texture, and user experience. There are inter and z-fold wipes that cater to different uses.
The chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market is focusing on increasing awareness related to the CHG cloths to maintain cleanliness. Other factors like the rise in infections and the need for a body free from infections are the major factors that will positively impact the market. However, the side-effects need to be pondered upon and similar steps should be taken.
Study Objectives
To understand the revenue models and have an idea about the segment that is likely to have the maximum revenue generation, it is vital to understand the basis of the market segmentation. The market bifurcations include the following:
Based on the type, the market includes 2% and 4% chlorhexidine gluconate cloths. There are other concentrations of the CHG cloth under production as well like 0.12%.
The application for the market involves the use of these CHG cloths. The CHG cloth can be used both for surgical preparation and personal hygiene and care.
There are many ways through which the CHG cloths reach their end-users. The hospitals, chemists, pharmaceuticals, online and retail pharmaceutical units make use of these CHG cloths and ultimately reach the consumers.
The chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market is currently producing 2% and 4% chlorhexidine cloths in 5 major geographies of the world. These are the Asian Pacific nations, European nations, North American market, Latin America along the Middle East, and Africa.
Owing to the functions of the market in 5 major geographical locations of the world, the CHG market is expected to have the maximum growth in the North American region. The US market is expected to emerge as a leader by the end of the global forecast period in 2032.
The chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market analysis shows that the North American population is largely demanding the use of CHG cloth as an antiseptic for surgeries. Following the trend, the fastest growth is likely to be witnessed by the APAC region that consists of developed and developing countries like India, China, Japan, Laos, and North Korea amongst others.
These countries are working to overcome the side-effects of using the CHG cloth that might cause rashes, redness, and irritation. The CHG cloth, post overcoming these challenges can benefit a large audience by the end of the future forecast year of 2032.
The European nations are also gearing up for the production of the CHG cloth market and initiate a considerable demand by the end of the global forecast period of 2023.
The chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market analysis is a sturdy framework to understand the market dynamics in various geographies along with the presence of prominent market players worldwide. The key chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market and growth strategies undertaken by the key players help in understanding the futuristic goals and revenue models to reach the estimated valuation by the end of the global forecast period of 2023. Also, the presence of the market players is important to draw a competitive global landscape. The prominent chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market players are:
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Report Overview
The Chlorhexidine gluconate solution market report discusses the functioning of the market and the impact of the global coronavirus pandemic on the market working and its demand. The study conducted on the market aims at evaluation of the growth prospects available for the market in both the current and future period. Also, the report focuses on discussing the untapped avenues available for the market along with the factors that help in shaping the revenue potential for the chlorhexidine gluconate cloth market by the end of the global forecast period in 2023. The report considers the demand graph and pattern for consumption by segmenting the market and noticing the key strategies undertaken in various geographical locations by the competitive market players.
| Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
| Market Size 2032 | USD 2.96 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) | 6.09% (2024-2032) |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Market Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Historical Data | 2018- 2020 |
| Market Forecast Units | Value (USD Billion) |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
| Segments Covered | Product, Application, Distribution Channel, and Region |
| Geographies Covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World |
| Countries Covered | The U.S., Canada, German, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil |
| Key Companies Profiled | Ardinal Health, Molnlycke Health Care AB, GAMA Healthcare Limited, Medline Industries Inc., Sage Products LLC (Stryker), ConvaTec, BD, Coloplast |
| Key Market Opportunities | Increasing prevalence of surgical site infections. |
| Key Market Dynamics | The side effects of CHG products are the main restraint on the global market. |
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloth Market. Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The global chlorhexidine gluconate market is expected to reach a valuation of more than USD 2.96 Billion by 2032.
The global chlorhexidine gluconate market is expected to exhibit a solid 6.09% CAGR over the forecast period from 2024 to 2032.
The market is majorly driven by the increasing prevalence of surgical site infections.
The side effects of CHG products are the main restraint on the global market.
The Americas hold the dominant share in the global market, due to the widespread adoption of CHG cloths in the healthcare sector in the region.
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