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Surgical Gloves Market Research Report Information By Material (Natural Rubber, Nitrile, Neoprene, Polyisoprene, Others), By Sterility (Sterile Gloves, Non- Sterile Gloves) By Form (Powder, Powder-free), By Distribution (Online, Offline) By End-use (Hospital, Veterinary, Emergency Medical Service, Dental, Others), By Usage (Disposable, Reusable) And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2032


ID: MRFR/Pharma/17669-HCR | 128 Pages | Author: Rahul Gotadki| April 2024

Global Surgical Gloves Market Overview


Surgical Gloves Market Size was valued at USD 9.9 Billion in 2022. The Surgical Gloves market industry is projected to grow from USD 10.2 Billion in 2023 to USD 13.1 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.20% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Increased health concerns and challenges have led to more expensive operations and more bariatric procedures are the key market drivers boosting the expansion of the market.


Surgical Gloves Market Overview


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


Surgical Gloves Market Trends



  • Increase in number of healthcare facilities is driving the market growth


Market CAGR for Surgical Gloves is being driven by the rising number of healthcare facilities. Surgical Gloves are prepared to a higher quality, are used during surgery, and have improved sensitivity, size accuracy, and precision. Using Surgical Gloves during medical examinations helps prevent cross-contamination between physicians and patients. Polymers such as polyisoprene, latex, neoprene, and nitrile are used to make Surgical Gloves. You can use these items as sterile gloves.


Additionally, the demand for polyisoprene (PI) Surgical Gloves is predicted to rise due to an increase in occurrences of various surgeries. The lack of a latex allergy risk and the growing worry over skin allergies from latex-based gloves are significant factors contributing to the market's increasing utilization. However, it is anticipated that the high cost of items constructed with polyisoprene will limit market expansion. During the market's forecast period, new and larger opportunities are anticipated to arise as a result of the innovations and ergonomically designed gloves offered by industry participants to lessen hand fatigue and boost efficiency. The accessibility of alternatives including nitrite, neoprene, and latex could provide a significant obstacle to the market's expansion..


The market report on polyisoprene (PI) Surgical Gloves includes information on recent developments, trade laws, import-export analyses, production analyses, value chain optimization, market share, and the effects of localized and domestic market players. It also analyzes potential revenue opportunities and changes in market regulations, as well as market size, category market growth, application dominance and niches, product approvals, launches, and geographic expansions. For analyst brief and other information on the polyisoprene (PI) Surgical Gloves market from Data Bridge Market Research, get in touch with us. Our staff will assist you in making well-informed decisions that will lead to market expansion.


For instance, a report released by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare states that around 33,830 procedures were carried out at Safdarjung Hospital in India, and 0.83 million visits were made to outpatient departments. In a similar vein, a May 2022 WHO publication states that out of every 100 patients in acute care hospitals, 7 patients in high-income countries and 15 in low- and middle-income countries had at least one healthcare-associated infection (HAI) during their stay, demand for Surgical Gloves supplements will increase due to the rising number of healthcare facilities. Thus, result in driving the Surgical Gloves market revenue.


Surgical Gloves Market Segment Insights


Surgical Gloves Material Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on Material includes Natural Rubber, Nitrile, Neoprene, Polyisoprene, Others. The natural rubber segment dominated the market. This is because natural rubber Surgical Gloves are tactile, making them the material of choice for delicate applications like surgery and medical procedures. They are also quite comfortable to wear, flexible, and perfect for working with biological or water-based products.


Surgical Gloves Sterility Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on Sterility, includes Sterile Gloves, Non- Sterile Gloves. The sterile gloves segment generated the most income. This is because surgeons and operation theater (OT) personnel frequently utilize surgical sterile gloves, which offer quality standards. These gloves are only meant to be used once before being thrown away.


Surgical Gloves Form Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on Form, includes Powder, Powder-free. The powder-free segment generated the most income. Due to the growing popularity of powder-free gloves in the medical field, strict prohibitions on powdered gloves by some nations worldwide would also help the market for powder-free gloves.


Surgical Gloves Distribution Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on distribution, includes Online, Offline. The online segment generated the most income. Because product manufacturers rely on distributors and wholesalers to get their items to consumers, offline channels are crucial to the Surgical Gloves sector. The gloves are also sold offline through e-commerce, social media advertising, hospital pharmacies, medicine stores, and over-the-counter pharmacies, among other venues.


Surgical Gloves End-use Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on End-use, includes Hospital, Veterinary, Emergency medical service, Dental, Others. The hospital segment generated the most income. Due to The surge in hospital visits and readmissions resulting from chronic diseases is driving up the need for Surgical Gloves in hospitals. The increased knowledge of the safety and health precautions associated with Surgical Gloves in the healthcare industry, including veterinary and emergency medical services, has had a substantial impact on demand for these gloves.


Surgical Gloves Usage Insights


The Surgical Gloves market segmentation, based on Usage, includes Disposable, Reusable. The disposable segment generated the most income. It is expected that the segment's demand would increase dramatically due to a number of variables, including favorable occupational safety rules, the growing significance of workplace security and safety, and rising healthcare costs. Moreover, Surgical Gloves guard against biohazards including viruses and bacteria, bodily fluids, and others, as well as potentially harmful compounds like alcohols, detergents, and abrasive items.


Figure1:  Surgical Gloves Market, by usage,2023 & 2032(USD Billion)


Surgical Gloves Market, by usage,2022&2032


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


Surgical Gloves Regional Insights


By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North American Surgical Gloves market area will dominate this market, owing to technological developments in medicine, strict regulations, and a large volume of surgical procedures. Just the United States, for instance, records more than three million surgical cases a year, will boost market growth in this region.


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


Figure2:  SURGICAL GLOVES MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2023 (USD Billion)


SURGICAL GLOVES MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022


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


Europe Surgical Gloves market has the second-largest portion of the market due to the increase of skilled healthcare personnel and strict laws guaranteeing the security of medical procedures. Further, the German Surgical Gloves market had the biggest market share, and the UK Surgical Gloves market was the fastest growing market in the European region


The Asia-Pacific Surgical Gloves Market is anticipated to expand between 2024 and 2032 at the quickest CAGR. This is due to growing health consciousness, an aging population, rising disposable incomes, and large healthcare expenditures. Moreover, China’s Surgical Gloves market had the biggest market share, and the Indian Surgical Gloves market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.


Surgical Gloves Key Market Players& Competitive Insights


Leading market players are putting a lot of money on R&D to expand their product lines, which will help the market for weight reduction products grow. Additionally, market players are engaging in a range of calculated initiatives to increase their worldwide presence, with important market developments involving the introduction of new products, contracts, M&A transactions, increased investment, and cooperation with other enterprises. To grow and endure in an increasingly cutthroat and dynamic market, Surgical Gloves industry must provide reasonably priced goods.


Manufacturing locally is one of the primary business techniques used by manufacturers to cut operational costs in the  Surgical Gloves industry to help customers and expand the market segment. In recent years, the Surgical Gloves industry has provided some of the biggest benefits to medicine. Major players in the Surgical Gloves market, including Top Glove Corporation, Hartalega Holdings, Sempermed, Globus Group, Kanam Latex Industries Pvt. Ltd., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.


In addition to rubber gloves, Top Glove Corporation Berhad is a Malaysian company that specializes in face masks and dental dams. The business owns and runs fifty production sites in China, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. Together with the US, Germany, and Brazil, these nations also house its marketing offices. In October 2023, Major surgical glove manufacturer Top Glove Corporation Bhd declared they would invest RM1 billion (US$224 million) in expanding their glove manufacturing operations in Malaysia. By 2025, they want to produce 50% more Surgical Gloves.


Ansell is an Australian-based company that produces medical gloves and protective industrial gear. In 2017, the company that had previously been known for making condoms sold that section. After the Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Company of the United Kingdom merged its Australian business, established in 1893 and floated on the Australian stock exchange, Ansell was established as Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Company of Australasia Ltd in 1899. The business renamed itself as the Dunlop Rubber Company of Australasia Ltd. in 1906 and again in 1929. In September 2023, The new GAMMA PRO surgical glove was introduced by Ansell Limited, a significant player in this sector. With this glove's unique construction, you can better guard against bacteria and viruses.


Key Companies in the Surgical Gloves market include



  • Top Glove Corporation

  • Hartalega Holdings

  • Sempermed

  • Globus Group

  • Kanam Latex Industries Pvt. Ltd.

  • Narang Medical Limited

  • MRK Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

  • Cardinal Health Inc.

  • Ansell Ltd.

  • Sun Healthcare (M) Sdn. Bhd.

  • Berner International GmbH

  • Dach

  • ERENLER MEDÄ°KAL SAN. TÄ°C. LTD. ÅžTÄ°.

  • Medline Industries, Inc.

  • Leboo Healthcare Products Limited


Surgical Gloves Industry Developments


May 2022: GIIB Holdings Bhd, a supplier of rubber compounds, opened its first glove factory in Nilai, Malaysia. The group's successful entry into the glove industry was signaled by the opening of the glove manufacturing facility. It is possible to create latex or nitrile gloves using different production lines.


August 2023: the Surgical Gloves market had a  value of US$2.7 billion. It is anticipated to expand over the next ten years at a pace of 4.5% annually. This expansion can be attributed to the rise in chronic diseases and the number of countries purchasing Surgical Gloves..


July 2023: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States has issued revised guidelines for surgical glove labels. These guidelines aid in determining whether the gloves are non-sterile or sterile (totally clean).


Surgical Gloves Market Segmentation


Surgical Gloves Material Outlook



  • Natural Rubber

  • Nitrile

  • Neoprene

  • Polyisoprene

  • Others


Surgical Gloves Sterility Outlook



  • Sterile Gloves

  • Non- Sterile Gloves


Surgical Gloves Form Outlook



  • Powder

  • Powder-free


Surgical Gloves Distribution Outlook



  • Online

  • Offline


Surgical Gloves End-use Outlook



  • Hospital

  • Veterinary

  • Emergency medical service

  • Dental

  • Others


Surgical Gloves Usage Outlook



  • Disposable

  • Reusable


Surgical Gloves Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America



Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size2022 USD 9.9 Billion
Market Size 2023 USD 10.2 Billion
Market Size2032 USD 13.1 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 3.20% (2024-2032)
Base Year 2023
Market Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Data 2018- 2022
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Material, Sterility, Form , Distribution, End-use, Usage  and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
Countries Covered The US, German, France, UK, Canada, Italy, Spain, India, Australia, South Korea, China, Japan, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled  Top Glove Corporation, Hartalega Holdings, Sempermed, Globus Group, Kanam Latex Industries Pvt. Ltd., Narang Medical Limited, MRK Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Key Market Opportunities Worldwide Knowledge of Personal Hygiene and Infection Prevention
Key Market Dynamics Growing Healthcare-Associated Infections


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The size of the worldwide market for Surgical Gloves was estimated at USD 9.9 billion in 2022.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.20% during the forecast period, 2024-2032.

In the market, North America accounted for the greatest share.

The leading companies in the industry include Top Glove Corporation, Hartalega Holdings, Sempermed, Globus Group, Kanam Latex Industries Pvt. Ltd.

Which form dominated the Surgical Gloves market?

The Offline had the largest share in the market.

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