Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market

Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Size by Type (Electrode Adhesives, Transdermal Drug Delivery and Specialized Adhesives), Product (Acrylic-Based, Silicon-Based, Rubber Based and Others), End User (Hospitals & Clinics, Home Care Settings and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023 to 2032

Base Year: 2022 Historical Data: 2019-21
  • Report ID: TBI-13928
  • Published Date: Jan, 2024
  • Pages: 239
  • Category: Healthcare
  • Format: PDF
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The global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives market was valued at USD 2.04 Billion in 2022 and growing at a CAGR of 7.67% from 2023 to 2032. The market is expected to reach USD 4.27 Billion by 2032. Wearable stick-to-skin devices are offering doctors the freedom of time and location independence. These devices help healthcare providers get crucial patient information; based on that, appropriate action can be taken anywhere. It also gives freedom to patients as they don't have to spend hours travelling to clinics and hospitals. Advancements in wearable devices have changed the healthcare sector. For instance, a diabetic patient can easily monitor their glucose level using the continuous monitoring system, a non-invasive on-body device that does not hinder the patient's daily routine. Individuals are also trying to quit the smoke slowly using die-cut transdermal patches, which deliver a certain amount of nicotine into the bloodstream through the skin. All these factors are eventually driving the growth of the medical stick-to-skin adhesives market.

Market Introduction:

Medical stick-to-skin adhesives are a category of bio-compatible adhesives used to attach medical devices to the skin. It is formulated to offer secure attachment and minimum potential skin damage or irritation after its removal. These adhesives can be used in several medical situations, such as securing sensors and wearable devices for surgical drapes and wound care bandages. These adhesives are important in managing ostomy care, chronic wounds and medical device attachment to monitor vital signs. Also, the surge in healthcare spending, growing demand for minimally invasive surgeries and advancement in technology in the healthcare sector is further propelling the market's growth. Hence, stick-to-skin adhesives are growing in the healthcare and sports sectors for monitoring vital signs. Also, the growing prevalence of infectious and chronic diseases globally has created a demand for drug delivery devices, wound care dressings and wearable medical devices. These factors boost the market growth. The growing requirement for wearable medical devices and the increased importance people place on personalized healthcare are fueling the market. These stick-to-skin adhesives are designed to stick properly to the skin and should be hypoallergenic and comfortable. Advancements in technology have led to the healthcare sector's growing adoption of wearable technology, eventually driving the medical stick-to-skin adhesives market. This adhesive plays a crucial role in making wearable medical devices like electrocardiogram (ECG) patches, continuous glucose monitors and temperature sensors. The medical stick-to-skin adhesive ensures that the device is attached securely to the skin and thus continuously monitors vital signs and health. Remote patient monitoring is also fueling the market's growth as these adhesive materials help make skin-friendly, long-wearing sensors that provide health data to a health provider in real time. It helps in the proactive approach to healthcare management, and thus, there will be early interventions for patients suffering from chronic conditions. Adhesive patches are also used in the delivery of medication through the skin. It offers an easy and non-invasive alternative to the traditional way of drug administration. All these factors are eventually driving the medical stick-to-skin adhesives market.

Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Size

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Recent Development
  • In February 2023: 3M exhibited a new medical adhesive that adhered to the skin for 28 days. It can help use several sensors, health monitors and long-term medical wearables. It helps the organization gain market share in the medical stick-to-skin adhesive market. 
  • In May 2023: HB Fuller Company, a leading pureplay adhesive organization, acquired Adhezion Biomedical, a private medical adhesive organization from the US, with customers from over 40 countries. The acquisition helped the organization expand its share in the medical adhesive sector by innovating in the highly profitable healthcare adhesive space. It is helping the organization gain market share in the medical stick-to-skin adhesive market.
  • In October 2023: DuPont developed higher adhesion and low cyclic silicone soft skin adhesive named DuPont Liveo MG 7-9960 Soft Skin Adhesive. It is formulated for advanced wound care dressing and holding medical gadgets to the skin. It has a long wear time with gentle removal. These products would eventually help the organization broaden its market share in the Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives market.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

The growing demand for wearable medical devices–  There is a growing demand for wearable medical devices like smart patches and continuous glucose monitors. Hence, there is much more focus on patient comfort and convenience for wearable medical devices, leading to the formulation of skin-friendly adhesives that provide proper attachment without any damage or irritation. Moreover, making novel, skin-friendly sticky formulations that support sensitive skin and have longer wear time without any skin irritation or damage further helps with using wearable medical devices. Also, the advancement of technology is leading to the integration of smart technologies using wearable devices to monitor health parameters properly. All these factors are eventually propelling the growth of the Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives market.

Restraints:

Allergic reactions– The allergic reactions and skin irritation due to the use of adhesive material in wearable devices and others act as hindrances for the market. The properties of skin differ from person to person, and it changes from one part of the body to another, making it very difficult for the adhesives to be tested and evaluated completely. Also, skin surfaces have wrinkles, pores, hairs, etc., which act as a barrier to adhesion. Moreover, regulatory accordance and stringent clinical testing for safety and efficacy also act as hurdles. All these factors are eventually acting as a restraint to the market.

Opportunities:

Advancement in technology– Advancements in technology have led to several types of stick-to-skin adhesives, which fulfil requirements in the healthcare sector. For instance, for cardiac telemetry measurement, the device's accurate positioning is required. Thus, many medical adhesive tapes available have painless and residue-free removal and repositioning on the skin for best measurement. Similarly, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices need reliable and durable patches for better results for long wear time, and with the advancement in technology, skin adhesives with 21 and more days of wear time are available, thus improving the wear comfort of the device and customer experience. All these factors eventually propel the Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives market in the forecasting period.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the largest market for the global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives market, with a 31.89% share of the market revenue in 2022. This market share is attributed to the surge in the cases of chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes in the region, which lead to regular medical interventions. Also, the growing senior population in the region prefer user-friendly and easy stick-to-skin adhesives for injuries and chronic disease. There is also high healthcare spending along with better healthcare infrastructure in countries like the US and Canada; hence, there is more use of advanced medical devices, eventually driving the medical stick-to-skin adhesive market in the region.

North America Region Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Share in 2022 - 31.89%

 

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  • APAC region shows the fastest growth rate due to growing investment in developing healthcare infrastructure. Also, the middle-class population in emerging economies like China and India is expanding, thus increasing spending capability. The government in the region is focusing on increasing the accessibility of healthcare by increasing the number of clinics and hospitals which eventually use medical adhesives.
Type Segment Analysis

The type segment is divided into electrode adhesives, transdermal drug delivery and specialized adhesives. The specialized adhesives segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 48.43% in 2022. This significant share is attributed to a broad range of adhesives customized for particular applications like ostomy devices, wound care, and medical device attachment. Medical professionals need specialized adhesives to take care of the unique requirements of a patient’s condition without damaging the skin and ensure a secure attachment for a longer period.

Product Segment Analysis

The product segment is divided into acrylic-based, silicon-based, rubber based and others. The acrylic-based segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 43.33% in 2022. This significant share is attributed to its excellent long-term hold and resistance to chemicals and high temperatures. It is considered best for extended wear and formulated to be hypoallergenic, which is important for sensitive skin applications. Hence, it is broadly used for products like long-term monitoring sensors and ostomy devices.

End User Segment Analysis

The end user segment is divided into hospitals & clinics, home care settings and others. The hospitals & clinics segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 72.57% in 2022. Hospitals and clinics need adhesives that can meet stringent sterilization standards and which can help with a high turnover of patients. Hospitals generally prefer products that support many medical applications, from surgery to diagnostics, and need versatility and clinical efficacy.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
  • Panacol-elosol GmbH
  • Mativ Holdings, Inc.
  • LINTEC Company
  • Ashland Inc.
  • Avery Dennison Corporation
  • Baxter International Inc.
  • Chemence Medical Inc.
  • Advanced Medical Solutions Group Plc
  • Cryolife, Inc.
  • DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  • Dymax Corporation
  • 3M Company
  • Glaxosmithkline PLC
  • H.B. Fuller Company
  • Heartland Adhesives, LLC
  • Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
  • Mactac
  • Smith & Nephew PLC
  • Master Bond Inc.
  • Procter & Gamble Company
  • Medical Devices Business Services, Inc.
  • Medtronic PLC
  • Nitto Denko Corporation
  • DermaMed Coatings Company, LLC
  • Permabond LLC

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2022 USD 2.04 Billion
Market size value in 2032 USD 4.27 Billion
CAGR (2023 to 2032) 7.67%
Historical data 2019-2021
Base Year 2022
Forecast 2023-2032
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Type, Product and End User

Frequesntly Asked Questions

North America region emerged as the largest market for the Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives.

The market's growth will be influenced by the growing demand for wearable medical devices.

Advancement in technology will provide huge opportunities to the market.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2019 to 2032. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global medical stick-to-skin adhesives market based on below mentioned segments:

Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market by Type:

  • Electrode Adhesives
  • Transdermal Drug Delivery
  • Specialized Adhesives

Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market by Product:

  • Acrylic-Based
  • Silicon-Based
  • Rubber Based
  • Others

Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market by End User:

  • Hospitals & Clinics
  • Home Care Settings
  • Others

Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives by Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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