Market Insights
The medical molding market was estimated at USD 42.6 billion in 2023 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% during 2024-2030 to reach USD 63.3 billion in 2030.
Market Dynamics
Introduction
The medical molding market involves parts manufactured with various polymers and metals, using multiple processes, such as injection molding, extrusion, over molding, blow molding, compression molding, and transfer molding. These parts are used in a wide range of applications, such as diagnostic equipment, surgical instruments, drug delivery systems, and implantable devices. Medical molding processes must maintain cleanliness and ensure effective sterilization to prevent infections and ensure patient safety. Medical molding processes enable the production of custom-designed parts for specific medical applications and patient needs.
After slower growth in 2020, the market experienced exceptional growth in 2021 owing to a robust increase in demand for medical devices and equipment, rising personal health and hygiene, and rapid introduction of new products and technologies to address healthcare challenges during the pandemic.
Market Drivers
Key factors propelling the growth of the medical molding market are rising demand for medical devices due to a growing aging population; growing investment in healthcare infrastructure; rising focus towards minimally invasive procedures, personalized medicine, and point-of-care diagnostics; and increase in technological advancements which include development in molding technologies, and process innovations impacting the growth of high-performance and complex medical devices.
Key Trends
- Miniaturization is one of the key trends shaping the market owing to the increase in demand for minimally invasive procedures, personalized medicine, and point-of-care diagnostics. The molding process enables the production of miniaturized and complex parts with high precision and consistency.
- The multi-material molding technique allows the combination of different materials which enhances functionality, performance, and cost efficiency.
- Key players focus on sustainable materials, such as biodegradable polymers and recycled plastics owing to environmental concerns and stringent regulations. They put effort into optimizing manufacturing processes, minimizing waste generation, and implementing recycling initiatives.
Segment Analysis
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Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Application Type Analysis
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Medical Devices and Pharmaceutical Packaging & Processing.
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Medical devices are expected to be the dominant as well as the fastest-growing application in the coming years.
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Material Type Analysis
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Polymer [PVC, HDPE, LDPE, PP, Silicone, and Others] and Metal.
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Polymer is anticipated to contribute a larger share of the medical molding market in the coming years.
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Process Type Analysis
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Injection Molding, Extrusion, and Others.
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Injection molding is likely to hold the dominant position as the process type of the market.
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Region Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World.
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North America is expected to maintain its reign during the forecast period, whereas Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest rate.
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By Application Type
“Medical devices are expected to remain dominant as well as the faster-growing application of the market during the forecast period.”
- The medical molding market is segmented into medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging & processing.
- Medical devices are expected to remain dominant as well as the fastest-growing application of the market during the forecast period.
Key applications including medical devices are:
- High-value consumables: stents, pacemakers, surgical sutures, artificial heart valves orthopedic implants, surgical balloons, neurostimulation electrodes, cochlear implants, dental implants, etc.
- Low-value consumables: syringes, needles, scalpels, bandages, catheters, drainage tubes, gauze pads, cotton swabs, gloves, masks, etc.
- Medical Equipment: MRI machines, x-ray machines, dialysis machines, anesthesia machines, nebulizers, blood pressure monitors, diagnostic imaging equipment, etc.
- IVD: Blood glucose monitors, pregnancy tests, immunoassays, genetic tests, histopathology equipment, point-of-care testing devices, etc.
- Low-value consumables are expected to remain dominant, whereas IVD will likely experience the fastest growth during the forecast period.
By Material Type
“Polymer is expected to remain the dominant and faster-growing material of the market during the forecast period.”
- The market is segmented into polymer [PVC, HDPE, LDPE, PP, silicone, and others] and metal.
- Polymer is expected to remain the dominant and fastest-growing material during the forecast period owing to its advantages such as biocompatibility, stabilizability, versatility, ease of molding and processing, and lightweight and comfortable design.
- Polymer is further segmented into PVC, HDPE, LDPE, PP, silicone, and others; among which PVC is likely to remain the dominant and faster-growing polymer type in the market during the forecast period.
- Key advantages of PVC driving its demand are high durability, excellent resistance to chemicals, fire resistance, recyclability, and ease in the process. It is a hygienic material that meets regulatory requirements for healthcare applications.
- Metal holds a very niche share of the market.
By Process Type
“Injection molding is expected to hold the dominant position and will be the fastest-growing process during the forecast period.”
- The medical molding market is segmented into injection molding, extrusion, and others.
- Injection molding is expected to remain the dominant as well as the fastest-growing process during the forecast period due to its high precision and consistency. The process allows the production of complex geometries; efficient manufacturing process; supports a wide range of materials and is highly scalable and adaptable in medical device manufacturing.
Regional Analysis
“North America is expected to remain the largest market for medical molding during the forecast period.”
- In terms of region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World.
- North America is expected to remain the largest market for medical molding during the forecast period. Its dominance is bolstered by several key factors, including its advanced healthcare infrastructure, the presence of leading medical device manufacturers, technological innovations, and a strong regulatory environment.
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the coming years. Its growth is driven by growing healthcare expenditure, expanding healthcare infrastructure, a rapidly aging population, and advancements in medical technology.
Recent Market News
The market is highly fragmented with several local and regional players grabbing bits and pieces of the market share. Some of the key strategic alliances performed over the past few years:
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In April 2023, Medtronic and DaVita launched a joint venture, Mozarc Medical, focusing on kidney care technology. Both companies contributed approx. US$ 200 million in cash for the joint venture.
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In May 2022, Warburg Pincus and Advent Internation, both leading investor firms acquired Baxter International Inc.'s Biopharma Solutions (BPS) business. The business now operates as a standalone as Simtra BioPharma Solutions.
Key Players
The market is highly fragmented with the presence of over 100 players across the region. Key players are following a hybrid approach for manufacturing medical components and parts which includes in-house production and contract manufacturing. Through contract manufacturing players optimize their efficiency, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. The following are the key players in the medical molding market:
Here is the list of the top players in the medical molding market (Based on Dominance)
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Key competitive points about the leading players are:
- BD (Becton, Dickinson & Company) is one of the leaders in providing diagnostics solutions to the world. It has invested US$ 60 million to upgrade its Columbus-East facility into a plastic molding manufacturing center of excellence in 2021.
- Siemens Healthineers is one of the major players that has expertise in providing solutions and services in the areas of diagnostics, therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine.
- Philips Medisize is one of the largest providers of solutions to companies in the field of pharmaceuticals, medtech, and in vitro diagnostics.
Research Methodology
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Report Features
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- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
This report studies the market, covering 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.
The medical molding market is segmented into the following categories:
By Application Type
- Medical Devices [High-Value Consumables, Low-Value Consumables, Medical Equipment, and IVD]
- Pharmaceutical Packaging & Processing
By Material Type
- Polymer [PVC, HDPE, LDPE, PP, Silicone, and Others]
- Metal
By Process Type
- Injection Molding
- Extrusion
- Others
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, India, Australia, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Others)
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