The medical glove industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is projected to be valued at USD 170.3 million in 2024, with a steady growth trajectory driven by heightened emphasis on hygiene and infection control within the healthcare sector. As healthcare providers continue to prioritize patient safety and hygiene standards, the demand for medical gloves is expected to rise accordingly.
The industry is forecast to grow at a moderate compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.3% through 2034, with the GCC medical gloves market reaching an estimated value of USD 213.7 million by the end of the forecast period. This growth is supported by the ongoing adoption of personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control protocols in healthcare facilities across the region.
Key Insights on the Medical Glove Sector of GCC
- The key trends include the production of biodegradable nitrile gloves to address the growing problem of medical waste disposal. The inustry is subject to be influenced by product regulations and raw material supply, as per industry and macroeconomic dynamics.
- Medical glove manufacturers in the Gulf region are focusing more on mergers and acquisitions to expand their production capacity to meet the growing demand. For instance, Top Glove, a leading Malaysian glove manufacturer acquired Aspion in January 2018. The acquisition has increased its production capacity of 4.77 billion pieces of gloves in one year and 75 new lines.
Competitive Landscape for GCC Medical Glove Industry
The overall industry is currently moderately competitive as there are a few manufacturers operating at scale in different Gulf countries.
Companies operating in the medical gloves industry are aiming to strengthen their position through partnerships, collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and agreements with established players, and other healthcare institutions. In addition to this, governments in GCC countries are increasing their investments in the expansion of the healthcare sector, which in turn is encouraging the emergence of new regional players.
Recent Developments in the GCC Medical Glove Industry
In January 2021, Medline Industries announced a strategic partnership with the University of California, Davis / UC Davis. Students returning to the campus were provided custom PPE kits to be worn to avoid the spread of the COVID-19 virus. This way awareness and education among the peers were spread to reduce the strain on healthcare professionals.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation introduced the Kimtech Opal Nitrile Gloves in February 2022, with the purpose of guarding against microbiological and chemical splash dangers. These innovative gloves don’t include latex or vulcanizing chemicals, which reduces the possibility of skin responses related to Type I and Type IV allergies
Key Players Profiled in the GCC Medical Glove Industry Report
- Paul Hartmann AG
- Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC
- Falcon (Falcon Pack)
- Deeko Bahrain
- Salalah Medical Supplies Mfg. Co. LLC
- United Medical Industries
- NAFA Enterprises Ltd.
- Liberty Industries, Inc.
- Ansell Healthcare
- Mckesson Corporation
- Cardinal Health, Inc.
- Medline Industries, Inc.
- Dynarex Corporation
- Top Glove Corporation Berhad
- Kimberly-Clark Corporation
- Semperit AG Holding
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Key Segments Covered by GCC Medical Glove Industry Survey Report
By Raw Material:
- Latex
- Nitrile Rubber
- Vinyl Rubber
- Polyisoprene
- Other Materials
By Product Type:
- Examination
- Surgical
- Chemotherapy
By Form:
- Powdered form Gloves
- Powder-free form Gloves
By Type of Use:
- Disposable Gloves
- Re-usable Gloves
By End User:
- Hospital Use
- Clinic Use
- Ambulatory Surgery Centre Use
- Diagnostic Imaging Centre Use
- Rehabilitation Centre Use
By Distribution Channel:
- Direct Selling Channel
- Medical Store Channel
- E-Commerce Channel
- Other (Retail Store or Hypermarket) Channel
By Countries:
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Qatar
- Bahrain
- Oman
- Kuwait
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Sabyasachi Ghosh (Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights, Inc.) holds over 12 years of experience in the Healthcare, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceutical industries. His curious and analytical nature helped him shape his career as a researcher.
Identifying key challenges faced by clients and devising robust, hypothesis-based solutions to empower them with strategic decision-making capabilities come naturally to him. His primary expertise lies in areas such as Market Entry and Expansion Strategy, Feasibility Studies, Competitive Intelligence, and Strategic Transformation.
Holding a degree in Microbiology, Sabyasachi has authored numerous publications and has been cited in journals, including The Journal of mHealth, ITN Online, and Spinal Surgery News.
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