Australia Medical Adhesive Market Outlook
Medical adhesive is a category of specially formulated products used in the medical sector to bond tissues, dressings, or medical appliances to the skin or other biological surfaces firmly. These adhesives are particularly formulated to be biocompatible, non-toxic, and harmless to various medical applications without causing irritation or damage to the skin. Tapes, films, sprays, and liquid adhesives are typical forms with particular applications based on the medical need.The primary uses of medical adhesives in Australia include wound care, surgery, repairing medical devices like catheters and IV lines, and wearables like glucose monitors and cardiac patches. They are also used widely in orthopedic, dental, and cosmetic surgeries. Medical adhesives of high performance are known to exhibit good adhesion while also ensuring air permeability, minimizing infection risk, and promoting faster healing.
In Australia, there is growing demand for medical adhesives due to the growing requirement for minimally invasive treatments, increased rates of surgical procedures, and technology advancements in the health sector. Australia is experiencing an aging population and a greater incidence of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, that have led to greater use of medical devices that require secure adhesives. Furthermore, emphasis on patient comfort, hygiene, and safety has driven hospitals and clinics to adopt high-standard adhesive products. The Australian healthcare sector's emphasis on innovation coupled with conformance to high medical standards further reinforces the growing need for such products, hence placing medical adhesives as an essential factor in the country's modern medical practice.
Growth Drivers in the Australia Medical Adhesive Market
Growing Demand for Advanced Wound Care Solutions
Increasing prevalence of chronic wounds, surgical wounds, and injuries in Australia is fueling demand for advanced wound care solutions, including medical adhesives. As the healthcare sector shifts towards minimally invasive procedures and reduced patient recovery times, medical adhesives are a potential substitute for traditional sutures and staples. These devices reduce healing time, reduce the risk of infection, and enhance patient comfort, leading to widespread use in hospitals, clinics, and home use. Up to May 2025, The Australian Government's Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS) subsidizes wound care consumables for older Australians (65 years and over) and First Nations Australians (50 years and over) with diabetes and chronic wounds. It subsidizes completely necessary items like dressings, bandages, and adhesives.Expansion in Wearable Medical Devices
Growing demand for reliable, skin-compatible medical adhesives has been boosted by the popularity of wearable medical devices, such as glucose monitoring, ECG patches, and drug delivery systems. Growing emphasis on remote patient monitoring and preventive medicine in Australia is driving enhanced demand for adhesives with secure adhesion and long wear. These trends are complemented by improved adhesive technology that delivers added durability, comfort, and skin compatibility. November 2023, researchers led by RMIT University in Australia created a waterproof, waterproof, gel-free, compact and lightweight electrocardiogram (ECG) sensor. Compared to traditional heart monitors, the use of wearable technology supports comfort and reduced skin irritation alongside unceasing monitoring of body vitals.Growth of the Healthcare Infrastructure
Australia's continued spending on healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, and aged care centers is propelling the market for medical adhesives. As Australia continues to age and accumulate chronic diseases, demand for efficient medical products like surgical procedure adhesives, wound treatments, and device securing is growing. Government initiatives towards enhanced healthcare quality and access further contribute to the increasing medical adhesives demand of the nation. The Coalition Government's vision is to create a more resilient health system as part of our vision for a better future. We're investing a record $132 billion in 2022-23, growing to as much as $140 billion by 2025-26. It is a four-year cumulative investment of $537 billion.Obstacles confronting the Australia Medical Adhesive Market
Skin Sensitivity and Allergic Reactions
Among the most important issues of the Australian medical adhesive market is skin sensitivity and allergy. The majority of patients, particularly the elderly and those with chronic diseases, have sensitive skin that is insensitive to prolonged use of adhesives. Irritation, dermatitis, and sensitization may inhibit the use of certain products. It requires businesses to invest resources in the development of hypoallergenic, permeable, and dermal-friendly adhesives so that confidence is maintained and increased utilization occurs among sensitive patient groups.Regulatory Compliance and Product Approval
Stringent regulatory requirements and approval processes represent another challenge to the Australian medical adhesive market. Products must pass rigorous standards of safety, quality, and effectiveness through organizations like the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). The processes slow market entry, increase development costs, and limit access to products. Small players, particularly, may be disadvantaged by having to handle such complex regulations, which impact innovation and competition in the market.Market Segmentation
Resin Type
- Arcylic
- Silicone
- Polyurethane
- Epoxy
- Others
Application
- Dental
- Medical Device & Equipment
- External
- Internal
- Others
Technology
- Water-Based
- Solvent-Based
- Hot-Melt
- Reactive
- Others
Top States
- New South Wales
- Victoria
- Queensland
- Western Australia
- South Australia
- Australian Capital Territory
- Tasmania
- Northern Territory
Key Players Analysis (Overviews, Key Persons, Recent Developments, SWOT Analysis, Revenue Analysis)
- H.B. Fuller Company
- Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
- Avery Dennison Corporation
- Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
- The Dow Chemical Company
- 3M Co
- PPG Industries
- Dupoint De Nemours, Inc.
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Companies Mentioned
The major companies profiled in this Australia Medical Adhesive market report include:- H.B. Fuller Company
- Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
- Avery Dennison Corporation
- Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
- The Dow Chemical Company
- 3M Co
- PPG Industries
- Dupoint De Nemours, Inc.
Methodology
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | July 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2033 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 201.91 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 370.58 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.9% |
| Regions Covered | Australia |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 9 |
