Latex Medical Disposables Market Report 2025

The latex medical disposables market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.4 billion in 2024 to $8.05 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for disposable surgical instruments, greater emphasis on patient safety standards, increased awareness of single-use medical products, growing preference for minimally invasive surgeries, and higher demand from home healthcare settings.

The latex medical disposables market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.1 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the rising number of daycare surgical procedures, increased focus on maintaining sterile environments, growing demand for cost-effective medical solutions, a rise in medical waste driving higher disposable usage, and greater awareness of safe diagnostic practices. Key trends in this period include the development of biodegradable latex products, integration of supply chain technologies, incorporation with digital health platforms, innovations in powder-free latex gloves, and advancements in latex-free alternatives for sensitive patients.

The rising number of surgical procedures is expected to drive the growth of the latex medical disposables market. Surgical procedures are medical operations performed by trained professionals to diagnose, treat, or manage diseases, injuries, or physical conditions, are increasing due to the growing prevalence of chronic diseases that often require surgical intervention. Latex medical disposables, such as gloves, gowns, and drapes, provide essential barrier protection, enhance hygiene, and reduce infection risks during surgeries. For example, according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in September 2023, plastic surgeons worldwide performed over 14.9 million surgical and 18.8 million non-surgical procedures in 2022, representing an 11.2% overall increase. This rising demand for surgical procedures is therefore driving growth in the latex medical disposables market.

Leading companies in the market are focusing on innovative solutions like synthetic latex gloves, which reduce allergy risks and enhance patient safety. Synthetic latex gloves are made from alternative materials such as nitrile or neoprene, providing the tactile sensitivity and barrier protection of natural latex while minimizing allergic reactions. For instance, in April 2025, INTCO Medical Technology Co. Ltd., a China-based high-tech manufacturer, launched Syntex synthetic disposable latex gloves. These gloves feature a patented synthetic formula offering over 650% stretch, strong puncture and chemical resistance, a natural-latex-like feel, and are free from natural latex proteins to significantly reduce allergy risks. They also meet international medical standards (EN455, FDA, ASTM D6319) and support durability, comfort, and environmental sustainability by avoiding reliance on natural rubber plantations.

In July 2022, Winner Medical Co. Ltd., a China-based nonwoven fabrics company, acquired Guilin Zizhu Latex Products Co. Ltd. for $67.15 million to expand its presence in the medical latex market. Guilin Zizhu manufactures latex medical disposables, including sterile surgical gloves and examination gloves. This acquisition strengthens Winner Medical’s position as a comprehensive provider of general-purpose medical consumables.

Major players in the latex medical disposables market are Cardinal Health Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Medline Industries LP, Sri Trang Agro-Industry PCL, Paul Hartmann AG, B Braun Medical Inc., Molnlycke Health Care AB, Ansell Healthcare Products LLC, Top Glove Corporation Berhad, INTCO Medical Technology Co. Ltd., Halyard Health Inc., YTY Industry Sendirian Berhad, Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn Bhd, Dynarex Corporation, RFB Latex Limited, Amkay Products Pvt Ltd, Kanam Latex Industries Pvt Ltd, Sara Healthcare Pvt. Ltd, Secured Medical Direction Limited, and Reflexx S.p.A.

North America was the largest region in the latex medical disposables market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in latex medical disposables market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the latex medical disposables market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The fast surge in U.S. tariffs and the trade tensions that followed in spring 2025 are heavily affecting the medical equipment sector, particularly for imported imaging machine components, surgical-grade stainless steel, and plastic disposables. Hospitals and clinics resist price hikes, pressuring manufacturers’ margins. Regulatory hurdles compound the problem, as tariff-related supplier changes often require re-certification of devices, delaying time-to-market. Companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing critical parts, expanding domestic production of commoditized items, and accelerating R&D in cost-efficient materials.

Latex medical disposables are single-use medical products made from natural rubber latex, designed for a range of clinical and surgical applications to ensure hygiene and patient safety. These items are intended for one-time use to prevent cross-contamination and maintain sterile conditions during medical procedures.

The primary types of latex medical disposables include latex Foley catheters, latex gloves, latex probe covers, urine bags, and others. Latex Foley catheters are flexible, indwelling urinary catheters made from natural rubber latex, designed for continuous bladder drainage over an extended period. These products are manufactured from various materials, including plastic, rubber, metal, textiles, and biodegradable substances. They are used across multiple medical applications such as cardiovascular procedures, orthopedic surgeries, urology, gynecological procedures, and general surgeries. Distribution channels include direct sales, distributors or wholesalers, online retail, medical supply stores, and pharmacies, serving end users such as hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare settings.

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The latex medical disposables market consists of sales of latex tourniquets, latex bulb syringes, latex surgical tubing, latex dental dams, and latex catheter balloons. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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