Class S Autoclaves Market Report 2025

The class s autoclaves market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.04 billion in 2024 to $1.16 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The growth during the historic period was driven by the increasing number of surgical procedures, rising prevalence of dental disorders, expansion of healthcare infrastructure, growing awareness of dental hygiene, and higher healthcare expenditure.

The class s autoclaves market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.72 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth during the forecast period is fueled by rising demand for automatic bench-top dental autoclaves, increased emphasis on infection control, growing demand for specialized dental procedures, higher investments in dental healthcare, and the expanding elderly population worldwide. The primary trends in the forecast period include advancements in autoclave sterilization processes, integration of Internet of Things and smart features, development of technology-driven eco-friendly solutions, emergence of modular and customizable systems, and improvements in sterilization equipment efficiency.

The rising number of surgical procedures is expected to drive the growth of the Class S autoclaves market. Surgical procedures, which are medical interventions performed by qualified surgeons to diagnose, treat, or prevent various health conditions, are increasing, largely due to the aging global population. As people age, they typically experience more health complications and chronic conditions, leading to a higher demand for surgical treatments. This growing volume of surgical procedures is driving the need for Class S autoclaves, which are crucial for ensuring the proper sterilization of surgical instruments and maintaining sterile environments in operating rooms. For example, in June 2024, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) reported that liposuction remained the most commonly performed surgical procedure in both 2022 and 2023. Additionally, the number of surgical procedures performed by plastic surgeons increased by 5.5% in 2023, surpassing 15.8 million. This growing demand for surgical interventions is fueling the expansion of the Class S autoclaves market.

Leading companies in the Class S autoclave market are focusing on enhancing user experience and improving workflow management by incorporating innovations such as intuitive touchscreen interfaces. These user-friendly digital interfaces simplify the operation of autoclaves, reduce errors, accelerate the sterilization process, and allow users to easily select cycles, monitor progress, and adjust settings for efficient sterilization. For example, in July 2024, Flight Dental Systems Inc., a Canada-based manufacturer, introduced the Clave45+ Steam Sterilizer. This Class S autoclave is designed for high-volume dental facilities and labs and features a 45 L stainless-steel chamber for large instrument loads. It also offers an LCD touchscreen interface, enabling intuitive cycle selection and programmable settings. With precise control over temperature and pressure, the Clave45+ ensures consistent sterilization and improves workflow by minimizing downtime, allowing dental practices to maintain productivity while ensuring the safety of instruments and compliance with infection control standards.

In 2025, Scientific Digital Imaging plc (SDI Group), a UK-based company offering digital imaging products for medical and scientific applications, acquired LTE Scientific Ltd., a company known for its expertise in sterilization and decontamination solutions. This acquisition aims to strengthen SDI Group's portfolio in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, specifically by integrating LTE Scientific Ltd.'s renowned Touchclave range of Class S autoclaves and sterilizers. LTE Scientific Ltd., based in the UK, specializes in the design and manufacture of autoclaves and other sterilization and laboratory equipment.

Major players in the class s autoclaves market are STERIS plc, Getinge AB, Shinva Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., BIOBASE Biodustry (Shandong) Co. Ltd., Belimed AG, Midmark Corporation, Coltene Holding AG, Yamato Scientific Co. Ltd., Dentsply Sirona Inc., Matachana S.A., SciCan Ltd., MELAG Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Bionics Scientific Technologies (P) Ltd., Tuttnauer USA Co. Ltd., Astell Scientific Ltd., Euronda S.p.A., Consolidated Sterilizer Systems (CSS), ZIRBUS technology GmbH, Crown Steam Group, Beta Star Life Science Equipment Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the class s autoclaves market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in class s autoclaves report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the class s autoclaves 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.

Class S autoclaves are specialized sterilization devices designed for medical or laboratory instruments that require precise sterilization parameters. They utilize controlled temperature, pressure, and steam exposure to ensure thorough microbial elimination and are engineered to meet defined standards for safety and efficacy.

The primary product types of Class S autoclaves are top-loading autoclaves, front-loading autoclaves, and tabletop autoclaves. Top-loading autoclaves are vertically oriented sterilization devices that allow easy loading and provide efficient, reliable sterilization of laboratory instruments and equipment. These autoclaves employ various sterilization technologies, including steam sterilization, dry heat sterilization, and ethylene oxide sterilization. They are available through direct purchase, online purchase, or distribution channels. Applications include medical and pharmaceutical industries, chemical industries, and other uses. End users include hospitals, dental clinics, veterinary clinics, and others.

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The class s autoclaves market consists of sales of dental autoclaves, medical and laboratory autoclaves, compact tabletop autoclaves, pouches, wraps, and test strips, instrument trays, and software-enabled or smart autoclaves. 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.

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