PUBLISHER: Acute Market Reports | PRODUCT CODE: 1486517
PUBLISHER: Acute Market Reports | PRODUCT CODE: 1486517
The medical device cleaning market is poised to grow at a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2032, driven by the increasing demand for cleaning non-critical devices, the growing importance of sterilization techniques, and technological advancements in EPA classifications. However, challenges in sterilizing critical devices present a notable restraint. The market's segmentation by device type, cleaning technique, and EPA classification reveals distinct leaders in revenue and CAGR, reflecting the varied dynamics within the industry. Geographically, North America and Asia-Pacific emerge as key growth drivers. The competitive landscape showcases key players employing varied strategies to secure their market positions. As the market progresses from 2024 to 2032, these trends are expected to shape the trajectory of the medical device cleaning market, offering opportunities and challenges for industry stakeholders.
Key Market Drivers
Increasing Demand for Cleaning Non-Critical Devices
The rising demand for cleaning non-critical medical devices emerged as a pivotal driver in 2023. Healthcare facilities, including ambulatory care centers and outpatient clinics, prioritized the cleaning of non-critical devices to maintain infection control standards. This trend was evident in increased sales of cleaning solutions specifically designed for non-critical devices, as showcased by companies like Ecolab. The evidence supporting this driver includes a surge in the adoption of cleaning products for non-critical devices, indicating the growing emphasis on maintaining a hygienic healthcare environment.
Growing Importance of Sterilization Techniques
The growing importance of sterilization techniques in the medical device cleaning process played a significant role in market expansion. In 2023, companies like STERIS Corporation capitalized on the demand for advanced sterilization solutions, targeting critical medical devices. Sterilization techniques, including ethylene oxide sterilization, gained prominence due to their efficacy in eliminating microbial contamination. Evidence supporting this driver includes increased investments in sterilization technologies and a surge in the adoption of sterilization services by healthcare facilities, driven by a focus on patient safety.
Technological Advancements in EPA Classifications
Technological advancements in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) classifications of cleaning solutions contributed to market growth. In 2023, companies such as 3M introduced innovative high-level disinfectants, that meet stringent EPA classifications. The evolution of high-level disinfectants with enhanced efficacy against a broad spectrum of pathogens influenced healthcare facilities' preferences. Evidence supporting this driver includes a noticeable shift towards high-level EPA-classified cleaning solutions, as healthcare providers sought advanced options to ensure comprehensive device disinfection.
Restraint
Challenges in Sterilizing Critical Devices
Despite positive trends, the medical device cleaning market faced a notable restraint in 2023. Challenges associated with the sterilization of critical medical devices, especially complex instruments and equipment, presented hurdles for healthcare facilities. Companies like Cantel Medical encountered difficulties in developing universally effective sterilization methods for critical devices, leading to concerns regarding the risk of infections. The evidence supporting this restraint includes reports of incidents where conventional sterilization methods proved less effective for intricate critical devices, raising questions about the overall safety of sterilization practices.
Market Segmentation: Device Type
The medical device cleaning market is segmented by device type into non-critical, semi-critical, and critical categories. In 2023, the critical device cleaning segment emerged as the highest revenue-generating market, driven by the heightened importance of ensuring the sterility of critical instruments. Simultaneously, the non-critical device cleaning segment exhibited the highest Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) during the forecast period of 2024 to 2032. The emphasis on routine cleaning and disinfection of non-critical devices contributed to the remarkable growth of this segment.
Market Segmentation: Cleaning Technique
Further segmentation by cleaning technique categorizes the market into cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. In 2023, the sterilization segment recorded the highest revenue, attributed to the growing adoption of advanced sterilization techniques for critical devices. Conversely, the disinfection segment demonstrated the highest CAGR during the forecast period, reflecting a broader trend towards comprehensive surface disinfection in various healthcare settings.
Market Segmentation: EPA Classification
The market segmentation by EPA classification categorizes cleaning solutions into high level, intermediate level, and low level. In 2023, the high-level EPA-classified cleaning solutions segment recorded the highest revenue, driven by the increasing demand for robust disinfection solutions. Conversely, the low-level segment demonstrated the highest CAGR during the forecast period, indicating a preference for milder cleaning solutions for non-critical devices and surfaces.
North America Remains the Global Leader
Geographically, the medical device cleaning market exhibited diverse trends in 2023. North America led in both revenue percentage and CAGR, fueled by advanced healthcare infrastructure and stringent infection control standards. Asia-Pacific, on the other hand, emerged as the region with the highest CAGR, driven by increasing healthcare investments and rising awareness. Europe secured the highest revenue percentage, supported by established healthcare systems and a robust demand for advanced cleaning technologies.
Market Competition to Intensify during the Forecast Period
In 2023, the medical device cleaning market featured a competitive landscape with top players employing various strategies to maintain and enhance their market positions. Leading companies such as Ecolab, Steris plc., 3M, GetingeAB, Advanced Sterilization Products, The Ruhof Corp., Sklar Surgical Instruments, Sterigenics International LLC, Biotrol, Metrex Research, LLC, Oro Clean Chemie AG, and Cantel Medical Corp. demonstrated robust financial performances, reporting substantial revenues. Strategies employed included product innovation, strategic partnerships, and geographical expansions. Notably, Ecolab focused on expanding its portfolio of non-critical device cleaning solutions, STERIS Corporation leveraged strategic collaborations, and 3M capitalized on technological advancements in EPA classified cleaning solutions.
Historical & Forecast Period
This study report represents an analysis of each segment from 2022 to 2032 considering 2023 as the base year. Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments estimated for the forecast period of 2024 to 2032.
The current report comprises quantitative market estimations for each micro market for every geographical region and qualitative market analysis such as micro and macro environment analysis, market trends, competitive intelligence, segment analysis, porters five force model, top winning strategies, top investment markets, emerging trends & technological analysis, case studies, strategic conclusions and recommendations and other key market insights.
Research Methodology
The complete research study was conducted in three phases, namely: secondary research, primary research, and expert panel review. The key data points that enable the estimation of Medical Device Cleaning market are as follows:
Research and development budgets of manufacturers and government spending
Revenues of key companies in the market segment
Number of end users & consumption volume, price, and value.
Geographical revenues generated by countries considered in the report
Micro and macro environment factors that are currently influencing the Medical Device Cleaning market and their expected impact during the forecast period.
Market forecast was performed through proprietary software that analyzes various qualitative and quantitative factors. Growth rate and CAGR were estimated through intensive secondary and primary research. Data triangulation across various data points provides accuracy across various analyzed market segments in the report. Application of both top-down and bottom-up approach for validation of market estimation assures logical, methodical, and mathematical consistency of the quantitative data.
Market Segmentation
Device
Technique
Alcohol
Chlorine & Chorine Compounds
Aldehydes
Phenolics
EPA Classification
Region Segment (2022-2032; US$ Million)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Rest of North America
UK and European Union
UK
Germany
Spain
Italy
France
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East and Africa
GCC
Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa
Key questions answered in this report
What are the key micro and macro environmental factors that are impacting the growth of Medical Device Cleaning market?
What are the key investment pockets concerning product segments and geographies currently and during the forecast period?
Estimated forecast and market projections up to 2032.
Which segment accounts for the fastest CAGR during the forecast period?
Which market segment holds a larger market share and why?
Are low and middle-income economies investing in the Medical Device Cleaning market?
Which is the largest regional market for Medical Device Cleaning market?
What are the market trends and dynamics in emerging markets such as Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa?
Which are the key trends driving Medical Device Cleaning market growth?
Who are the key competitors and what are their key strategies to enhance their market presence in the Medical Device Cleaning market worldwide?
TABLE 4 Global Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 5 Global Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 6 Global Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 7 Global Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 11 North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 12 North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 13 North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 14 North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 18 U.S. Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 19 U.S. Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 20 U.S. Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 21 U.S. Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 25 Canada Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 26 Canada Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 27 Canada Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 28 Canada Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 32 Rest of North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 33 Rest of North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 34 Rest of North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 35 Rest of North America Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 39 UK and European Union Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 40 UK and European Union Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 41 UK and European Union Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 42 UK and European Union Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 46 UK Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 47 UK Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 48 UK Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 49 UK Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 53 Germany Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 54 Germany Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 55 Germany Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 56 Germany Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 60 Spain Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 61 Spain Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 62 Spain Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 63 Spain Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 67 Italy Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 68 Italy Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 69 Italy Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 70 Italy Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 74 France Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 75 France Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 76 France Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 77 France Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 81 Rest of Europe Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 82 Rest of Europe Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 83 Rest of Europe Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 84 Rest of Europe Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 88 Asia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 89 Asia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 90 Asia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 91 Asia Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 95 China Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 96 China Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 97 China Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 98 China Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 102 Japan Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 103 Japan Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 104 Japan Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 105 Japan Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 109 India Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 110 India Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 111 India Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 112 India Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 116 Australia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 117 Australia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 118 Australia Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 119 Australia Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 123 South Korea Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 124 South Korea Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 125 South Korea Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 126 South Korea Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 130 Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 131 Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 132 Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 133 Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 137 Brazil Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 138 Brazil Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 139 Brazil Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 140 Brazil Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 144 Mexico Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 145 Mexico Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 146 Mexico Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 147 Mexico Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 151 Rest of Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 152 Rest of Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 153 Rest of Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 154 Rest of Latin America Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 158 Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 159 Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 160 Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 161 Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 165 GCC Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 166 GCC Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 167 GCC Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 168 GCC Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 172 Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 173 Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 174 Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 175 Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 179 Rest of Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Disinfection, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 180 Rest of Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Chemical, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 181 Rest of Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By Sterilization, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
TABLE 182 Rest of Middle East and Africa Medical Device Cleaning Market By EPA Classification, 2022-2032, USD (Million)
FIG. 10Market Positioning of Key Medical Device Cleaning Market Players, 2023
FIG. 11Global Medical Device Cleaning Market - Tier Analysis - Percentage of Revenues by Tier Level, 2023 Versus 2032