India Radiation Protection Apparel and Accessories Market - 2024 - 2031

Report Overview

The India Radiation Protection Apparel and Accessories Market reached US$ 43.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 62.2 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Radiation protection apparel is personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects workers from radiation exposure. Radiation safety is a concern for patients, physicians, and staff in many departments, including radiology, interventional cardiology, and surgery. Radiation emitted during fluoroscopic procedures is responsible for the greatest radiation dose for medical staff. Radiation from diagnostic imaging modalities, such as computed tomography, mammography, and nuclear imaging, are minor contributors to the cumulative dose exposures of healthcare personnel.

Radiation protection aims to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure to minimize the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. In the medical field, ionizing radiation has become an inescapable tool used for the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of medical conditions. As its use has evolved, so have the cumulative doses of lifetime radiation that both patients and medical providers receive. Most radiation exposure in medical settings arises from fluoroscopic imaging, which uses X-rays to obtain dynamic and cinematic functional imaging.

Market Dynamics: Drivers

Increasing number of imaging tests

The rising number of imaging tests propels the market growth. For instance, as of 2023, large private hospitals processed 120 radiology scans per day in India, aided by the latest and most advanced diagnostics devices. By contrast, standalone labs processed 30 radiology scans per day that year. As of 2023, India has over 52,000 diagnostic labs in tier-one cities and over 41,000 in tier-three cities. The majority of pathology labs in India are run by standalone centers, with about 26,000 labs run by small and medium private hospitals.

Due to the increasing number of diagnostic imaging centers, the number of imaging tests is also increasing day by day which leads to an increase in the usage of radiation apparel and accessories by the staff which leads to the growth of the radiation apparel and accessories market in India.

Restraints

Factors such as the high cost of lead in manufacturing radiation protection accessories are expected to hamper the market. Lead is one of the important raw materials for manufacturing lead apparel. The increasing costs of lead could affect the market growth. It leads to the development of new raw materials to manufacture radiation protection apparel. Thus, it affects the market growth during the forecast period.

Market Segment Analysis

The India radiation protection apparel and accessories market is segmented based on type, material, and end-user.

The segment lead-free accounted for approximately 40.6% of the India radiation protection apparel and accessories market share

The lead-free segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. In this segment, technological advancements would drive this market.

Lead-free shielding offers equal protection from scatter radiation. Lead-free shielding has several benefits, including being both recyclable and non-toxic. Lead-free shielding materials can also be lighter which makes them easier for personnel to wear during longer procedures. Lead-free polymer composites can be used for radiation shielding because of their mechanical, thermal, electrical, and multifunctional properties. Lead-free shielding can be used to make protective garments for medical professionals, such as radiologists.

For instance, in December 2023, Dr. S. Senthilkumar, an Assistant Professor of Radiology Physics at Madurai Medical College and Government Rajaji Hospital, was granted a patent for his lightweight, lead-free, radiation-protective aprons. The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) in Mumbai certified the aprons.

Market Segmentation

By Type

Aprons

Gloves

Head Shields

Shields

Eyewear

Others

By Material

Lead-Free

Lead-Based

Light Weight Lead Composite

By End-User

Hospitals and Clinics

Research Centers

Industries

Others

Market Competitive Landscape

The major in the India radiation protection apparel and accessories market includes Kiran X-ray, IndoSurgicals Private Limited, Dhaal India, S.S Micro Electronics, Rege Imaging Private Limited., Star Nuke Consulting Engineering Services Private Limited, Pal Surgical and Medical, Ultrarays Solutions, Grad Medical Equipments Private Limited, Humaira Enterprises among others.

Key Developments

In July 2023, Trivitron Healthcare unveiled its advanced Radiation Protection Gloves Manufacturing Facility at the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam. This state-of-the-art facility, equipped with cutting-edge technology and advanced automation, reaffirms Trivitron to deliver top-notch products in radiation protection.

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To visualize the India radiation protection apparel and accessories market segmentation based on type, material, and end-user as well as understand key commercial assets and players.

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PDF report consists of a comprehensive analysis after exhaustive qualitative interviews and an in-depth study.

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The India radiation protection apparel and accessories market report would provide approximately 51 tables, 54 figures, and 181 Pages.

Target Audience 2024

Manufacturers/ Buyers

Industry Investors/Investment Bankers

Research Professionals

Emerging Companies