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The Europe medical device packaging market size is forecast to increase by USD 4.89 billion, at a CAGR of 8.89% between 2023 and 2028. The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the high demand for medical devices, particularly in Europe. This trend is fueled by an aging population and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. Additionally, there is a growing demand for flexible packaging solutions due to their lightweight, cost-effective, and easy-to-handle advantages. However, stringent regulations pertaining to medical device packaging pose challenges to market growth. Compostable and biodegradable packaging options are increasingly being adopted to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact. The market for medical device packaging is influenced by factors such as the growing demand for healthcare wearables, the need for infection control and disinfection, and the increasing use of sustainable packaging materials Compliance with these regulations requires significant investment in research and development, as well as adherence to rigorous quality standards. Despite these challenges, the market is expected to continue expanding, driven by the increasing need for advanced and safe packaging solutions to protect and transport sensitive medical devices.
The market is a significant sector in the healthcare industry, focusing on ensuring patient safety, infection prevention, sterility, and product integrity. The use of sustainable packaging solutions, such as biodegradable plastics and recycled materials, is gaining popularity due to increasing environmental concerns. Packaging materials like aluminum, polyethylene, and paper laminates are commonly used to maintain a sterile environment and prevent biological contamination and physical damage. Products like pouches, dialysis disconnect caps, wound dressings, intravenous catheters, single-use medical gadgets, and biologics require specialized packaging to ensure their efficacy and safety. Compostable and biodegradable packaging options are increasingly being adopted to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact. The market for medical device packaging is influenced by factors such as the growing demand for healthcare wearables, the need for infection control and disinfection, and the increasing use of sustainable packaging materials. Aluminum, in particular, is widely used due to its excellent barrier properties and ability to maintain a sterile environment.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD billion " for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.
The sterile packaging segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Sterile packaging plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry by ensuring patient safety and infection prevention. This type of packaging, which includes non-reusable plastic shells and wrappings, undergoes sterilization processes such as autoclave, gamma, or ethylene oxide (EO) to maintain sterility. The primary function of sterile packaging is to protect medical devices, instruments, and healthcare supplies from biological contamination and physical damage.
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The sterile packaging segment was the largest segment and valued at USD 4.00 billion in 2018. Sterile packaging benefits both patients and manufacturers by prolonging the shelf life of products and maintaining microbial barriers. Adherence to stringent regulations, including FDA guidelines, is essential to ensure product integrity and maintain a sterile environment. Sustainability is also a significant consideration in the market, with the use of eco-friendly materials such as sustainable packaging, biodegradable plastics, and recycled materials gaining popularity. Hence, such factors are fuelling the growth of this segment during the forecast period.
Our researchers analyzed the data with 2023 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.
High demand for medical devices in Europe is notably driving market growth. The European medical device market encompasses a broad spectrum of products, ranging from basic items like tongue depressors to sophisticated devices such as programmable pacemakers.
Moreover, the demand for medical devices, including diagnostic equipment, rehabilitation products, surgical instruments, and hygiene devices, is anticipated to increase significantly in Europe due to the growing elderly population and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases. European countries, such as Germany, Sweden, Greece, and the UK, have some of the highest percentages of individuals above 60 years of age. Thus, such factors are driving the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Growing demand for flexible packaging solutions is the key trend in the market. The European healthcare industry has seen a significant increase in the usage of flexible packaging solutions for disposable medical devices and equipment over the past five years.
Moreover, this shift is primarily driven by the rising number of hospitals and healthcare facilities adopting disposable medical devices to prevent cross-contamination and infection. Flexible packaging materials, such as thin films or pouches, can be easily sterilized through various methods, including gamma irradiation and ethylene oxide, ensuring the medical devices maintain their sterility and integrity. Thus, such trends will shape the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Stringent regulations pertaining to medical device packaging is the major challenge that affects the growth of the market. Medical device packaging in Europe adheres to the European Medical Device Regulations, ensuring patient safety and infection prevention. Preserving the sterility of enclosed devices from manufacturing to end-user is crucial, necessitating packaging materials with high integrity.
Moreover, primary packaging materials, those in direct contact with medical devices, undergo rigorous testing under stringent regulations to maintain sterility amid environmental conditions. Secondary packaging, such as paper or cardboard boxes, safeguards primary packaging from physical damage. Hence, the above factors will impede the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth analysis strategies.
Customer Landscape
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
Amcor Plc: The company offers medical device packaging such as thermoformed trays, standard medical laminates, SureForm forming films and others.
The market research and growth report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about key companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The market is a significant sector that focuses on ensuring patient safety, infection prevention, sterility, and integrity of healthcare products. Packaging materials play a crucial role in maintaining the shelf life, microbial barrier, and protection against environmental conditions. Sterile packaging, including bags and pouches, is essential for various medical devices such as dialysis disconnect caps, wound dressings, intravenous catheters, surgical instruments, and specialized packaging. Biodegradable plastics and recycled materials are increasingly being used to reduce the environmental impact of medical device packaging. Sterile barrier systems with tamper-evident features are essential to prevent biological contamination and physical damage.
In addition, FDA guidelines and stringent regulations ensure the highest standards of product integrity and maintain a sterile environment. Aluminum usage in medical device packaging offers excellent barrier properties, while biologics require specialized packaging to maintain their potency. Sustainability and eco-friendly materials, such as compostable and biodegradable packaging, are gaining popularity in the market. Single-use medical gadgets, including pouches, require careful consideration of packaging materials to ensure product integrity and minimize waste management concerns. The market for medical device packaging is influenced by various factors, including the rise in chronic diseases, the increasing demand for sustainable packaging, and the need to comply with stringent regulations.
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Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
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Page number |
186 |
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Base year |
2023 |
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Historic period |
2018 - 2022 |
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Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
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Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 8.89% |
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Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 4.89 billion |
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Market structure |
Fragmented |
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YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
7.91 |
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Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
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Key companies profiled |
Amcor Plc, Berry Global Inc., Billerud AB, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Eastman Chemical Co., Elos Medtech., Gerresheimer AG, Healthcare Print and Packaging Ltd., KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG, Nelipak Corp., Oliver Healthcare Packaging Co., RENOLIT SE, Rochling SE and Co. KG, rose plastic AG, Sonoco Products Co., Sterimed, VP Group, WestRock Co., and Wihuri International Oy |
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Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, market report , market forecast , Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for forecast period |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Technavio Analysis
3 Market Landscape
4 Market Sizing
5 Historic Market Size
6 Qualitative Analysis
7 Additional Value/Volume Data
8 Five Forces Analysis
9 Market Segmentation by Application
10 Market Segmentation by Product
11 Customer Landscape
12 Geographic Landscape
13 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints
14 Competitive Landscape
15 Competitive Analysis
16 Appendix
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