The medical grade coatings market is expected to reach US$ 7.61 billion by 2023 and reach US$ 19.8 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10%. Medical grade coatings have a wide range of applications in the medical industry, making them a rapidly growing market. Coatings like this are used to enhance the performance and durability of medical devices like implants and catheters.

With technological advancements, these types of coatings are becoming more popular. Medical devices must meet rigid safety requirements, which are the most important aspect of their design. Medical devices pose quality challenges that aren’t met by other types of products because they combine efficiency, cost, and functionality with sanitary and biocompatibility considerations.

Various medical coatings can be used on a wide variety of devices for a wide range of applications, ranging from lubricants to antimicrobial liquids to water-repellent polymers. All phases of procedures, including check-ups, surgeries, and clinical tests, use medical equipment. With global regulations increasing, companies will require solutions that are cost-effective while meeting their needs, which can only be provided by reliable suppliers who specialize in this field.

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Graphene-based nanocomposites have also been developed recently that can be combined with traditional polymers to create coatings tailored to specific needs in numerous industries, including medicine. In addition to regulatory changes, safety protocols have also been tightened when dealing with biocompatible materials manufactured inside the human body. Recent rapid growth in healthcare infrastructure in emerging markets, such as India and China, is contributing to the growth of the healthcare industry. A large population in these countries also opens up a huge pool of potential customers for manufacturers who are trying to provide medical-grade coatings in these countries.

Key Takeaways

  • By 2022, the medical grade coatings market surpassed US$ 6.68 billion.
  • The United States is expected to emerge as the dominant market in North America, accounting for nearly 90% of total sales.
  • With the increasing focus on healthcare research, the United States will continue to drive growth in the region
  • The United Kingdom experienced a growth rate of 5.4% y-o-y in 2022, driven primarily by an increase in healthcare expenditure
  • European sales are expected to remain strong in Germany and France
  • Keeping up with emerging trends within the industry, key market participants typically invest about 4 to 6% of their revenues in research and development.

“Increasing demand from the medical sector is expected to boost sales of medical grade coatings. Market players will explore options in emerging economies as growth stagnates in predominantly developed countries. A growing healthcare sector and unmet medical needs will provide a favorable environment for manufacturers of medical grade coatings in developing nations”, comments an FMI analyst.

Competitive Landscape

A number of prominent industry players make significant investments in the production of medical grade coatings.

The top 12 Prominent players are

  1. Medtronic PLC
  2. DuPont
  3. Koninklijke DSM NV
  4. SurModics, Inc.
  5. Specialty Coating Systems Inc.
  6. Precision Coating Co. Inc.
  7. Biocoat Inc., Covalon Technologies Ltd.
  8. Harland Medical Systems Inc.
  9. Hydromer Inc.
  10. Medicoat, Inc.
  11. AST Products Inc.
  12. Aculon Inc.