Surgical Mask Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Product (Basic Surgical Mask, Anti-Fog Surgical Mask, Fluid Resistant Surgical Mask, N95 Mask, Others), And Distribution Channel (Online, Offline (Pharmacy Store, Others)), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2022 To 2027

The surgical mask market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.38% over the forecast period to reach a total market size of US$6,887.900 million by 2027, increasing from US$4,468.660 million in 2020.

Healthcare workers who perform surgery or provide nursing care must wear surgical masks to avoid the spread of pathogens or viruses. The need for surgical masks will be further increased by the rising number of surgeries brought on by the rising number of injury cases and the ageing population.

Favourable government initiatives

Growing government initiatives in support of the healthcare sector around the world are propelling the market's expansion over the projection period. In countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, where medical tourism is growing exponentially, with the increasing investment by both public and private players coupled with favourable government policies, It is projected that the demand for surgical masks would expand significantly. In recent years, for example, healthcare has remained a top priority for the Saudia Arabian government, with the government allocating nearly US$32.2 billion for the healthcare and social development sectors in 2018, a 10% increase over the 2017 figure(Source: Government of Saudia Arabia). The country’s Vision 2030 programme also focuses on healthcare, under which the government is diverting its funds towards the development of new hospitals and robust healthcare infrastructure. Furthermore, the UAE’s cutting-edge healthcare infrastructure and the ease of obtaining a visa for medical treatment in Dubai are attracting people from all over the world who want high-quality healthcare at a lower cost. The value of the medical tourism industry in the United Arab Emirates increased by 5.5 percent in 2018 compared to the previous year, with total sector income reaching Dh12.1 billion, according to figures from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

 The rising popularity of cosmetic surgeries

 The market’s growth is also being contributed to by the rising popularity of cosmetic surgeries in many parts of the world. For instance, according to data from the International Society of Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), the total number of face and head aesthetic procedures stood at 311,571 in 2015. In the same year, the total number of breast procedures for aesthetics reached 74,876 and the number of other cosmetic surgical procedures also witnessed healthy growth. Increasing Healthcare Expenditures per person in emerging nations Data from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development show that by the end of 2018, Mexico's per capita healthcare spending had climbed from 907 USD in 2009 to about 1338 USD. Both public and private players are investing heavily in developing countries to cater to the growing demand for surgical masks on account of growing surgical processes and increasing health awareness.

A growing ageing population

One of the main factors driving the market's growth over the forecast period is anticipated to be the rising elderly population in several regions of the world. For instance, ageing is one of the causes contributing to China's rising surgery rate is the country's booming population. Based only on China's rising senior population, the WHO forecasts a 50% increase in yearly cardiovascular disease occurrences between 2010 and 2030. Rising disposable income is encouraging people to demand better quality healthcare solutions for which they are willing to pay high premiums. The amount of surgical operations in this country is likewise rising along with the need for private health insurance. On July 1, 2017, in order to encourage the middle-class population to buy private health insurance. In addition, according to the April 2018 OECD report, the country’s ageing population will continue to exert pressure on public spending on health, which is the sixth-highest among OECD countries, as well as the dramatic increase in long-term care spending over the past ten years. However, the majority of Japanese people continue to live healthy lifestyles, which limits the occurrence of complex diseases among them.

A sizeable portion of the market is controlled by North America.

The surgical mask market in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. Due to growing health consciousness and strong healthcare standards in nations like the United States and Canada in the area, the North American surgical mask market is predicted to hold a sizable position in 2019 and grow quickly. The largest pharmaceutical businesses in the world are also based in this region, and because of the high expectations of healthcare workers in North America and Europe for their personal hygiene, market growth in these regions is expected to be significant. The Asia-Pacific region is also expected to provide good growth opportunities due to Japan’s growing geriatric population and China’s increasing prevalence of severe conditions such as cancer and strokes among others.

 COVID-19 Impact on the Surgical Mask Market

The COVID-19 pandemic had a favourable effect on the expansion of the global surgical mask; personal protective equipment has increased due to the spread of the disease. To further inhibit the spread of COVID-19, which is anticipated to spur market growth, certain government agencies have established preventive measures, such as mandating gloves, masks, and other personal protective equipment. One of the nations in the world where COVID-19 had the greatest impact in the United States, China and Japan. The country's rapid COVID-19 spread has increased demand for surgical masks, which will help stop further transmission. Additionally, healthcare spending in the nation is the highest in the world. Therefore, the variables mentioned above are expected to favour the demand for surgical masks in the healthcare industry.

KEY DEVELOPMENT

• July 2021- The 3M Particulate Respirator 9513, also known as the new disposable KN95 respirator, was introduced. The item is made to be comfortable and breathable while protecting the wearer by trapping at least 95% of airborne pollutants. With the help of this plan, the corporation should be able to increase the range of products it sells and increase revenue.
• April 2021- By extending its production line, Cardinal Health Inc. boosted the output of gowns, surgical, and procedural masks for the North American market. The company will be able to make 150 million more surgical and procedural masks as a result. Additionally, the company has doubled its capacity to produce safety needles by 15 million units.

Key Market Segmentation:

• By Product
  • Basic Surgical Mask
  • Anti-fog Surgical Mask
  • Fluid Resistant Surgical Mask
  • N95 Mask
  • Others
• By Distribution Channel
  • Online
  • Offline
    • Pharmacy Store
    • Others
• By Geography
  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Others
  • Europe
    • UK
    • Germany
    • France
    • Spain
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Thailand
    • Indonesia
    • Taiwan
    • Others