Medical Adhesive Tapes Market Report 2026

The medical adhesive tapes market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $9.85 billion in 2025 to $10.88 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in surgical procedures, rising incidence of chronic wounds, expansion of healthcare infrastructure, increased use of disposable medical supplies, advancements in adhesive formulations.

The medical adhesive tapes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.78 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for advanced wound care solutions, rising focus on infection prevention, expansion of home healthcare services, increasing adoption of silicone and specialty tapes, ongoing innovation in medical adhesive technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for skin-friendly adhesive materials, rising adoption of silicone-based medical tapes, growing focus on breathable and hypoallergenic designs, expansion of advanced wound care applications, enhanced emphasis on patient comfort and safety.

The rapid increase in surgical procedures is significantly contributing to the growth of the medical adhesive tapes market. Surgical or medical procedures involve making incisions using instruments to repair damage or treat diseases in the human body. Medical adhesive tapes, including surgical tapes and bandages, are widely used during pre-operative and post-operative care to manage bleeding and support wound healing. For example, in January 2025, according to Intuitive Surgical Inc., a US-based biotechnology company, out-of-hospital (OUS) general surgery procedures increased by approximately 35% in 2024, compared with around 42% growth in 2023, with colorectal procedures accounting for the largest share of incremental cases in both years. Therefore, the rising volume of general surgical procedures is driving demand for medical adhesive tapes.

Major companies operating in the medical adhesive tapes market are increasingly focusing on the development of bio-compatible adhesive tapes to strengthen their competitive position. Bio-compatible adhesive tapes are specifically designed for medical applications that require direct skin contact, particularly in hot and humid environments. For instance, in January 2023, H.B. Fuller Company, a US-based adhesive manufacturer, introduced Swift Melt 1515-I, a new adhesive suitable for medical applications. This product is intended for skin-contact uses and delivers strong performance and regulatory compliance for medical purposes, including nonwoven surgical applications. The adhesive provides high tack, secure and rapid bonding, even under elevated temperatures and shear stress. Swift Melt 1515-I has been tested and certified under ISO 10993-5 for cytotoxicity, confirming its safety for use in hospital and home healthcare settings without causing harm to human cells.

In May 2023, ADDEV Materials Group, a France-based company specializing in the conversion and distribution of high-performance materials, acquired Parafix Tapes and Conversions Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens the group’s market position, particularly within the healthcare sector. Parafix Tapes and Conversions Ltd. is a UK-based manufacturer and distributor of medical adhesive tapes.

Major companies operating in the medical adhesive tapes market are 3M Company, Nitto Denko Corporation, Lohmann GmbH and Co KG, Scapa Group plc, Paul Hartmann AG, Mölnlycke Health Care, Essity AB, Andover Healthcare Inc, Berry Global Group Inc, Nichiban Co Ltd, Tesa SE, Smith and Nephew, Johnson and Johnson, Medline Industries, Integra LifeSciences, Shurtape Technologies, Adhesives Research Inc, Advance Tapes International, KT Health, Nippon Tokushu Co Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the medical adhesive tapes market in 2025. The Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the medical adhesive tapes market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the medical adhesive tapes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The medical adhesive tape market consists of sales of fabric, plastic, polymer, bandages, and paper. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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