Healthcare Fabrics Market Report 2025

This Healthcare Fabrics market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The healthcare fabrics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $22.75 billion in 2024 to $25.2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased infection control, patient comfort, increased durability and longevity, barrier properties, cost-efficiency.

The healthcare fabrics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $40.83 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to infection prevention and control, aging population, sustainable practices, telehealth environments, regulatory update. Major trends in the forecast period include antimicrobial fabrics, smart fabrics and wearables, comfort and mobility, flame-resistant fabrics, telemedicine wearables.

The growth of the healthcare fabrics market is being driven by increasing government initiatives focused on hygiene. Governments worldwide are emphasizing the importance of enhancing consumer awareness regarding hygiene and health issues. Medical textiles are utilized in various applications, including bedding, clothing, surgical gowns, cloth wipes, and diapers, leading to heightened demand for antimicrobial textiles and healthcare fabrics. Concerns about hygiene encourage consumers to purchase sustainable antimicrobial textiles made from pure fibers with an herbal finish. For example, in March 2023, the UK Government allocated $20.29 million (£18.5 million) to support the provision of safe, reliable, and affordable water supply, sanitation, and hygiene services aimed at disease prevention, protecting public health, and safeguarding the environment from pollution. This initiative is a vital part of the UK government’s commitment to eliminating preventable deaths among mothers, young children, and infants. Such initiatives are expected to significantly expand the use of hygiene products, which represent a key application area for healthcare fabrics. Therefore, the increasing government initiatives are anticipated to drive the market during the forecast period.

The growth of the healthcare fabric market is further bolstered by an increase in the number of hospitals. Hospitals, specialized medical facilities offering a range of healthcare services, drive the demand for isolation gowns and personal protective equipment (PPE), leading to an increased requirement for specialized healthcare fabrics. Notably, a report by Public Health Scotland (PHS) in September 2022 revealed a 3.6% increase in the average number of staffed beds for acute specialties in 2021/22, compared to the previous year (2020/21). The occupancy rate for acute specialties also rose from 74.8% in 2020-21 to 84.2% in 2021/22. Consequently, the expanding number of hospitals is contributing to the growth of the healthcare fabric market.

Leading companies in the healthcare fabric market are developing advanced products that utilize polymer technology, improving the performance and functionality of medical textiles used in various applications. Polymer technology involves the study, development, and application of polymers, which are large molecules made up of repeating structural units known as monomers. For example, in August 2024, Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics, a US-based fabric manufacturer, introduced Dartex END464-E at the Healthcare Design (HCD) Conference Expo, a networking, education, and product-sourcing event for the healthcare design industry. Dartex END464-E is a healthcare fabric specifically engineered for seating applications in healthcare settings. The fabric demonstrates exceptional resistance to wear and tear, making it ideal for high-traffic environments. It employs advanced polymer technology to improve its lifespan and performance and can withstand abrasive chemical cleaning agents, ensuring durability in healthcare environments.

Major companies in the healthcare fabric market are placing greater emphasis on sustainability and innovation. Environmentally sustainable fabrics, often called eco-friendly textiles or green fabrics, are materials used in clothing, furnishings, and various other applications that are produced and designed with the goal of minimizing environmental impact. For example, in June 2023, Taara, an American online retailer, launched a new collection of sustainable medical scrubs made from recycled materials. These scrubs are made from bluesign-approved fabric and comply with OEKO-TEX standards, ensuring they are both environmentally friendly and safe for human use. The collection features a variety of styles, colors, and sizes, aimed at providing comfort and functionality for healthcare professionals. Notable features include seam detailing, four-way stretch for flexibility, fluid repellency, and multiple pockets for carrying tools.

In January 2022, ImageFIRST, a US-based healthcare laundry specialist, acquired Textile Care Services for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows ImageFIRST to expand its national presence, improve its service capabilities within the healthcare linen industry, and enhance its ability to deliver consistent, high-quality services across various locations, which is a fundamental aspect of its business model. Textile Care Services is a US-based provider of linen services and healthcare fabrics.

Major companies operating in the healthcare fabrics market include Brentano Inc., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Avgol Industries Ltd., Paramount Tech Fab Industries, Advanced Fabrics, Carnegie Fabrics LLC, Herculite Inc., Berry Global Group Inc., Standard Textile Co Inc., Fabrico Cleaning Solutions Private Ltd., Bally Ribbon Mills, Precision Fabric Group Inc., Cardinal Health Inc., Eastex Inc., Freudenberg & Co. KG, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Shawmut Corporation, Atex Technologies Inc., Designtex International Llp, Maharam Fabric Corporation, Getinge AB, Vestagen Protective Technologies Inc., Ahlstrom Munksjo OYJ, Precision Fabrics Group Inc., DuPont Protection Solutions, Seiren Co. Ltd.

Europe was the largest region in the healthcare fabrics market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the healthcare fabrics market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the healthcare fabrics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

Healthcare fabrics are specialized textiles designed for use in healthcare settings, focusing on fiber-based products that contribute to hygiene, prevention, and patient care. These fabrics often have antimicrobial properties, providing protection against bacterial growth. They are crafted from versatile fibrous materials and structures, serving purposes such as wound care or creating a conducive environment for clinical treatment.

Key raw materials for healthcare fabrics include polypropylene, cotton, polyester, viscose, and polyamide. Polypropylene, a flexible resin polymer, finds applications in absorbable dressings, absorbents, and the packaging of medical liquids. Healthcare fabrics come in various types, including non-woven, woven, and knitted, each serving specific applications such as dressing products, clothing, hygiene items, wall coverings, privacy curtains, bedding, blankets, and more within medical environments.

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The healthcare fabric market consists of sales of woven fabric, non-woven fabric, polyurethane, dressing clothes, surgical clothes, polyvinyl chloride, and butylene esters. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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