Non-Woven Gauze Market Size, Share, Growth, and Global Industry Analysis by Type (Sterile and Non-Sterile), By Application (Hospitals, Pharmacies, and Others), Covid-19 Impact, Latest Trends, Segmentation, Driving Factors, Restraining Factors, Key Industry Players, Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

Last Updated: 25 June 2025
SKU ID: 20228911

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NON-WOVEN GAUZE MARKET OVERVIEW

The global non-woven gauze market size was approximately USD 9.73 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 6.9 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period.

The global non-woven market size gauze is made from fibers that are combined together to form a weave like, but is not woven together. It has a higher wicking capacity and absorbency. It is made from synthetic fibers such as polyester, rayon, or a combination of these. It is less linting and is ideal for plastic surgery, dermatology setting, and dialysis. It is used for cleaning, packaging, and covering of wounds. They are coarser in nature and are used for more general applications where wounds need to be cleaned or packed.  

The growing demand for the product is due to its applications in medical and healthcare applications which is expected to accelerate the non-woven gauze market. Growing use and preferences for such bandages for dressing purposes in surgical procedure is anticipated to drive the demand for the product. Rising incidents of chronic wounds and rise use of such bandages in geriatric population are some of the major driving factors of the market. Growing demand for new medical adhesives products in sports and sports-related injuries leading to acute and chronic wounds is also increasing the demand for non-woven gauze. Rising surgical procedures in the hospitals is expected to create huge demand for the product.    

COVID-19 Impact

Decrease in Accidents to Decline Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic effects are being felt on a global level, markets have been extremely impacted. In 2020, COVID-19 has had a negative impact on many markets. Several countries went into lockdown. With the sudden pandemic, all kinds of businesses observed disturbances. With many restrictions in the pandemic, various markets were negatively impacted. The demand for non-woven gauze derives from the healthcare and medical industry. Production activities for new medical adhesives were halted. Due to a lockdown imposed by the government, people were forced to stay at their homes which prevented road accidents and incidents. Sports activities were also halted which also prevented the injuries. This impacted the demand for such medical adhesives and affected the demand in non-woven gauze.  

LATEST TRENDS

Health Infrastructure and New Technology to Enhance Market Growth

New technology and health infrastructure is estimated to develop the growth of the global non-woven gauze market. Increasing healthcare expenditure is propelling the growth of health infrastructure which is anticipated to drive the demand for non-woven gauze. Impact of advanced technology is expected to make positive changes in healthcare and also make more use of more medical adhesives and products. Increasing healthcare expenditure has led to well-established medical facilities. This is expected to change the healthcare scenario of the medical industry. Increasing technological advancements for increasing the lifespan of average lifespan is anticipated to drive the market demand. Such development of healthcare infrastructure and new technology is likely to pose an opportunity and is estimated to drive the demand for the market. 

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NON-WOVEN GAUZE MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into sterile and non-sterile.  

Sterile is the leading part of the type segment.

  • By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into hospitals, pharmacies, and others.

Hospitals is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Growth for Surgical Procedures to Inflate Market Demand for Product

The global non-woven gauze market growth is projected to rise due to the rising number of surgical procedures. Musculoskeletal and skin surgeries are two of the most common surgical procedures and they require medical adhesives. Increasing surgical procedures is driving the demand for non-woven gauze. They help hold the dressing intact in place and provide protective padding in the dressing application. They are used due to their advantages such as absorbability, ease in usability, and drainage. Such advantages and increasing use of non-woven gauze in surgical procedures are estimated to drive demand for the non-woven gauze market.    

Increasing Number of Acute Wounds to Accelerate Market Growth

Growing number of acute wounds has increased the demand for the product. Rising cases of burns, scratches, incisions, abrasions, and wounds is expected to increase the demand for non-woven gauze. Rising number of accidents that cause any kind of wound is anticipated to drive the market demand. Such an increasing number of cases of burns and trauma is anticipated to drive the demand for the non-woven gauze market.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Disadvantages of the Product to Hamper Market Growth

There are a number of factors that can drive the growth of the non-woven gauze market. Restraining factors such as disadvantages of non-woven gauze. Disadvantages such as poor durability and strength compared to woven cloth, it can’t be washed like other fabrics, and it can also be split easily if pulled from the right angle. Such factors are expected to diminish the demand for the non-woven gauze in the market.

NON-WOVEN GAUZE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Lead Market Increasing Infections and Chronic Wounds

North America holds the largest part of the global non-woven gauze market share due to increasing infections and rising number of chronic wounds. The growth is also attributed to awareness amongst the population regarding diseases and chronic wounds. Accelerating cases of sports-related injuries and road accidents is predicted to drive the demand for non-woven gauze. Presence of advanced healthcare infrastructure owing to increasing healthcare expenditure is fueling the growth in the market. Easy availability of medical adhesive products is also expected to fuel the demand for the region. In addition, presence of various key market players in the region is predicted to boost the market demand.

Asia Pacific is also expected to have a considerable growth rate during the forecast period due to demand from countries such as India, Japan, and China. Growing medical tourism in the region is also expected to drive the demand for wound dressing products. Lucrative opportunities for market players to improve and create advanced medical facilities is expected to drive in the non-woven gauze market.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Strategic Collaboration by Key Players to Increase Market Performance

The report delivers information about the list of market players and their working in the industry. The information is collected and reported with proper research, technological developments, acquisitions, mergers, expanding production lines, and partnerships. Other aspects examined for this market include companies producing and introducing new products, regions they conduct their operations in, automation, technology adoption, generating the most revenue, and making a difference with their products.

List Of Top Non-Woven Gauze Companies

  • Allmed Medical Products (China)
  • Sentry Medical (Australia)
  • WM Bamford (New Zealand)
  • Vernacare (U.K.)
  • Hollister Incorporated (U.S.)
  • Texpol (Spain)
  • Multigate (Australia)
  • FOMED Industries (China)
  • STS Medical Group (Bulgaria)

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

November 2018: H&H Medical and the U.S. Department of Agriculture developed TAC gauze Wound Wrapping Gauze that is the next generation of trauma gauze. The non-woven product is a blend of   bleached cotton, TRUE COTTON, and synthetic fibers.

REPORT COVERAGE

This research profiles a report with widespread studies that take into an explanation of the firms that exist in the market affecting the forecasting period. With detailed studies done, it also offers a comprehensive analysis by examining the factors like segmentation, opportunities, industrial developments, trends, growth, size, share, restraints, etc. This analysis is subject to alteration if the key players and probable analysis of market dynamics changes.

Non-Woven Market Report Scope & Segmentation

Attributes Details

Market Size Value In

US$ 5.2 Billion in 2024

Market Size Value By

US$ 9.73 Billion by 2033

Growth Rate

CAGR of 6.9% from 2025to2033

Forecast Period

2025-2033

Base Year

2024

Historical Data Available

Yes

Regional Scope

Global

Segments Covered

By Types

  • Sterile
  • Non-sterile

By Application

  • Hospital
  • Pharmacy
  • Others

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