The Incontinence Pads Market Size is valued at USD 7.03 Bn in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 11.03 Bn by the year 2031 at a 5.94% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.
Adult diapers or absorbent pads, commonly known as incontinence pads, are disposable or reusable items used to address urine or fecal incontinence in adults. They are commonly used by people with bladder or bowel control disorders who need protection from accidental leaks. The stigma connected with incontinence has been diminished as more people become aware of and embrace it as a medical problem. As a result, more people are looking for and using incontinence items like pads, contributing to market growth.
The expanding elderly population is one of the primary factors driving the growth of the disposable incontinence products market. The increased prevalence of incontinence is expected to boost the growth of the disposable incontinence products market.
However, due to global travel restrictions, factory closures, and transportation issues, the incontinence pad market experienced supply chain disruptions. This resulted in temporary supply shortages and delays in several places.
The Incontinence Pads Market is segmented on the basis of product, patient, end-use, and distribution channel. Based on the product, the market segmentation is as reusable and disposable pads. The patient segment includes female incontinence pads and male incontinence pads. By the segment, End-User, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home care settings, and others. The distribution channel segment includes offline sales, hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, hypermarkets and supermarkets, and online sales.
The disposable pads category is expected to hold a major share of the global Incontinence Pads Market in 2024. These diapers are simple to wear and dispose of, which is one of the primary factors driving the growth of the disposable incontinence products market. Furthermore, the market offers a variety of disposable diapers, including ultra-absorbent disposable diapers, super-absorbent disposable diapers, gender-specific diapers, biodegradable disposable diapers, and conventional disposable diapers.
The supermarket segment is estimated to grow at a rapid rate in the global Incontinence Pads Market. To meet the different demands of their customers, supermarkets frequently provide a wide choice of incontinence pad brands, sizes, and absorbency levels. This wide range of products enables customers to discover the best pads for their unique needs. The ageing population & increasing life expectancy have resulted in a greater consumer base for incontinence goods. As more senior people shop in supermarkets, the need for incontinence pads in these stores rises.
The North America Incontinence Pads Market is expected to record the major market share in revenue in the near future. This is attributed to the early adoption of innovative urinary incontinence devices, as well as an increase in the prevalence of stress urine incontinence among women in this region. Government measures and the high prevalence of urine incontinence are likely to provide profitable prospects for the Canadian disposable incontinence products industry.
In addition, the Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to expand at the rapid rate due to rising healthcare infrastructure demand, growth in the number of hospitals in developing nations, a surge in healthcare reforms, and developments in medical technology. Furthermore, an increase in the number of hysterectomy cases and an increase in the obese population drive market growth in this region since women with the aforementioned health conditions are more vulnerable to the market.
The key players in the Incontinence Pads Market have shifted their focus towards bio-based components for product manufacturing and are initiating significant strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures of major and domestic players to enhance their product portfolio and strengthen their market footprint across the globe. Some of the major key players in the Incontinence Pads Market are Cardinal Health Inc., Kimberly Clark Corporation, Medline Industries, LP., Procter & Gamble, ABENA A/S, PAUL HARTMANN AG, Essity Aktlebolag (publ), and Ontex BV.
| Report Attribute | Specifications |
| Market Size Value In 2023 | USD 7.03 Bn |
| Revenue Forecast In 2031 | USD 11.03 Bn |
| Growth Rate CAGR | CAGR of 5.5 % from 2024 to 2031 |
| Quantitative Units | Representation of revenue in US$ Million, volume (number of units) and CAGR from 2024 to 2031 |
| Historic Year | 2019 to 2023 |
| Forecast Year | 2024-2031 |
| Report Coverage | The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
| Segments Covered | By Product Type, Patient, End-User, Distribution Channel |
| Regional Scope | North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
| Country Scope | U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico ;The UK; France; Italy; Spain; China; Japan; India; South Korea; South East Asia; South Korea; South East Asia |
| Competitive Landscape | Cardinal Health Inc., Kimberly Clark Corporation, Medline Industries, LP., Procter & Gamble, ABENA A/S, PAUL HARTMANN AG, Essity Aktlebolag (publ), and Ontex BV. |
| Customization Scope | Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
| Pricing And Available Payment Methods | Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
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