Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Size is valued at USD 2.48 Bn in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 5.18 Bn by the year 2034 at a 7.8% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
Medical adhesives are designed to attach wearables to the skin securely for their specific purposes. Wear-time devices can be more intricate and have longer durations thanks to stick-to-skin adhesives' enhanced convenience and flexibility. The great thing about medical stick-to-skin adhesives in MIS is that they can shape themselves to fit the skin perfectly, ensuring a tight and safe closure. Having this in place is crucial for minimally invasive surgeries that involve sensitive body parts, like those involving the face or the abdomen (laparoscopic surgery). With the rise of improved medical stick-to-skin adhesives and the widespread use of MIS, the market is expected to experience significant growth. There will be plenty of room for growth and innovation in this quickly developing adhesive market as MIS keeps gaining popularity. Furthermore, the medical adhesive market is expected to experience expansion due to the anticipated increase in the medical implant industry.
However, the market growth is hampered by the lack of awareness criteria for the safety and health of medical stick-to-skin adhesives and the product's inability to prevent fog in environments with dramatic temperature fluctuations or high medical stick-to-skin, medical stick-to-skin adhesives also have issues in terms of safety. Adverse responses to these adhesives are uncommon, but they do happen. The improper application of the adhesives also poses the danger of skin irritation and infection. Because of these risks, doctors and patients may be reluctant to employ stick-to-skin adhesives for medical purposes. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected the worldwide market and forced the closure of numerous factories to protect their personnel from contracting the virus, the expansion of the industry may be hindered.
The medical stick-to-skin adhesives market is segmented based on product, material type, backing material, application, and end user. The product segment comprises acrylic, silicone, rubber, and water-based. By material type, the market is segmented into electrode, Transdermal Drug Delivery Adhesives and specialized. As per the backing material the market is segmented into Paper, Fabric, Plastic and Other Materials. The application segment consists of surgery, wound care, and ostomy seals. By end user, the market is segmented into hospital and homecare.
The acrylic medical stick-to-skin adhesives market is expected to hold a major global market share in 2022. acrylics are used in various healthcare applications, from wound care and transdermal medication delivery systems to wearable medical devices. These adhesives are notable for their biocompatibility, incredible bonding properties, and long-term durability. Because they are both strong and easy to remove, acrylic adhesives are a great choice for use on delicate skin.
The specialized industry makes up the bulk of medical stick-to-skin adhesives usage because wound dressings rely heavily on specialized adhesives, which help with things like moisture control and mild skin adherence, which in turn improve healing results and patient comfort, especially in countries like the US, Germany, China, the UK, India.
The North American medical stick-to-skin adhesives market is expected to record the maximum market revenue share in the near future. It can be attributed to the highly developed healthcare system, substantial public and private investment in healthcare, an ageing population, and influential figures in the area. In addition, Asia Pacific is estimated to grow rapidly in the global medical stick-to-skin adhesives market because more people need access to healthcare as the population continues to grow. Government spending on healthcare is likely to climb steadily over the projected period, which is good news for the medical adhesive market in the region.
| Report Attribute | Specifications |
| Market Size Value In 2024 | USD 2.48 Bn |
| Revenue Forecast In 2034 | USD 5.18 Bn |
| Growth Rate CAGR | CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2034 |
| Quantitative Units | Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
| Historic Year | 2021 to 2024 |
| Forecast Year | 2025-2034 |
| Report Coverage | The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
| Segments Covered | By Product, By Backing Material, By Material Type, By Application, By End User |
| 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; France; Italy; Spain; South East Asia; South Korea |
| Competitive Landscape | 3M Company (US), Scapa Healthcare (Mativ Holdings, Inc.) (UK), Johnson & Johnson (US), Avery Dennison Corporation (US), Smith & Nephew PLC (UK), Nitto Denko Corporation (Japan), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US), Medtronic Plc (Ireland), B. Braun Melsungen AG (Germany), Henkel AG & Co. KGaA (Germany), Gelita Medical (Germany), Lohmann & Rauscher (Germany), Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (UK), Nichiban Co., Ltd. (Japan), Polymer Science, Inc. (US), Adhezion Biomedical, LLC (US), MBK Tape Solutions (Boyd) (US), Tapecon, Inc. (US), Chemence Medical, Inc. (US), Parafix (UK), Berry Global Inc. (US), DermaMed Coatings Company, LLC (US), Paul Hartmann AG (Germany), Mactac (US), Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. (Japan), Shurtape Technologies, LLC (US) and Adhesives Research, Inc. (US). |
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Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market By Product-
Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market By Backing Material
Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market By Material Type
Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market By Application
Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market By End User
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: By Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. By Product, & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following By Product:
5.2.1. Acrylic-Based
5.2.2. Silicone-Based
5.2.3. Rubber-Based
5.2.4. Hydrogel-based
5.2.5. Others
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: By Backing Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. By Backing Material & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following By Backing Material:
6.2.1. Paper
6.2.2. Fabric
6.2.3. Plastic
6.2.4. Other Materials
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: By Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. By Application & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following By Application:
7.2.1. Surgery
7.2.2. Wound Dressing
7.2.3. Ostomy Seals
7.2.4. Other Applications
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: By Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. By Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following By Type:
8.2.1. Electrode Adhesives
8.2.2. Transdermal Drug Delivery Adhesives
8.2.3. Specialized Adhesives
Chapter 9. Market Segmentation 5: By End-Users Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. By End-Users & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
9.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following By End-Users:
9.2.1. Hospitals & Clinics
9.2.2. Home Care Settings
9.2.3. Other End Users
Chapter 10. Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market Segmentation 6: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
10.1. North America
10.1.1. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts By Product, 2021-2034
10.1.2. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts By Backing Material, 2021-2034
10.1.3. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts By Application, 2021-2034
10.1.4. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts By Type, 2021-2034
10.1.5. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts By End-Users, 2021-2034
10.1.6. North America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) estimates and forecasts by country, 2021-2034
10.2. Europe
10.2.1. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Product, 2021-2034
10.2.2. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Backing Material, 2021-2034
10.2.3. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Application, 2021-2034
10.2.4. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Type, 2021-2034
10.2.5. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By End-Users, 2021-2034
10.2.6. Europe Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
10.3. Asia Pacific
10.3.1. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Product, 2021-2034
10.3.2. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Backing Material, 2021-2034
10.3.3. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Application, 2021-2034
10.3.4. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Type, 2021-2034
10.3.5. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By End-Users, 2021-2034
10.3.6. Asia Pacific Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
10.4. Latin America
10.4.1. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Product, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.4.2. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Backing Material, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.4.3. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Application, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.4.4. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Type, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.4.5. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By End-Users, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.4.6. Latin America Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
10.5. Middle East & Africa
10.5.1. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Product, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.5.2. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Backing Material, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.5.3. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Application, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.5.4. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By Type, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.5.5. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) By End-Users, (US$ Million) 2021-2034
10.5.6. Middle East & Africa Medical Stick-to-Skin Adhesives Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
11.2. Company Profiles
11.2.1. 3M Company (US),
11.2.2. Scapa Healthcare (Mativ Holdings, Inc.) (UK),
11.2.3. Johnson & Johnson (US),
11.2.4. Avery Dennison Corporation (US),
11.2.5. Smith & Nephew PLC (UK),
11.2.6. Nitto Denko Corporation (Japan),
11.2.7. DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US),
11.2.8. Medtronic Plc (Ireland),
11.2.9. B. Braun Melsungen AG (Germany),
11.2.10. Henkel AG & Co. KGaA (Germany),
11.2.11. Gelita Medical (Germany),
11.2.12. Lohmann & Rauscher (Germany),
11.2.13. Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (UK),
11.2.14. Nichiban Co., Ltd. (Japan),
11.2.15. Polymer Science, Inc. (US),
11.2.16. Adhezion Biomedical, LLC (US),
11.2.17. MBK Tape Solutions (Boyd) (US),
11.2.18. Tapecon, Inc. (US),
11.2.19. Chemence Medical, Inc. (US),
11.2.20. Parafix (UK),
11.2.21. Berry Global Inc. (US),
11.2.22. DermaMed Coatings Company, LLC (US),
11.2.23. Paul Hartmann AG (Germany),
11.2.24. Mactac (US),
11.2.25. Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. (Japan),
11.2.26. Shurtape Technologies, LLC (US)
11.2.27. Adhesives Research, Inc. (US).