Latin America Latex Medical Disposables Market

Latin America Latex Medical Disposables Market Size (2024 to 2029)

The size of the Latin America Latex Medical Disposables market was around USD 521.14 million in 2024. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% to reach USD 674.68 million by 2029. It captures 8% of the global market.

Technological advancements in the healthcare sector are key factors driving the market for latex medical disposables in the Latin American region. Key market players invest in cutting-edge technology and developing new products that assist reduce infections and hazards, which is an encouraging factor for the market growth. In addition, the Y-O-Y rise in the prevalence of lifestyle-related and chronic diseases in the Latin American region is anticipated to boost the demand for latex medical disposables. According to the World Health Organization, chronic diseases are the most significant cause of death and disability and the primary factor of the country's 50 million in yearly healthcare costs.

Y-O-Y growth in the aging population and increasing patient awareness of infection prevention control regulations in the Latin American region are key factors that boost the market for latex medical disposables in this region. Furthermore, government-enforced obligatory requirements to increase patient care quality are likely to grow latex medical disposables penetration in the near future. As a result, most medical disposable product producers use high-quality latex disposables driven by sustainable material, process, and design innovation, resulting in efficient product engineering and design.

However, the Latin American latex medical disposable market is projected to be constrained by a growing number of occurrences of latex allergy. Furthermore, several healthcare providers employ non-latex goods, which may hinder the market's growth.  Another stifling effect is increased rivalry among players, which results in lower prices for these products and, as a result, lower earnings for the players. As a result, lesser sales may stifle expansion in the remote areas for the latex medical disposables market, affecting the market growth over the forecast period.

This research report on the Latin America latex medical disposables market has been segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories.

By Product Type:

• Latex Gloves          
• Latex Foley Catheters        
• Latex Probe Covers             
• Urine Bags               
• Others

By End User:

• Hospitals  
  • Public
  • Private
• Ambulatory Surgical Centers           
• Clinics        
• Diagnostic Centers               
• Others     

By Country:

• Mexico
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Chile
• Rest of Latin America

Geographically, Latin America had a moderate share in the global market in 2023. However, Latin America is expected to grow steadily, owing to high costs and a lack of knowledge of the regional government. In addition, the expanding number of private hospitals in Mexico and Brazil is expected to provide significant potential for healthcare infrastructure enhancement.

The latest pandemic outbreak has had a significant impact on Mexico. As a result, the government and regulatory agencies are taking steps to prevent the disease from spreading further. Many businesses are also ramping up production to accommodate the surge in demand caused by the outbreak. According to authorities from the Mexico Department of Health and Human Services, the current demand for medical gloves is anticipated to be over 7 million per month, or 104 million per year, due to the epidemic.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS:

B. Braun Melsungen, C.R. Bard, Ansell, Top Glove Corporation, Hartalega Holdings Bhd., Supermax Corporation Berhad, Dynarex Corporation, and Medtronic plc. are a few of the companies playing a vital role in the Latin American latex medical disposables market.