Surgical Blade Market size was valued at $ 1.25 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach $ 1.75 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 3.8% from 2023 to 2032.
A surgical blade is also known as a scalpel blade. A surgical blade is a small, very sharp instrument, an important dermatological tool used to cut skin and tissue in surgical procedures. Knives can be disposable or reusable. Reusable scalpels are permanently attached blades that can be sharpened with disposable blades. Surgical blades come in different sizes, identified by a blade number, and each serves a different purpose. These are almost always made of hardened stainless or high carbon steel. Safety surgical blades are becoming more common as their cost falls and because of legislation such as the Needlestick Prevention Act, which requires hospitals to minimize the risk of spreading pathogens through needle or scalpel accidents.
A surgical blade consists of two parts, the blade and the handle. Handles are often reusable and have replaceable blades. In medical applications, each blade is used only once. Stainless steel blades are generally rust-free and are also a cost-effective tool preferred by healthcare professionals. An increasing number of operations worldwide will boost the market growth during the forecast period. The increase in cardiovascular and neurological diseases has led to a worldwide need for surgical blades. The demand for surgical scalpel has increased due to increasing surgical preferences and technological improvements in the field of surgery across the world. Also, the increase in serious diseases and long-term illnesses of the elderly and the increase in demand for higher-quality surgical care are boosting the development of the surgical blade market.
The number of ambulatory surgery centers, hospitals, and clinics increased. Thanks to this, more professional opportunities have appeared for doctors. Because of these concerns, the market for surgical blades is expanding. The availability of these blades in different diameters and process-specific shapes increases the demand. Surgical blades come in a variety of shapes and profiles, so medical professionals and teams can choose the blade best suited for the job.
The increased use of stainless steel surgical blades, with sharp cutting edges and clean cuts for superior cutting and precisely numbered knife handles, could create one of the most profitable opportunities in mobile marketing. In addition, they are sterile and have a longer shelf life. Because these surgical products are classified as low-risk devices, they do not have to go through a rigorous regulatory process. These factors are expected to lead to more new product launches, increasing revenue for surgical blades across the market.
Global Surgical Blade Market, Segmentation
The Surgical Blade Market is segmented based on Material, Product Type, End-Users and region.
Product Type:
The market is divided into stainless steel and high-quality carbon steel. These blades are made of high-quality materials and provide the surgeon with high efficiency during surgery. They are usually made of lighter materials such as plastic, which makes them ideal for use in various surgeries. The stainless steel blades segment is expected to lead the market during the forecast period as it is preferred by surgeons worldwide. Stainless steel blades used in medical surgery are also used in piercing and body modification or transplant procedures. These blades have better strength and durability than high quality carbon steel. These properties along with various applications such as rust and corrosion resistance drive the stainless steel cutting blade market.
End-Users:
The stainless steel blades segment is expected to lead the market during the forecast period as it is preferred by surgeons worldwide. Stainless steel blades used in medical surgery are also used in piercing and body modification or transplant procedures. These blades have better strength and durability than high quality carbon steel. These properties along with various applications such as rust and corrosion resistance drive the stainless steel cutting blade market. The ambulatory surgery center segment is also expected to grow rapidly in the coming years due to shorter hospital stays, low treatment costs, same-day surgical procedures, and improvements in ambulatory surgery centers in developing economies.
Region:
Asia Pacific has dominated the growth of the surgical blades market during the forecast period. An increasing number of surgeries and growing medical infrastructure in this region will boost the growth of the surgical blade market during the forecast period. North America is expected to experience significant increases in the prevalence of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and a tightening of the surgical blade in the region. Europe is growing rapidly in the surgical blades market due to growing geriatric populations in some important countries such as Japan, Italy, and Germany, which top the list of oldest countries in the world, as well as significant advancements in healthcare. this region will grow rapidly during the forecast period.
Some of The Leading/Active Market Players Are-
- Kai Corporation (Japan)
- PL Medical Co., LLC. (US)
- B. Braun SE (Germany)
- Cincinnati Surgical Company Inc. (US)
- Southmedic Inc. (Canada)
- VOGT MEDICAL (Germany)
- KAWAMOTO CORPORATION (Japan)
- Swann Morton Limited (UK)
- Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC. (US)
- Aspen Surgical (US) and Other Active Players
Key Industry Developments
- In March 2022: C2Dx acquired Hemostatix Medical Technologies, gaining a thermal scalpel system that will become the company's third product line. The Hemostatix Thermal Scalpel closes blood vessels as it cuts them, so it can cut and clot at the same time.
- In April 2022: Vuzix Corporation added an additional follow-on volume order of Vuzix Blade smart glasses from Medacta in connection with that company's launch of their NextAR shoulder augmented reality surgical platform in Europe and the United States.
Key Findings of the Study
- Stainless steel blades dominate the market due to their superior strength, durability, and resistance to rust and corrosion.
- Ambulatory surgery centers are witnessing rapid growth, driven by shorter hospital stays and lower treatment costs, particularly in developing economies like Asia Pacific.
- Asia Pacific leads the market's growth, fueled by increasing surgeries and expanding medical infrastructure, while North America and Europe also experience significant growth due to factors like chronic disease prevalence and aging populations.
