Disposable Surgical Gloves Market is expected to reach US$ 5.18 Billion by 2031

Vinyl Segment Based on Material Fuels Disposable Surgical Gloves Market Growth

According to our new research study on “Disposable Surgical Gloves Market Forecast to 2031 – Global Analysis – by Material, Form, and End User,” the market size is expected to grow from US$ 2.66 billion in 2024 to US$ 5.18 billion by 2031; the market is expected to register a CAGR of 10.10% from 2025 to 2031. Major factors driving the disposable surgical gloves market growth include the inclination toward sustainable and biodegradable gloves.

Traditional surgical gloves, primarily made from synthetic materials such as nitrile or latex coated with chemical additives, take years to degrade in landfills, contributing to environmental pollution. As a result, manufacturers and healthcare providers focus on developing eco-friendly, biodegradable gloves to reduce the environmental footprint while maintaining high safety and performance standards. The push for sustainability is supported by growing awareness among healthcare institutions, governments, and consumers about the impact of medical waste on the environment. For instance, biodegradable nitrile gloves have been engineered to break down by up to 80% within 1.5 years under composting conditions, compared to conventional nitrile gloves, which can persist for decades. Manufacturers such as Cranberry are leading this innovation by releasing biodegradable nitrile gloves certified to American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards, demonstrating both environmental benefit and compliance with safety regulations.

Disposable Surgical Gloves Market, by Region, 2024(%)

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Manufacturers and institutions are increasingly seeking biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable gloves. They are exploring materials such as natural rubber, polylactic acid (PLA), plant-based nitrile, and other eco-friendly compounds. Major companies, including Top Glove, Hartalega, and Ansell, are investing significantly in these initiatives. For instance, Top Glove launched a biodegradable nitrile glove series, Hartalega. It is expanding its range of antimicrobial gloves. Likewise, Ansell aims to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 while striving for sustainability awards.

Rising inclination toward sustainable and single-use gloves is projected to be a key driver shaping disposable surgical gloves market trends in the near future.

Disposable Surgical Gloves Market Analysis Based on Segmental Evaluation:

Based on material, the market is segmented into Nitrile, Latex, Vinyl, TPE and CPE, and others. The Vinyl segment held the largest disposable surgical gloves market share in 2024 and is expected to register the highest CAGR during 2025–2031. Healthcare professionals frequently utilize vinyl disposable gloves in clinical settings during low-risk examinations, especially when latex or nitrile gloves are unavailable. While vinyl gloves may lack the durability, thickness, and comfort of other glove types, they remain viable due to their affordability and appropriateness for short-duration procedures and tasks with minimal exposure to infectious agents. Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Ansell, and Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd are among the popular vinyl gloves manufacturers.

Nitrile surgical gloves are preferred in high-risk settings, such as when dealing with patients having infectious diseases or during surgeries involving blood and other bodily fluids. Due to the high risk associated with surgical procedures and operating room environments, surgical gloves are tested thoroughly to meet the guidelines specified by the FDA. Nitrile gloves are preferred due to superior barrier protection and durability. Dentists prefer this product type due to its strength and durability, especially with their sharp tools. Dentists and hygienists can maintain a safe barrier between themselves and their patients with durable nitrile gloves. Hartalega, Ansell, and 3M are among the key nitrile gloves manufacturers.

By form, the disposable surgical gloves market is classified into powder and powder-free. The powder-free segment held a larger share of the disposable surgical gloves market in 2024 and is expected to register a higher CAGR during 2025–2031.

In terms of end user, the disposable surgical gloves market is segmented into Hospitals and Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, and Others. The Hospitals and Clinics segment dominated the disposable surgical gloves market in 2024 and is anticipated to register the highest CAGR during 2025–2031.

The scope of the disposable surgical gloves market report includes an assessment of the market performance in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South and Central America, and the Middle East and Africa. In terms of revenue, North America dominated the disposable surgical gloves market share in 2024. Per the Healthgrades Marketplace, LLC article titled “The 10 Most Common Surgeries in the US,” approximately 500,000 angioplasties, 460,000 cholecystectomies, and 395,000 coronary artery bypass grafts are performed annually in the US. Each procedure necessitates using disposable gloves while performing surgeries for sanitation and reducing contamination of the wounds. Furthermore, companies manufacturing surgical gloves have been focusing on strengthening their presence in the US by adopting various organic and inorganic growth strategies.

In May 2021, the Department of Defense, in coordination with the Department of Health and Human Services, awarded US$ 226.3 million in contracts and contract modifications to several glove manufacturers to expand domestic production capacity of nitrile gloves. Therefore, disposable surgical gloves market size in the United States is witnessing robust expansion, driven by a surge in diagnostic procedures, growing awareness of healthcare-associated infections, and strengthened government initiatives to scale up glove manufacturing.

B Braun SE, Hextar Healthcare Bhd, Sempermed Europe GmbH, Cardinal Health Inc, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, Supermax Corp Berhad, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Top Glove Corp Bhd, Ansell Ltd, and Molnlycke Health Care AB are among the leading companies profiled in the disposable surgical gloves market report.

In terms of geography, the market is categorized into North America (US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (France, Germany, UK, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, and Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, UAE, and Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South & Central America).

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