Powder Segment Bolsters 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 was valued 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. The Disposable Surgical Gloves Market report emphasizes the trends prevalent in the global market, along with drivers and deterrents affecting its growth.

The rising awareness of hospital-acquired infections and the mounting number of surgical procedures as an contribute to the growing Disposable Surgical Gloves Market size. However, the growing latex allergies and raw material price volatility hampers the growth of the market. Further, rising shift toward sustainability and biodegradable gloves are expected to bring new Disposable Surgical Gloves Market trends in the coming years.

Increasing Number of Surgical Procedures Bolsters Disposable Surgical Gloves Market Growth

According to the National Institute of Health report published in 2025, 313 million surgical procedures were performed globally, and 6% of these procedures were performed in low- and middle-income countries. As per Eye Health Central report published in 2025, there were ~28 million cataract procedures performed annually at global level. The disposable surgical gloves represent a critical component of personal protective equipment (PPE) within healthcare environments, particularly in surgical settings. These gloves serve as an effective barrier against microbial transmission, safeguarding both medical personnel and patients from exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other bodily fluids. Their strategic application during surgical procedures significantly reduces the risk of cross-contamination and environmental germ dispersion. By preventing the transfer of infectious agents between healthcare providers and patients, disposable gloves play a pivotal role in infection control protocols.

As the volume of surgical interventions continues to rise globally, the demand for high-quality disposable surgical gloves is experiencing a corresponding surge. It is positioning disposable gloves as a vital asset in maintaining clinical hygiene standards and enhancing patient safety outcomes.

Thus, the increasing demand for protective equipment to control infectives in surgical settings fuels the disposable surgical gloves market growth.

The Disposable Surgical Gloves Market analysis has been carried out by considering the following segments: material, form, and end user, and geography. 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.

By form, the disposable surgical gloves market is classified into powder and powder-free. The powder-free segment held the largest share of the disposable surgical gloves market in 2024, and it is expected to register the highest CAGR during 2025-2031. The natural rubber latex gloves are widely coated with powder as they act as a donning agent, allowing comfortable wearing and reducing the risk of tearing the glove. Cornstarch is extensively used in coating the gloves, as it reduces friction. Cornstarch in these gloves prevents them from clinging together; it also absorbs sweat inside the gloves. The powdered gloves are widely used as disposable gloves, as they are durable and offer higher strength and flexibility.

Kaltex powdered surgical gloves (Kanam Latex Industries Pvt Ltd, India) are made from natural rubber latex. The glove is anatomically shaped to reduce hand fatigue during surgical procedures.

Some of the powder free gloves manufacturers are Hartalega, Ansell, and Kanam Latex Industries, and others. The latex protein content in these gloves is minimal, thereby reducing skin allergies. These gloves minimize the transfer of latex protein particles to the skin and airways due to the chlorine-washing process. Therefore, for healthcare facilities where latex is still the most appropriate glove, powder-free, low-protein latex gloves must be used. Ansell and Cardinal Health are among the players offering powder-free disposable gloves in the market.

Per end user, the disposable surgical gloves market is segmented into Hospitals and Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Others. The Hospitals and Clinics segment held the largest disposable surgical gloves market share in 2024 and is anticipated to register the highest CAGR during 2025-2031.

Disposable Surgical Gloves Market Share, by End User, 2024 (%)

Source: The Insight Partners Analysis

The geographic scope of the Disposable Surgical Gloves Market report includes the assessment of the market performance in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America. North America is expected to dominate the market in 2024.In North America, The growth of the disposable surgical gloves market in the region is attributed to the growing number of surgical procedures, increasing import of medical consumables, significantly rising medical tourism, and increasing healthcare infrastructure The Disposable Surgical Gloves Market in North America is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The rising prevalence of infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, along with a rise in the number of surgical procedures in the country has resulted in the growing demand for disposable surgical gloves in the healthcare sector. Per the Healthgrades Marketplace, LLC article titled "The 10 Most Common Surgeries in the US," each year in the country, approximately 500,000 angioplasties; 460,000 cholecystectomies; and 395,000 coronary artery bypass grafts are performed. Each procedure necessitates the usage of disposable gloves while performing surgeries. Furthermore, companies manufacturing surgical gloves have been focusing on strengthening their presence in the US by adopting various organic and inorganic growth strategies.

Moreover, the disposable surgical gloves market growth in the US is driven by a rise in medical testing, increased awareness of healthcare-acquired diseases, and growing government efforts to increase the production of gloves. For instance, 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 the capacity of domestic production of nitrile gloves.

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