Medical Device Cleaning Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Product (Instruments (Washer/Disinfectors, Sterilizers, Cleaners, and Others) and Solutions (Detergents, Disinfectants, Enzymes, and Others)), By Method (Manual Cleaning, Automated Cleaning, and Others), By Process (Cleaning, Disinfection, and Sterilization), By End User (Hospitals & Clinics, Diagnostic Imaging Laboratories, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

The global medical device cleaning market is expected to grow significantly owing to the rising number of surgical procedures. The growing elderly population is impelling the demand for the system. Medical devices cleaning is a procedure used to keep the equipment clean and uncontaminated. They play an essential role in maintaining various tools and equipment that are meticulously cleaned and disinfected.

• According to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), approximately 73% healthcare instruments firms comprise less than 20 employees.

There are various products which are available in both types of mode, online and offline. They are helpful in maintaining the cleanliness of therapeutic devices. One must be careful from bio-hazardous material exposure while cleaning devices. Hence, increasing concern for individual health is fueling market growth.

• According to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), about 40% of sales of the products in the therapeutic toot industry are accounted for by the U.S.

Medical Device Cleaning Market Driver

Rising Prevalence of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) and Increase in Surgical Procedures Boost Market Growth

The growing attributes for market expansion is the increasing cases of hospital acquired infections. This type of infection has raised concern over susceptibility of various diseases, caused by drug-resistance pathogens, bloodborne pathogens, and other infectious agents. They majorly happened in operating rooms. Hence, there is a rising emphasis on following robust cleaning protocols for safety of the equipment.

• According to the International Trade Administration, a wide range of products from tongue depressors to complex programmable pacemakers are produced by the U.S. healthcare sector.

Furthermore, there is an increasing rate of surgical procedures worldwide which is impelling demand for the therapeutic tools. Rising corpulence rate among people is impelling demand for cardiovascular and orthopedic treatment. This factor is fueling requirements for effective solutions. Additionally, numerous healthcare organizations and governments are employing strict policies and rules for reprocessing of therapeutic equipment. Hence, it is compelling healthcare institutes to adopt and practice advanced cleaning methods.

Medical Device Cleaning Market Restraint

Complex Cleaning Procedure and High Cost of Advanced Cleaning Equipment Hinder Market Growth

The limiting factor that may impede market growth is cleaning advanced devices efficiently is highly complex. Certain checkup equipment has sophisticated designs and may be prone to get contaminated or not properly cleaned.  Additionally, the reprocessing health check gadgets reduce costs; however, safety concerns about the cleaning process may lead to surgical-site infections (SSIs). This issue gets exacerbated, hence hampering market growth.

Furthermore, the high cost requirement for advanced cleaning equipment decreases demand for the system. For implementing cleaning technologies, there is high investment required. Therefore, it deters small firms and institutions to install the system that have budget constraints. Additionally, proper reprocessing of devices needs trained staff for efficient cleaning. The lack of skilled personnel may hinder adoption of advanced cleaning systems, hindering market growth.

Medical Device Cleaning Market Opportunity

Technological Advancements and Eco-friendly Cleaning Agents Create Opportunity for market Expansion

One of the significant opportunities that have potential to increase market reach is the incorporation of advanced technologies. These developments assist automated and more capable sterilization processes and thus offer great avenues for market progress. The implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI)-based machinery are enhancing hygiene and safety.

• According to the International Trade Administration, a significant amount of investment is done in research and development by the U.S. medicinal instrument industries for production for high-quality products using advanced technologies.

Furthermore, the rising concern toward environmental impact of the products, there is a growing trend of implementing green cleaning agents in the healthcare sectors. These ecological sustainable solutions are attracting many organizations, which amplifies demand for the products. Additionally, the growing healthcare infrastructure in emerging regions is fostering market growth. They are also fueling demand for the cleaning agent to provide patient safe and clean devices for treatment and are pushing demand for the solutions.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Rising Hospital-Acquired Infections and Surgical Procedures Impel Market Growth
• Advanced Technologies in System, by Key Countries
• Drivers, Restraints, Trends, and Opportunities
• Investment Strategies Adopted by Key Players
• Consolidated SWOT Analysis of Key Players
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships)

Segmentation

Analysis by Product

Based on product type, the medical device cleaning market is divided into instruments (washer/disinfectors, sterilizers, cleaners, and others) and solutions (detergents, disinfectants, enzymes, and others).

The instrument is anticipated to grow notably in this segment. It is driven by its utilization to clean and disinfect various tools. The rising venture in advanced cleaning solutions and methods are boosting the segment growth.

Analysis by Method

Based on method, the medical device cleaning market is divided into manual cleaning, automated cleaning, and others.

Manual cleaning is the dominating segment due to the use of traditional methods. It is a cost effective method and widely used in many healthcare settings, especially in small organizations with limited resources.

The automated cleaning method is expected to grow at a fast pace. It is caused by the utilization of advanced technologies to disinfect equipment and offer consistent and reliable results. They are used for decreasing the risk of human error and ensuring a high level of sanitation.

Analysis by Process

Based on process, the medical device cleaning market is divided into cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization.

The disinfectants segment holds the major market revenues, driven by its usage in diverse reprocessing steps. They are classified as bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. They are selected depending on the type of equipment.

The sterilization segment is projected to grow in the market owing to its widespread use in removal of any microorganism from instruments. They are usually used in hospital settings and are increasing demand for this process.

Analysis by End User

Based on end user, the medical device cleaning market is divided into hospitals & clinics, diagnostic imaging laboratories, and others.

The hospitals & clinics segment leading the market, driven by the rising number of this type of infrastructure worldwide. Rising cardiovascular diseases increased consumption of diverse medicinal tools, which is escalating demand for this segment.

The diagnostic imaging laboratories are projected to grow in the market due to the different tests and analyses practices that require the use of specialized instruments and equipment. The increasing demand for laboratory services and rising focus on maintaining sterile environments is impelling market growth.

Regional Analysis

Based on geography, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America dominates the market due to the existence of top manufacturing companies. The availability of a wide range of contamination control capabilities is fueling market expansion. The presence of high infrastructure healthcare facilities adopting the system is impelling market growth. Furthermore, strict government regulation standards regarding hygiene, forcing institutes to implement the system, and as a result escalating demand for the clean-up agents.

Europe is witnessing significant market growth, driven by rapid adoption of superior clean-up technologies by the healthcare system. Rising importance of minimizing HAIs augmented demand for efficient solutions. Rising government initiatives to promote clean and safe devices are fostering market growth.

The Asia Pacific region is experiencing the fastest growing region in the market due to the rising awareness regarding infection impediment and control measures. Rapid development of healthcare facilities in developing countries is escalating demand for the solutions. Additionally, wide presences of various voluntary ­organizations are increasing attention to improving infection control standards bolstering market expansion.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• STERIS plc (Ireland)
• Getinge (Sweden)
• ASP (France)
• Ruhof Corporation (U.S.)
• Sklar (U.S.)
• Metrex Research, LLC (U.S.)
• Young Innovations, Inc. (U.S.)
• Ecolab (U.S.)

Key Industry Developments

• In July 2023, Olympus unveiled its new tool, the ETD Endoscope Washer Disinfector. The tool offers an augment efficiency and sustainability of endoscope reprocessing.
• In June 2023, STERIS plc acquired Becton, Dickinson and Company, which provides the surgical instrumentation platform to boost infection prevention product range.
• In January 2021, STERIS signed an agreement to purchase Cantel Medical with an objective to amplify its range of infection preclusion products and services.