Medical Shoe Covers Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Reusable and Disposable), By Material (Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Spunbond Meltblown Spunbond (SMS), and Others), By Product (Waterproof and Water-Resistant), By End-user (Hospital & Clinics, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

Medical shoe covers are an essential component of the personal protective equipment (PPE) used in healthcare settings, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, clean rooms, or other places where hygiene needs to be maintained or to prevent contamination. The medical shoe covers are worn over regular footwear to protect the wearer and the environment from spreading infectious agents and contaminants. Also, the shoe cover protects laboratory personnel from hazardous substances coming into contact with the feet.

Furthermore, the medical shoe covers are made of materials, such as non-woven fabrics, a blend of polyethylene, polypropylene, and spunbond meltblown spunbond (SMS). The development of advanced slip-resistant, waterproof covers increases the safety of the wearer and thus increases the adoption of medical shoe covers in dedicated areas.

Moreover, the market of medical shoe covers has witnessed tremendous growth, with the surge in the regulations for safety and standard maintenance of healthcare systems and surroundings. The increasing risk of contamination and rising cases of infectious diseases leads to the increased adoption of medical shoe covers in rooms where high sanitation standards are required. Such scenarios fuel the growth in the market.

Additionally, an increase in the number of research and development activities for the development of sustainable and reusable options for medical shoe cover products with high-quality standards propels the growth of the market.

• For instance, in July 2020, Loyal Textile Mills Limited launched Reusable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in collaboration with Reliance Industries India and HeiQ, Switzerland. The Viral Shield reusable PPE kit comprises a full head cover offering complete protection for the head, face, and neck region, as well as shoe covers up to the knee. Such launches of sustainable product lines for virus protection propels the growth of the market.

The presence of crucial players with advanced product offerings is expected to boost market growth. Also, the rising adoption of medical shoe covers in hospitals, manufacturing facilities, and diagnostics laboratories due to the implementation of stringent regulatory guidelines for the safety of individuals is expected to boost the growth of the market during the projected timeframe.

The COVID-19 pandemic positively impacted the medical shoe cover market. The rapid rise in the number of COVID-19 cases increased the demand for personal protective equipment to ensure the safety of healthcare workers and patients. The stricter infection control measures, quick expansion of the healthcare facilities, and heightened awareness led to the rising demand for PPE kits, including medical shoe covers, which boosted the market during the pandemic. Also, manufacturers focused on mass production of medical shoe covers and other PPE kits to fulfill the rising demand for infection control measures.

Additionally, in 2021, the market witnessed growth due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and the rising demand for protective gear, including medical shoe covers for the safety of healthcare personnel. Furthermore, the market growth stabilized in 2022 due to a sudden drop in the number of COVID-19 cases and a decline in the usage of medical shoe covers. However, the market is expected to maintain its growth due to the stringent regulatory guidelines and safety protocols in healthcare settings and in the manufacturing facilities of drugs and healthcare products. This scenario is expected to propel the growth of the marker during the forecast period.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Pricing Analysis, By Key Players
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, and Launches)
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

Analysis by Type

Based on type, the medical shoe cover market is segmented into reusable and disposable.

The disposable segment accounted for a significant share of the global medical shoe covers market in 2023. The disposable medical shoe covers are for single-use and need to be disposed of every single time after usage. The disposable shoe covers eliminate the need for cleaning and maintaining them, thus making them convenient for busy medical settings.

The disposable medical shoe covers reduce the probability of cross-contamination and infection spread since they are discarded after every single use, which thus reduces the chances of spread of infections from one patient to another. Also, the rising focus of regulatory bodies toward maintaining strict regulatory standards, particularly in clinical and pharmaceutical labs, manufacturing facilities, and hospitals, increased the usage of disposable shoe covers.

However, the utilization of disposable medical shoe covers significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic due to a rise in the number of cases and wider chances of spreading infections from one person to another. This boosted the usage of disposable medical shoe covers amid the pandemic and boosted the growth of the segment in the market.

Moreover, the increasing pharmaceutical and biotechnology research and development activities, healthcare facilities, and awareness regarding cross-contamination and safety protocols are expected to expand the market growth during the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

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The global market is geographically segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. North America dominated the medical shoe covers market in 2023. The region’s advanced healthcare facilities, with a vast network of hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory surgical centers with extensive infrastructure, create a significant demand for medical shoe covers to maintain hygiene and infection control standards.

Furthermore, the region has a high healthcare expenditure, stringent health and safety regulations, and a high level of awareness and training regarding infection control practices. Such scenarios contribute toward the growth of the market in the region. Moreover, the presence of key players who are engaged in strategic initiatives contributes to higher sales and growth of the medical shoe covers market in the region.

• For instance, in January 2023, SafeSource Direct, LLC, delivered 1.5 million shoe covers to the Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services. This demonstrated the company’s manufacturing capabilities of high-quality American-made personal protective equipment to fulfill the rising product demand. Such scenarios promote the growth of the region in the market.

On the other hand, Europe held a substantial share of the global medical shoe covers market. The growth of the region is owing to the presence of advanced healthcare facilities, coupled with the strong healthcare expenditure. Also, the rising awareness of personal protective types of equipment, including medical shoe covers for the safety of individuals and prevention of cross-contamination, promoted the growth of the region in the market during the forecast period.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of key players, such as KCWW (Kimberly Clark), Secured Medical Direction UK Co., Ltd., ISOL8 HEALTHCARE LTD, Cardinal Health, XO2 Pty Ltd, EkoMed Global Asia, DACH Schutzbekleidung GmbH & Co. KG, Medline Industries, LP., 3M, ANGIPLAST PRIVATE LIMITED., and DuPont de Nemours Inc..

Key Industry Developments

• In March 2021, Aspen Surgical acquired BlueMed Medical Supplies, a manufacturer of high-quality, cost-effective disposable shoe covers and other personal protection products. This acquisition strengthens the company’s disposable safety products portfolio.
• In February 2021, Health Professional Resources (HPR), a U.S.-based supplier engaged in supplying infection control services and products, medical grade disposable medical goods, and PPE, announced a manufacturing partnership with the South Asia-based MAS Holdings (MAS). The two players collaborated to launch a new line of PPE products, which includes medical shoe covers.
• In September 2020, according to the Penn State Health News report, the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center staff implemented strict ‘patient safety first’ protocols when cleaning patients and operating rooms. This included the wearing of additional PPE, such as medical shoe covers.
• In June 2020, Maruti Suzuki launched a new product range for Health and Hygiene’ under Maruti Suzuki Genuine Accessories (MSGA). The MSGA PPE range includes shoe covers, hand gloves, a three-ply face mask, protective goggles, and a face shield visor.