Disposable medical device is a very important part of the total medical device industry. For the last few years disposable market is growing continuously and showing a bright growth trend in near future. Needles and syringes are most on-demand product segment of disposable medical device market. Other segments of the market are also showing positive growth trends like disposable gloves, surgical gowns, and shoe covers.

United States is the largest market for disposable medical devices closely followed by Europe and Asia. In US disposable medical device market is growing with a declining growth rate for the last 5-6 years. Germany is the largest market in the European region; United Kingdom also represents a strong market for disposable medical devices.

Bulk and pre-filled syringes are two major categories of the total syringes; pre-filled syringes demand is increasing day by day and has become a major factor of growing syringes market. Contract manufacturers play an important role in this industry. Their specialization in a particular field minimizes the cost and enhances the quality of the product. Ageing population is one of the important contributors in increasing the market of disposable medical devices. Increasing heath expenditures are also one of the key growth drivers.

Market trends are showing positive signs for syringes market with growing technologies. Three leading players represent a major portion of the market, Johnson & Johnson is the global market leader, followed by Glaxosmithkeline (GSK) and Becton, Dickinson but GSK does not directly deals in this market. Covidien also deals in the same market and is a leading player.

The report analyses the total disposable medical device market with focus on syringes. It compares syringes segments, RTF and bulk syringes by value and volume. The report also analyzes major markets such as United States, Germany, UK, Italy, and Russia. The report discuses the major growth drivers and market trends. It also profiles the major players with discussion of their business strategies.

1. Industry Overview

1.1 Industry Structure

2. Global Disposable Medical Device Market

2.1 Medical Device

Market Value
Market Growth

2.2 Medical Disposables Market

Market Demand
Syringes Market

3. Geographical Distribution

3.1 United States Disposable Medical Device Market

Market Growth
Product Segmentation
 
3.2 European Union Disposable Medical Device Market

Imports Statistics
Exports Statistics

3.3 Germany Disposable Medical Device Market

Production of Disposable Medical Devices
Product Segmentation

3.4 United Kingdom Disposable Medical Device Market

Production of Disposable Medical Devices
Imports Statistics

3.5 Italy Disposable Medical Device Market

Production of Disposable Medical Devices
Imports Statistics

3.6 Russia Disposable Medical Device Market

Disposable Syringe Market

4. Industry Analysis

4.1 Market Drivers

4.1.1 China to Create New Opportunities for Non-woven Industry
4.1.2 Expenditure on Healthcare and Medical Consumption
4.1.3 Technological Advancements
4.1.4 Upgrading Infection Prevention Safeguards
4.1.5 Ageing Population Driving Industry Growth

4.2 Market Trends

4.2.1 Dynamics of Surgical Gloves Market in Europe
4.2.2 Barriers to Sustainability
4.2.3 Growth in Contract Manufacturing

5. Competitive Landscape

5.1 Competitors in United States
5.2 Competitors in Japan

6. Company Profiles

6.1 Johnson & Johnson

Overview
Business Strategies
Large Product Portfolio Continues to Grow
Accelerate Investment in Emerging Markets

6.2 Covidien

Overview
Business Strategies
Scale, Product Diversity and Reach
New Developments through Innovations
Acquisitions Driving Growth

6.3 Becton, Dickinson & Co.

Overview
Business Strategies
Strategic Acquisitions
Innovation and Product Development

7. Market Outlook

List of Tables

Disposable Medical Plastic Market Demand by Application (2005/06/11E)
EU Imports & Leading Suppliers of Medical Disposables (2002-06)
Medical Devices & Disposables Import/Export from Developing Countries (2006)
Imports and Leading Suppliers in the UK (2002-06)
Imports and Leading Suppliers in Italy (2002-06)
Major Japanese Disposable Medical Device Players
J&J Business Segment Revenue (2005-07)
Covidien Net Sales by Segment (2005-07)
Becton, Dickinson & Co. Business Segment Revenues (2006-08)
Syringes Market Segments and Growth (2007-12E)

List of Charts

Industry Structure
Global Medical Device Market (2006)
Global Medical Device Market Growth (2006)
Units of Syringes Worldwide (2007)
Global Syringes Market Distribution (2007)
Global Market Growth of Pre-filled Syringes (2006-10E)
Disposable Medical Device Market Growth in US (2000-06)
U.S. Medical Disposable Demand by Product Group (2006)
German Production of Medical Devices & Disposables (2002-06)
Germany Disposable Medical Device Product Segments (2006)
UK Production of Medical Devices and Disposables (2002-06)
Italian Production of Medical Devices and Disposables (2002-06)
Russian Disposable Syringe Market (2006)
Russia - Disposable Syringe Production, Imports, Exports by Volume (2006)
Russia - Disposable Syringe Production, Imports, Exports by Value (2006)
U.S. Health Expenditures Aggregate (2002-06)
Market Growth for Self-Injection Devices (2006-10E)
Population Aged 55 and Older in United States (2006/11E)
Surgical Disposables Market in Europe by Region (2006)
US Leading Players Market Share (2006)