Hydrogel Market Size 2024-2028: Growth, Trends, and Key Players

The hydrogel market is forecast to grow by USD 10.72 billion at a CAGR of 7.2% between 2023 and 2028. The growth of this market is driven by its increasing applications across industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, personal care, and agriculture, offering unique properties such as water retention and biodegradability. Hydrogels are also gaining traction in 3D printing technologies, wound care, and drug delivery systems, promising long-term market viability.

For more details about the industry, get the PDF sample report for free

Market Segmentation

The hydrogel market is segmented based on material, type, and geography.

By Material

• Synthetic: Synthetic hydrogels, which are derived from chemically synthesized polymers like polyacrylamide and polyvinyl alcohol, are expected to witness significant growth. These hydrogels have tunable properties and are widely used in medical applications, including wound care and drug delivery systems.
• Natural: Derived from natural sources, these hydrogels are used in tissue engineering and biomedical applications, offering biocompatibility.
• Hybrid: A combination of synthetic and natural hydrogels, providing benefits of both.

By Type

• Semi-crystalline
• Amorphous
• Crystalline

By Geography

• North America
  • US
• APAC
  • China
  • Japan
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
• South America
• Middle East and Africa

Market Dynamics

Drivers

1. Raising Awareness of Personal Care and Hygiene
   Hydrogels are gaining popularity due to their remarkable absorbent properties. They are widely used in personal care products, including baby diapers, sanitary pads, and adult incontinence products, providing comfort and moisture retention. The increasing demand for hygiene and comfort products drives market growth.

Trends

2. Integration of Hydrogels into 3D Printing Technologies
   Hydrogel-based 3D printing is becoming a transformative trend, particularly in pharmaceutical applications like drug delivery and wound care. The ability of hydrogels to mimic the extracellular matrix makes them ideal for tissue engineering and bioprinting, offering a sustainable solution for advanced applications in biomedicine.

Challenges

3. Stringent Regulatory Requirements
   The medical field's reliance on hydrogels for drug delivery and wound care faces challenges due to strict regulatory approvals. Compliance with standards from agencies like the FDA and EMA increases the time and costs associated with bringing hydrogel-based products to market.

Get more details by ordering the complete report

Key Players

• 3M Co.
• Alliqua Biomedical Inc.
• Ashland Inc.
• B.Braun SE
• Bristol Myers Squibb Co.
• Cardinal Health Inc.
• Coloplast AS
• Dow Chemical Co.
• Essity AB
• Evonik Industries AG
• Integra Lifesciences Corp.
• Johnson and Johnson
• Koninklijke DSM NV
• Medline Industries LP
• Medtronic Plc
• Paul Hartmann AG
• Procyon Corp.
• Smith and Nephew plc
• The Cooper Companies Inc.
• Axelgaard Manufacturing Co. Ltd.

Recent Developments

• January 2024: Medtronic Plc made strides in the hydrogel market by expanding its medical device offerings that incorporate hydrogels for wound healing applications.
• December 2023: 3M Co. announced the launch of a new hydrogel-based wound dressing aimed at improving patient comfort and accelerating healing times.
• November 2023: Dow Chemical Co. unveiled a breakthrough in eco-friendly hydrogel production, focusing on sustainability and reducing environmental impact.