Global Biohazard Bags Market Trends, Forecast Report 2025-2037
Biohazard Bags Market size is projected to grow from USD 430.4 million to USD 750.1 million, witnessing a CAGR of over 6.1% during the forecast period, between 2025 and 2037. In 2025, the industry size of biohazard bags is estimated at USD 450.5 million.
The rising cases of healthcare-associated infections (HAI) around the world are driving demand for efficient hygiene management, fueling demand in the market. According to a report from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), more than 4.3 million hospitalizations were recorded in Germany due to infectious waste-related ailments by 2025, up by 12.1% from 2020. Similarly, in 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) observed a 9.4% growth in contagious disease admissions. Furthermore, the WHO revealed that approximately 0.5 kg of hazardous waste was being generated from each hospital bed every day in 2023, where 15.2-25.1% were classified as infectious waste. Thus, the piling burden of biohazards due to healthcare activities is creating a surge in this sector.
The heightened cost of manufacturing materials and elongated approval process often create pricing pressure in the market. This also describes the downstream flow of production budget extension, pushing companies to innovate more cost-effective manufacturing methods and solutions. For instance, in 2023, a 4.3% year-over-year (YoY) rise was witnessed in the producer price index (PPI) for plastic film and sheet manufacturing due to the increased expense on key components. Simultaneously, the consumer price index (CPI) for medical waste management services grew by an annual 4.1% rise, caused by stricter disposal regulations and elevated logistics expenses, as per the 2024 report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
