PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1941552
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1941552
The global terminal sterilization services market size was estimated at USD 14.05 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 25.54 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.82% from 2026 to 2033. The increasing global prevalence of healthcare-associated infections and the rising number of surgical procedures are the primary driving factors contributing to the market growth.
The increasing prevalence of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is projected to significantly contribute to the growth of the terminal sterilization services industry. Hospitals & Clinics are under continuous pressure to improve sterilization standards to prevent infections caused by inadequately sterilized equipment. For instance, according to data released by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, a European Union Agency in May 2024, approximately 4.3 million hospitalized patients across the EU and European Economic Area (EEA) are affected by HAIs annually. These infections pose serious health risks and place a significant strain on healthcare systems.
Furthermore, in January 2024, a study published by ScienceDirect estimated that approximately 1.7 million patients are affected by HAIs each year in the U.S., with these infections responsible for an estimated 99,000 deaths annually. This reflects a serious public health concern and highlights the financial and operational burden placed on hospitals and healthcare systems. As a result, healthcare providers and regulatory authorities are placing increased emphasis on terminal sterilization services processes to ensure product sterility and reduce infection risk.
Terminal sterilization, performed after packaging, ensures microbial inactivation, making it an essential step in infection prevention protocols. The escalating demand for effective infection control measures due to the growing incidence of healthcare-associated infections is anticipated to significantly propel the industry.
Another major factor driving the terminal sterilization services market growth is the increasing number of surgical procedures in hospitals. For instance, according to the Eurostat report, the two most common surgical operations and procedures performed in EU hospitals are cataract surgery and caesarean sections.
Global Terminal Sterilization Services Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global terminal sterilization services market report on the basis of product, method, end use, and region: