PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1828066
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An infrared thermometer is a sensor consisting of a lens that concentrates infrared (IR) energy onto a detector. This detector then transforms the energy into an electrical signal, which, after correction for ambient temperature variations, can be displayed in temperature units.
The primary products within the category of infrared thermometers include handheld infrared thermometers, pocket infrared thermometers, and fixed-mount infrared thermometers. Handheld infrared thermometers serve as temperature-sensing devices utilized across various industries and environments. They use electromagnetic radiation to obtain non-contact surface temperature readings and are employed at measurement points such as the ear, forehead, and multifunctionally for diverse applications in medical and veterinary fields. These thermometers are made available through retail stores and online channels for use by hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and other end-users.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp increase in U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the medical equipment sector, especially for imported components used in imaging machines, surgical-grade stainless steel, and disposable plastics. With hospitals and clinics pushing back against price increases, manufacturers are facing margin pressure. The situation is further complicated by regulatory challenges, as switching suppliers due to tariffs often necessitates re-certification of medical devices, leading to delays in market entry. In response, companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing key components, ramping up domestic production of standardized items, and accelerating research into more cost-effective materials.
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The infrared thermometers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.14 billion in 2024 to $2.25 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to emergency preparedness measures, remote sensing applications, cost-effectiveness, travel and transportation, consumer acceptance.
The infrared thermometers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.19 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to health and safety regulations, healthcare sector expansion, global health preparedness, increasing home use, demand in industrial and commercial sectors. Major trends in the forecast period include global health challenges, consumer preference for contactless technology, remote sensing applications, efficiency and cost-effectiveness, travel and public spaces.
The forecast of 9.1% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.3% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through supply chain disruptions for precision infrared sensors and medical-grade acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic housings, sourced from key regions such as China and Germany, which could lead to reduced fever screening capabilities and increased costs for public health monitoring.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The rise of infectious diseases globally is anticipated to drive the growth of the infrared thermometer market in the future. Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogens that invade the human body. Infrared thermometers serve as temperature measurement devices that facilitate mass screening during infectious disease pandemics, including the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, severe acute respiratory syndrome, the Ebola virus outbreak, and influenza A. For example, according to the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based national statistics institute, the infection rate in England increased for individuals aged 35 to 69 years and those in school years 12 to 24 by the end of the week ending December 9, 2022. In the week ending December 18, 2022, the hospital admission rate for confirmed COVID-19 patients in England rose to 9.56 per 100,000 individuals, while the admission rate to intensive care units (ICUs) and high dependency units (HDUs) reached 0.29 per 100,000 inhabitants. Thus, the rise in infectious diseases worldwide is propelling the growth of the infrared thermometer market.
An increase in COVID-19 cases is expected to enhance the growth of the infrared thermometer market in the coming years. COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus. COVID-19 cases refer to individuals diagnosed with the virus through laboratory testing of respiratory specimens, such as nasopharyngeal swabs or saliva samples. Infrared thermometers are utilized for non-contact temperature and fever screening in COVID-19 cases. These devices provide high-accuracy results and allow for rapid measurement of patients with COVID-19. For instance, in December 2023, The New York Times reported that the number of COVID-19 patients hospitalized in the USA rose from 133,600 in January 2021 to 158,826 in January 2022. Therefore, the increasing number of COVID-19 cases is driving the growth of the infrared thermometer market.
Leading companies in the infrared thermometer market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as Bluetooth-enabled infrared thermometers, to gain a competitive advantage. These advanced infrared thermometers offer quick and accurate results while enabling patients to automatically transmit their data to healthcare professionals. For example, in July 2023, Tenovi Co., a US-based innovator in remote patient monitoring solutions, launched a cellular-enabled infrared thermometer. This medical device employs Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) technology, allowing patients to automatically send real-time temperature readings to their healthcare providers. This functionality enables clinicians to utilize real-time temperature data for faster and more informed decision-making. The Tenovi thermometer delivers rapid temperature measurements in just one second and sends alerts to healthcare professionals, ensuring timely and effective care for patients in both postoperative and chronic care situations.
In October 2023, Pixsys Srl, an automation company based in Italy, formed a partnership with Calex Electronics Ltd to enhance non-contact temperature measurement solutions. This collaboration combines Calex's infrared sensors, which are suitable for various industrial applications, with Pixsys's instrumentation for effective temperature visualization and control. The integration aims to deliver efficient and reliable temperature detection across multiple sectors, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, and metalworking. Calex Electronics Ltd is a UK-based company specializing in infrared thermometers.
Major companies operating in the infrared thermometers market include OMRON Corporation, Braun GmbH, OMEGA Engineering Inc., HORIBA Ltd., PCE Deutschland GmbH, Weiss Instruments LLC, Thermomedics Inc., Microlife Corporation, Contec Medical Systems Co. Ltd., Fluke Corporation, Optris GmbH, Exergen Corporation, Geratherm Medical AG, PAUL HARTMANN AG, BPL Medical Technologies, American Diagnostic Corporation, Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd., General Tools & Instruments LLC, Hioki E.E. Corporation, Etekcity Corporation, Extech Instruments Corporation, Flir Systems Inc., Helect Inc., HoldPeak Electric Co. Ltd., iHealth Labs Inc., Infrared Cameras Inc., Kizen LLC, Klein Tools Inc., Lasergrip Technologies LLC
North America was the largest region in the infrared thermometers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the infrared thermometers market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The infrared thermometers market consists of sales of medical ear thermometers, canopy temperature thermometers, mercury axillary thermometers, and radiation coefficient thermometers. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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