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Catheter introducer sheaths are medical tools utilized during interventional procedures to aid in the insertion and positioning of catheters within the vascular system or other bodily cavities. These sheaths typically comprise a hollow tube equipped with a dilator and hemostasis valve, intended to create a safe conduit for catheters while reducing the risks of vascular damage, bleeding, and infection.
The primary types of catheter introducer sheaths are integrated introducer sheaths and separate introducer sheaths. Integrated introducer sheaths serve the purpose of facilitating the smooth insertion and placement of catheters or other medical instruments into blood vessels or body cavities. These devices find applications in fields such as cardiology, vascular interventions, and neurology, with end users including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and other healthcare facilities.
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 catheter introducer sheaths market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.3 billion in 2024 to $1.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for improved patient safety, enhanced imaging modalities, demand for vascular access, and feedback from healthcare providers.
The catheter introducer sheaths market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.02 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of interventional procedures, rise in minimally invasive surgery, aging population, and demand for safety and efficacy. Major trends in the forecast period include clinical research and evidence-based medicines, improvements in imaging technologies, miniaturization and integration, integration with imaging technologies, and value-based healthcare models.
The forecast of 9.1% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.8% 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 radiopaque marker bands and hydrophilic coating solutions, sourced from key regions such as Ireland and South Korea, which could lead to reduced interventional radiology capacity and increased vascular access costs.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 rising prevalence of cardiovascular disease is expected to drive the growth of the catheter introducer sheaths market in the coming years. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a range of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. The increasing rates of CVD are attributed to factors such as aging populations, unhealthy lifestyles, growing obesity rates, socioeconomic influences, and better detection methods. Catheter introducer sheaths are essential for managing cardiovascular diseases, as they provide safe and effective access to the heart and blood vessels for diagnostic and interventional procedures. For example, in June 2024, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), an independent government agency, reported that approximately 144,000 individuals were diagnosed with heart failure in 2022. Additionally, CVD affected 1.3 million adults, contributing to nearly 12% of the national disease burden and an estimated loss of 666,000 healthy life years in 2023. As a result, the growing prevalence of cardiovascular disease is fueling the demand for catheter introducer sheaths.
Key players in the catheter introducer sheaths market are focused on developing innovative technologies, such as the multi-access blood control septum, to enhance procedural efficiency, reduce complications, and improve patient outcomes. The multi-access blood control septum is a specialized technology integrated into catheter introducer sheaths, enabling multiple access points while maintaining controlled blood flow. For instance, in October 2023, B. Braun SE introduced the Introcan Safety 2 IV Catheter with multi-access blood control, designed to improve safety for clinicians during IV access procedures. This catheter features a blood control mechanism that minimizes the risk of blood exposure with each hub access, offering automatic protection against needlestick injuries and bloodborne pathogens. Additionally, it incorporates Double Flashback Technology for quick visual confirmation of successful vessel puncture, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of IV access procedures.
In October 2022, Cordis acquired MedAlliance, combining Cordis's global reach with MedAlliance's innovative SELUTION SLRTM technology, a unique drug delivery system for treating artery diseases. Cordis is a US-based manufacturer of interventional vascular medical devices, while MedAlliance is a Switzerland-based company specializing in catheter introducer sheaths. This acquisition reflects the industry's focus on leveraging advanced technologies to address the evolving needs of cardiovascular care.
Major companies operating in the catheter introducer sheaths market are Johnson & Johnson Services Inc., Abbott Laboratories, Medtronic plc, Becton Dickinson and Company, Boston Scientific Corporation, Terumo Corporation, Edwards Lifesciences Corporation, Smiths Medical International Limited, Teleflex Incorporated, Beijing Lepu Medical Technology Co. Ltd., Integer Holdings Corporation, Merit Medical Systems Inc., Penumbra Inc., C. R. Bard Inc., Asahi Intecc Co. Ltd., AngioDynamics Inc., Argon Medical Devices Inc., Cordis Corporation, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Oscor Inc., BrosMed Medical Co. Ltd., Galt Medical Corp., SCITECH Medical Products (Hefei) Co. Ltd., Vascular Solutions Inc., Cook Incorporated
North America was the largest region in the catheter introducer sheaths market in 2024. The regions covered in the catheter introducer sheaths market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the catheter introducer sheaths market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The catheter introducer sheaths market consists of sales of standard introducer sheaths, hydrophilic-coated introducer sheaths, radial artery introducer sheaths, pediatric introducer sheaths and hemostatic introducer sheaths. 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.
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