PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1829692
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1829692
Enteral feeding tube equipment consists of medical devices designed to deliver nutrition directly into the digestive tract of patients who cannot eat by mouth. These devices provide essential nutrients, fluids, and medications to individuals with conditions that hinder their ability to consume food normally, such as severe illnesses, neurological disorders, or gastrointestinal issues.
The primary types of enteral feeding tube equipment include gastrostomy tubes, nasoenteric tubes, and others. A gastrostomy tube, commonly known as a G-tube, is a medical device inserted through the abdominal wall directly into the stomach. It is primarily used to provide nutrition, hydration, and medication to individuals who cannot consume food orally due to various medical conditions. The applications of enteral feeding tube equipment span across oncology, gastroenterology, neurology, diabetes, and other fields, and it is used by a range of end-users, including hospitals, home care settings, ambulatory care settings, and others.
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 enteral feeding tube equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.64 billion in 2024 to $2.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rising incidence of chronic diseases, increasing elderly population, growing awareness of nutritional needs, expansion of home healthcare services, and improvements in healthcare infrastructure.
The enteral feeding tube equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.59 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing prevalence of gastrointestinal disorders, growing demand for home-based healthcare solutions, rising geriatric population, expanding global healthcare access, and increasing adoption of enteral nutrition in clinical settings. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in medical technology, integration of smart technology, growth in minimally invasive procedures, expansion of the home care market, and development of personalized nutrition solutions.
The forecast of 6.4% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% 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 anti-reflux valves and radiographically detectable tubing, sourced from key regions such as the Netherlands and Taiwan, which could lead to compromised enteral nutrition delivery and increased hospital supply expenses.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 increasing incidence of chronic diseases is expected to drive the growth of the enteral feeding tube equipment market. Chronic diseases are long-lasting health conditions that develop gradually, persist over time, and often require ongoing medical management. The rise in chronic diseases is attributed to factors such as aging populations, sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary habits, increasing obesity rates, and the prevalence of risk factors such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Enteral feeding tube equipment is essential for providing nutrition directly to patients who cannot eat by mouth due to conditions such as cancer, neurological disorders, or severe gastrointestinal issues, ensuring they receive necessary nutrients and medications for continued care and treatment. For example, in April 2022, the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) reported that nearly 60% of adults have at least one chronic disease, and about 40% have multiple chronic conditions (MCC). Additionally, the economic burden of chronic diseases in the US is projected to reach $2 trillion annually, or $8,600 per person by 2030. Thus, the rising incidence of chronic diseases is fueling the growth of the enteral feeding tube equipment market.
Key players in the enteral feeding tube equipment market are concentrating on developing innovative products, such as enteral feeding systems, to improve the accuracy, safety, and ease of tube placement and monitoring for patients requiring enteral nutrition. An enteral feeding system is a medical device designed to deliver nutrition directly into the gastrointestinal tract, usually via a tube, for patients who cannot eat or swallow food safely. For example, in September 2023, Cardinal Health, a U.S.-based healthcare company specializing in medical products and services, introduced the Kangaroo OMNI Enteral Feeding Pump. This advanced device is tailored to offer personalized enteral feeding solutions, enabling the delivery of thick, homogenized, and blended formulas. The Kangaroo OMNI enhances patient care by providing portability, ease of use, and the ability to monitor feeding history, effectively meeting the needs of patients transitioning from hospital to home.
In July 2024, Amsino Medical Group Company, a US-based medical device developer, acquired enteral feeding pump products from Alcor Scientific for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Amsino's product portfolio and market position in the enteral feeding sector by integrating advanced solutions and expanding its offerings. Alcor Scientific Inc. is a US-based company specializing in medical devices and equipment for infusion therapy and enteral feeding.
Major companies operating in the enteral feeding tube equipment market are Cardinal Health Inc., Johnson & Johnson Services Inc., Fresenius Kabi AG, Abbott Laboratories, Medtronic plc, Danone S.A., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Baxter International Inc., B. Braun Melsungen AG, Nestle Health Science, Terumo Corporation, C.R. Bard Inc., Smiths Medical India Pvt. Ltd., Coloplast A/S, Moog Inc., Cook Medical Inc., ConvaTec Group plc, Hollister Incorporated, Halyard Health Inc., Amsino International Inc., Vygon SA, Hart Medical Equipment, Alcor Scientific, Zevex Inc.
North America was the largest region in the enteral feeding tube equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the enteral feeding tube equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the enteral feeding tube equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The enteral feeding tube equipment market consists of sales of feeding tubes, adapter connectors, syringes, and nutritional formulas. 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.
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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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