PVC vs. other polymers in medical devices
PVC is the single most used polymer in medical devices. PVC has a market share of 27% in Europe and 26% globally. It is estimated that PVC will retain its market position in the years to come.
PVC uses in medical devices and medical equipment
PVC is used in wide variety of medical applications – from blood bags over oxygen tubing and catheters to mattress covers. The largest share goes into medical bags, including blood bags, IV bags, dialysis bags and urine bags. The second largest segment is masks, including oxygen masks and aenesthetic masks, followed by tubing, gloves and kits. The remaining 70% is used for cathethers, drip chambers, transfusion sets, diagnostic equipment and many other applications.
Medical tubing
PVC is the single most used polymer for medical tubing globally with a market share of more than 50%.
Medical bags
PVC is the single most used polymer for medical tubing in Europe with a market share of 82%.
Recycling
