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Global Intermittent Catheters Market Research Report - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2033)

Published Aug 13, 2025
Length 217 Pages
SKU # LOOK20514431

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Definition and Scope:

Intermittent catheters are medical devices used to manage urinary retention or to assist individuals with bladder dysfunction in emptying their bladders. Unlike indwelling catheters, which remain in the bladder, intermittent catheters are inserted only when needed for catheterization and are then removed.

With the development of modern science and technology and the increasing average life span and aging trend of the world's population, the scope of application of medical catheters such as intermittent catheters in modern medical diagnosis and treatment and home care will continue to expand and their importance will continue to increase. The future development of the industry The potential is huge. More and more new materials, new technologies and new processes are used in the production and manufacturing of medical catheters. Clinical medical technology, polymer materials science, bionics, bioengineering, precision instruments and advanced manufacturing technology are widely used in the medical catheter industry. Intermittent catheters are using new materials, such as hydrophilic coatings, antibiotic coatings, and ultra-slippery antibacterial coatings to solve the problems of past catheters.

The global Intermittent Catheters market size is projected to reach US$ 2669.55 Million by 2029 from US$ 2045.10 million in 2022 at a CAGR of 3.96% during 2023-2029. The increasing prevalence of urological diseases is the core driver of market development. Urinary tract disorders cover a variety of conditions, including urinary incontinence, neurogenic bladder, urinary retention and urinary tract disorders. These conditions often require the use of intermittent catheters to control and relieve symptoms. Intermittent urinary catheters provide a highly effective solution to continuous drainage catheters, prevent urinary tract infections, and help improve urinary incontinence in some patients. The aging of the global population is an important factor driving the increasing prevalence of urinary tract diseases and urinary incontinence. The global population aging trend will continue in the future, and the increase in the total medical expenses of the elderly will drive the growing demand for medical care products in the next 10-15 years. The demand for basic medical equipment such as intermittent catheters and other medical catheters will also continue to grow.

The increasing incidence of prostate cancer is also a significant driving force for the intermittent catheter market. Intermittent catheters are often used by patients after a prostatectomy or during cancer treatment to control urinary problems. On the other hand, the reimbursement amount and coverage of medical insurance for residents around the world are also showing an upward trend. Preferential reimbursement policies offered by insurance companies and government health plans make intermittent catheters more accessible and affordable for patients. These policies reduce the financial burden on patients and promote continued catheter usage, thus promoting market growth. Additionally, trends in ambulatory care and increasing awareness of healthcare will lead to an increase in the number of intermittent catheter users.

At the same time, intense price competition among intermittent catheter manufacturers has led to a lack of awareness among many patients and healthcare providers about intermittent catheterization, its limitations, and its complications. This will hinder the development of the intermittent urinary catheter market.

Segment by Type, the Intermittent Catheters can be split into PVC Intermittent Catheters, Silicone Intermittent Catheters, etc. Latex Intermittent Catheters still occupies the highest market share, and has reached 34.84% in 2022. Latex intermittent catheters have a long history of use in the medical field. They were among the first materials used for catheters, and healthcare professionals and patients have long been familiar with them. Latex intermittent catheters are also generally more cost-effective than alternative materials such as silicone. Latex catheters are known for their flexibility and ease of insertion. This makes them suitable for a variety of patient situations, especially those requiring intermittent catheterization. The flexibility of latex catheters provides comfort during insertion. At the same time, latex intermittent catheters are widely used and there is a well-established supply chain for these products.

According to the application population, intermittent catheters can be divided into Male Patients, Female Patients, and Children. Currently, the market share of the Male Patients department is 58.48%, which is higher than the 36.92% of the Female Patients department and 4.60% of the Children department. The prevalence of urinary tract disorders, such as urinary retention and incontinence, is higher in men than in women and children. This results in more male patients requiring intermittent catheterization. Men have longer urethras and are more susceptible to prostate-related urinary problems, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer. These conditions can block urine flow, leading to a higher likelihood of urinary retention, which often requires intermittent catheterization. Additionally, while urinary incontinence can affect both men and women, certain types of urinary incontinence, such as overflow incontinence, are more common in men due to underlying urinary tract disease. This increases the need for catheters in male patients.

On basis of geography, the Intermittent Catheters market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa, etc. In 2022, the North America market contributed the highest revenue and has occupied 34.42% market share. North America has a highly advanced and developed healthcare infrastructure that provides easy access to healthcare facilities, ensuring patients have access to a wide range of medical products, including intermittent catheters. The North American market has several leading intermittent catheter manufacturers and suppliers, forming a competitive landscape that promotes product innovation and accessibility. On the other hand, the market size of the Asia-Pacific market will expand at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, reaching 6.89%. The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing demographic changes, with an increasing elderly population. This demographic trend is associated with a higher prevalence of urological disorders requiring intermittent catheterization. As the elderly population increases, so does the market for these devices. At the same time, many countries in the Asia-Pacific region have been increasing healthcare spending to improve healthcare infrastructure and accessibility. This includes investment in urology care and the availability of intermittent catheters.

According to our calculations, the Manufacturers Market Concentration Ratio, HHI and CR of the Intermittent Catheters are 59.41% and 10.18% respectively. This means that the top manufacturers collectively control a considerable market share, but the overall market concentration is low and manufacturers are in the midst of fierce competition. The global market is dominated by a few major industry players. These companies focus on strategies such as acquisitions and partnerships to consolidate their market share and expand their customer base. Key players implement several strategies to maintain a competitive edge and increase their market share in the industry. Major players in the market include ConvaTec, Coloplast, Becton Dickinson, Wellspect HealthCare AB, Hollister Incorporated, Welllead, B.Braun, Medline Industries, Cook Medical, Teleflex, Boston Scientific, Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd., CompactCath, Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc., Cure Medical, Nantong Angel Medical Instruments Co.,LTD.

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Intermittent Catheters market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges.

Report Framework and Key Highlights:

Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.

Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market.

Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments.

Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis

Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry.

Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033.

This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for:

Industry players

Investors

Researchers

Consultants

Business strategists

And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Intermittent Catheters market.

Global Intermittent Catheters Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights

This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Intermittent Catheters market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales.

By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment.

Global Intermittent Catheters Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Companies Profiled

ConvaTec

Coloplast

Becton Dickinson

Wellspect HealthCare AB

Hollister Incorporated

Welllead

B.Braun

Medline Industries

Cook Medical

Teleflex

Boston Scientific

Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd.

CompactCath

Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc.

Cure Medical

Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD

Market Segmentation by Type

PVC Intermittent Catheters

Silicone Intermittent Catheters

Latex Intermittent Catheters

Others

Market Segmentation by Application

Male Patients

Female Patients

Children

Geographic Segmentation

North America: United States, Canada, Mexico

Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia.

Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand

South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia.

Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA

Report Framework and Chapter Summary

Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition

This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis.

Chapter 2: Executive Summary

This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Intermittent Catheters Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term.

Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment

This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance.

Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape

This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors.

Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis

These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets.

Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type

This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities.

Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application

This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets.

Chapter 13: Company Profiles

This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy.

Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis

This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem.

Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions

The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters.

Table of Contents

217 Pages
1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports
1.1 Intermittent Catheters Market Definition
1.2 Intermittent Catheters Market Segments
1.2.1 Segment by Type
1.2.2 Segment by Application
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size
2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type
2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application
2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography
3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
3.1 Key Takeway
3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
3.3 Market Drivers
3.4 Market Restraints
3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
4 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Competitive Landscape
4.1 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.3 Intermittent Catheters Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
4.4 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans
4.5 Mergers & Acquisitions
5 Global Intermittent Catheters Market by Region
5.1 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Region
5.1.1 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Region
5.1.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size Market Share by Region
5.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales by Region
5.2.1 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales by Region
5.2.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales Market Share by Region
6 North America Market Overview
6.1 North America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Country
6.1.1 USA Market Overview
6.1.2 Canada Market Overview
6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview
6.2 North America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Type
6.3 North America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Application
6.4 Top Players in North America Intermittent Catheters Market
7 Europe Market Overview
7.1 Europe Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Country
7.1.1 Germany Market Overview
7.1.2 France Market Overview
7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview
7.1.4 Italy Market Overview
7.1.5 Spain Market Overview
7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview
7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview
7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview
7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview
7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview
7.1.11 Russia Market Overview
7.2 Europe Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Type
7.3 Europe Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Application
7.4 Top Players in Europe Intermittent Catheters Market
8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview
8.1 Asia-Pacific Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Country
8.1.1 China Market Overview
8.1.2 Japan Market Overview
8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview
8.1.4 India Market Overview
8.1.5 Australia Market Overview
8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview
8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview
8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview
8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview
8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview
8.1.11 Rest of APAC Market Overview
8.2 Asia-Pacific Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Type
8.3 Asia-Pacific Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Application
8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Intermittent Catheters Market
9 South America Market Overview
9.1 South America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Country
9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview
9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview
9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview
9.2 South America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Type
9.3 South America Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Application
9.4 Top Players in South America Intermittent Catheters Market
10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview
10.1 Middle East and Africa Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Country
10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
10.1.2 UAE Market Overview
10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview
10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview
10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview
10.2 Middle East and Africa Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Type
10.3 Middle East and Africa Intermittent Catheters Market Size by Application
10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Intermittent Catheters Market
11 Intermittent Catheters Market Segmentation by Type
11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
11.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.3 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.4 Global Intermittent Catheters Price by Type (2020-2033)
12 Intermittent Catheters Market Segmentation by Application
12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
12.2 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Sales by Application (2020-2033)
12.3 Global Intermittent Catheters Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033)
12.4 Global Intermittent Catheters Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033)
13 Company Profiles
13.1 ConvaTec
13.1.1 ConvaTec Company Overview
13.1.2 ConvaTec Business Overview
13.1.3 ConvaTec Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.1.4 ConvaTec Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.1.5 Key News
13.2 Coloplast
13.2.1 Coloplast Company Overview
13.2.2 Coloplast Business Overview
13.2.3 Coloplast Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.2.4 Coloplast Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.2.5 Key News
13.3 Becton Dickinson
13.3.1 Becton Dickinson Company Overview
13.3.2 Becton Dickinson Business Overview
13.3.3 Becton Dickinson Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.3.4 Becton Dickinson Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.3.5 Key News
13.4 Wellspect HealthCare AB
13.4.1 Wellspect HealthCare AB Company Overview
13.4.2 Wellspect HealthCare AB Business Overview
13.4.3 Wellspect HealthCare AB Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.4.4 Wellspect HealthCare AB Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.4.5 Key News
13.5 Hollister Incorporated
13.5.1 Hollister Incorporated Company Overview
13.5.2 Hollister Incorporated Business Overview
13.5.3 Hollister Incorporated Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.5.4 Hollister Incorporated Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.5.5 Key News
13.6 Welllead
13.6.1 Welllead Company Overview
13.6.2 Welllead Business Overview
13.6.3 Welllead Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.6.4 Welllead Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.6.5 Key News
13.7 B.Braun
13.7.1 B.Braun Company Overview
13.7.2 B.Braun Business Overview
13.7.3 B.Braun Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.7.4 B.Braun Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.7.5 Key News
13.8 Medline Industries
13.8.1 Medline Industries Company Overview
13.8.2 Medline Industries Business Overview
13.8.3 Medline Industries Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.8.4 Medline Industries Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.8.5 Key News
13.9 Cook Medical
13.9.1 Cook Medical Company Overview
13.9.2 Cook Medical Business Overview
13.9.3 Cook Medical Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.9.4 Cook Medical Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.9.5 Key News
13.10 Teleflex
13.10.1 Teleflex Company Overview
13.10.2 Teleflex Business Overview
13.10.3 Teleflex Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.10.4 Teleflex Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.10.5 Key News
13.11 Boston Scientific
13.11.1 Boston Scientific Company Overview
13.11.2 Boston Scientific Business Overview
13.11.3 Boston Scientific Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.11.4 Boston Scientific Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.11.5 Key News
13.12 Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
13.12.1 Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd. Company Overview
13.12.2 Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd. Business Overview
13.12.3 Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd. Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.12.4 Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co.,Ltd. Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.12.5 Key News
13.13 CompactCath
13.13.1 CompactCath Company Overview
13.13.2 CompactCath Business Overview
13.13.3 CompactCath Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.13.4 CompactCath Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.13.5 Key News
13.14 Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc.
13.14.1 Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc. Company Overview
13.14.2 Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc. Business Overview
13.14.3 Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc. Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.14.4 Medical Technologies of Georgia Inc. Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.14.5 Key News
13.15 Cure Medical
13.15.1 Cure Medical Company Overview
13.15.2 Cure Medical Business Overview
13.15.3 Cure Medical Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.15.4 Cure Medical Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.15.5 Key News
13.16 Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD
13.16.1 Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD Company Overview
13.16.2 Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD Business Overview
13.16.3 Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD Intermittent Catheters Major Product Offerings
13.16.4 Nantong Angel Medical Instrumens Co.,LTD Intermittent Catheters Sales and Revenue fromIntermittent Catheters (2020-2025)
13.16.5 Key News
14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
14.1 Key Takeway
14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
14.3 Market Drivers
14.4 Market Restraints
14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Intermittent Catheters Market
14.7 PEST Analysis of Intermittent Catheters Market
15 Analysis of the Intermittent Catheters Industry Chain
15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain
15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis
15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis
15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis
15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis
15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis
15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details
15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis
16 Conclusion
17 Appendix
17.1 Methodology
17.2 Research Process and Data Source
17.3 Disclaimer
17.4 Note
17.5 Examples of Clients
17.6 Disclaimer
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