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Airway Catheters Market

Author: Debadatta Patel - Senior Consultant, Report ID - DS1801008, Published - November 2024

Segmented in Type (Suction Catheters, Endotracheal Catheters, Tracheal Catheters, Nasopharyngeal Catheters), Application (Airway Clearance, Intubation Support, Respiratory Management), End User and Regions - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2033

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Airway Catheters Market Outlook

Airway tubes are tools used to help with the management and upkeep of clear air passages in both critical and regular respiratory care settings. The value of the airway tube market was estimated to be around $378 million in 2023 and is expected to reach $705 million by 2030 and potentially $1 billion by 2035. Its driven by factors such as the increase in respiratory illnesses surgeries being performed more frequently and a rising need, for emergency and critical care options.


Airway catheters are highly valued for their flexibility in managing air passages. Play vital roles in activities such as suction and assisting with intubation procedures. As healthcare standards and infrastructure progress worldwide and with the improvement of materials and designs being used in airway catheters the market, for these devices is expected to grow significantly.


Market Size Forecast & Key Insights

2018
$378M2023
2028
$919M2033

Absolute Growth Opportunity = $542M

The Airway Catheters market is projected to grow from $378.0 million in 2023 to $919 million in 2033. This represents a CAGR of 9.3%, reflecting rising demand across Airway Clearance, Intubation Support and Respiratory Management.

The Airway Catheters market is set to add $542 million between 2023 and 2033, with manufacturer targeting Endotracheal Catheters & Tracheal Catheters Type projected to gain a larger market share.

With Rising demand for respiratory care and airway management, and Advancements in catheter materials and designs, Airway Catheters market to expand 143% between 2023 and 2033.

Opportunities in the Airway Catheters Market

Expansion in Emerging Markets

Expanding healthcare facilities in developing regions offers possibilities, for airway catheters.

Development of Antimicrobial and Bio-Compatible Catheters and Rising Focus on Home Healthcare

Innovations in materials are helping to lower the risk of infections and're attractive, to healthcare providers who prioritize patient safety.

The rise, in home healthcare is leading to an increased need for airway catheters that're easy to use for individuals dealing with long term respiratory problems.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

Asia Pacific Outlook

In the Asia Pacific region - China and India, There is a noticeable rise in demand due to improved healthcare accessibility and the increasing need for respiratory care. Key players, in this market include Smith Medical and BD.

North America Outlook

In North America, there is a need for airway catheters due to the strong healthcare system and high number of surgeries performed. Teleflex and Medline are among the companies, in the region.

North America Outlook

In North America, there is a need for airway catheters due to the strong healthcare system and high number of surgeries performed. Teleflex and Medline are among the companies, in the region.

Asia-Pacific Outlook

In the Asia Pacific region - China and India, There is a noticeable rise in demand due to improved healthcare accessibility and the increasing need for respiratory care. Key players, in this market include Smith Medical and BD.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

Established and Emerging Market's Growth Trend 2024–2033

1

Major Markets : United States, Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, China are expected to grow at 6.8% to 9.8% CAGR

2

Emerging Markets : India, Brazil, South Korea are expected to grow at 8.9% to 11.6% CAGR

Market Analysis Chart

The demand for airway catheters is growing due to the rising requirements for care and advancements in materials technology; however challenges such as infection risks and high expenses persist. There are prospects in markets, developed materials and the use of airway catheters, in home healthcare settings.

Recent Developments and Technological Advancement

October 2024

Teleflex has unveiled an airway catheter that is biocompatible and aims to reduce damage, to the mucosa.

July 2024

ConvaTech has introduced a catheter coated with agents for providing respiratory support, in intensive care settings.

April 2024

Medline introduced a disposable suction catheter to its range designed to help prevent the spread of infections.

Advancements in airway catheters have made a stride, towards preventing infections and incorporating specialized designs lately; Teleflex has rolled out a biocompatible model; ConvaTech has improved infection control with an antimicrobial coating; and Medline is prioritizing single use options to steer clear of contamination concerns.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Airway Catheters Market

As a core segment of the Medical Device industry, the Airway Catheters market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Shift Toward Biocompatible and Antimicrobial Materials and Expansion of Home Healthcare Services have redefined priorities across the Medical Device sector, influencing how the Airway Catheters market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.

1

Shift Toward Biocompatible and Antimicrobial Materials:

Recent developments in the industry suggest a growing inclination, towards using materials in airway catheters to improve patient safety.

2

Expansion of Home Healthcare Services:

The rise in home based services is driving the need for specialized airway catheters designed for respiratory care, in domestic settings.

Global Events Shaping Future Growth

The chart below highlights how external events including emerging market developments, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions, have added another layer of complexity to the Medical Device industry. These events have disrupted supply networks, changed consumption behavior, and reshaped growth patterns. Together with structural industry transitions, they demonstrate how changes within the Medical Device industry cascade into the Airway Catheters market, setting the stage for its future growth trajectory.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

Driver: Rising Demand for Respiratory Care and Airway Management, and Growing Utilization in Emergency and Critical Care

The rise in illnesses and surgeries is also leading to a higher demand, for airway catheters.
The demand for airway catheters in emergency and critical care settings is also driven by the necessity, for airway management solutions.
Advancements in materials thatre compatible, with the body and the design of catheters have also improved patient comfort and lowered the risk of complications.

Restraint: Risk of Infection and Complications, and Availability of Alternative Airway Management Devices

Extended use of catheters increases the risk of infection and necessitates adherence, to stringent hygiene measures.
Various airway management tools in competition could potentially decrease the need, for kinds of airway catheters.

Challenge: High Cost of Advanced Catheters

Special airway tubes designed for purposes may be more expensive due, to their biocompatible features which could make them less affordable.

Supply Chain Landscape

Raw Material Supplier

Eastman Chemical

Dow Corning

Manufacturer

Teleflex

Medline

Distributor
McKesson / Cardinal Health
End-User
Hospitals / EMS / Home healthcare providers
Raw Material Supplier

Eastman Chemical

Dow Corning

Manufacturer

Teleflex

Medline

Distributor

McKesson

Cardinal Health

End-User

Hospitals

EMS

Home healthcare providers

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Leading Providers and Their Strategies

Application AreaIndustryLeading ProvidersProvider Strategies
Airway Clearance
Healthcare
Medline
Offering single-use catheters for effective airway clearance
Intubation Support
Emergency Care
Teleflex
Providing durable catheters for reliable intubation support in emergency settings
Respiratory Management
ICU
ConvaTec
Developing antimicrobial-coated catheters to reduce infection risk in respiratory care
Home Respiratory Support
Home Healthcare
Smiths Medical
Supplying user-friendly catheters for prolonged use in home respiratory care

Elevate your strategic vision with in-depth analysis of key applications, leading market players, and their strategies. The report analyzes industry leaders' views and statements on the Airway Catheters market's present and future growth.

Our research is created following strict editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy

Applications of Airway Catheters in Intubation Support, Airway Clearance and Respiratory Management

Intubation Support

During emergencies airway catheters are used to assist in intubation for providing secure access to the airway, in critical care situations. Major suppliers are Teleflex and Vyaire Medical.

Airway Clearance

Airway tubes are essential for clearing secretions to avoid obstructions and enhance patients respiratory function in facilities and home settings with key suppliers such, as Medline and BD leading the market.

Respiratory Management

When dealing with term respiratory issues like airway catheters play a key role in keeping the air passages clear for patients who need extended ventilation support.The top players in this field are companies, like ConvaTech and Smiths Medical.

Airway Catheters vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

While alternatives like endotracheal tubes and nasal cannulas exist, airway catheters offer greater versatility and effectiveness in respiratory support. Despite alternatives, the market for airway catheters is expected to grow with increased demand in respiratory and critical care

Airway Catheters
  • Endotracheal Tubes /
  • Tracheostomy Tubes /
  • Nasal Cannulas
    Versatile and Effective in Airway Management
    Risk of Infection and Higher Cost of Specialized Models
    Cost-Effective and Easier to Use
    Limited Airway Management Versatility Compared to Catheters

Airway Catheters vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

Airway Catheters

  • Versatile and Effective in Airway Management
  • Risk of Infection and Higher Cost of Specialized Models

Endotracheal Tubes / Tracheostomy Tubes / Nasal Cannulas

  • Cost-Effective and Easier to Use
  • Limited Airway Management Versatility Compared to Catheters

While alternatives like endotracheal tubes and nasal cannulas exist, airway catheters offer greater versatility and effectiveness in respiratory support. Despite alternatives, the market for airway catheters is expected to grow with increased demand in respiratory and critical care

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Research Methodology

This market research methodology defines the Airway Catheters market scope, gathers reliable data, and validates findings using integrated primary and secondary research. Our systematic framework ensures precise market sizing, growth trend analysis, and competitive benchmarking.


Secondary Research Approach


We begin secondary research by defining the targeted market at Country and Regional levels. As part of the Medical Device ecosystem, we analyze Airway Catheters across Hospitals, Emergency Medical Services, and Home Healthcare Applications. Our team gathers data systematically from country level ministerial sources, industry associations & federations, trade databases, company annual & quarterly reports and other credential sources, enabling us to map global and regional market size, pricing trends, regulatory standards, and technology advancements.


Key Sources Referenced:


We benchmark competitors such as Teleflex, Medline, and ConvaTec by reviewing company financial statements, and regulatory filings. Our secondary insights identify key market drivers and constraints, forming the analytical foundation for primary research.


Primary Research Methods


We conduct structured interviews and surveys with industry stakeholders, including Raw Material Supplier, Manufacturer, and Distributor. Our geographic coverage spans Americas (40%), Europe (30%), Asia-Pacific (25%) and Middle East & Africa (5%). Our online surveys generally achieve a response rate of above 65%, and telephone interviews yield 60%, resulting in above 92% confidence level with a ±7% margin of error.


Through targeted questionnaires and in-depth interviews, we capture purchase intent, adoption barriers, brand perception across Segment Type. We use interview guides to ensure consistency and anonymous survey options to mitigate response bias. These primary insights validate secondary findings and align market sizing with real-world conditions.


Market Engineering & Data Analysis Framework


Our data analysis framework integrates Top-Down, Bottom-Up, and Company Market Share approaches to estimate and project market size with precision.


Top-down & Bottom-Up Process


In Top-down approach, we disaggregate global Medical Device revenues to estimate the Airway Catheters segment, using historical growth patterns to set baseline trends. Simultaneously, in Bottom-up approach, we aggregate Country-Level Demand Data to derive regional and global forecasts, which provide granular consumption insights. By reconciling both approaches, we ensure statistical precision and cross-validation accuracy.


We evaluate the supply chain, spanning Raw Material Supplier (Eastman Chemical, Dow Corning), Manufacturer (Teleflex, Medline), and Distributor. Our parallel substitute analysis examines Endotracheal Tubes, Tracheostomy Tubes, and Nasal Cannulas, highlighting diversification opportunities and competitive risks.


Company Market Share & Benchmarking


We benchmark leading companies such as Teleflex, Medline, and ConvaTec, analyzing their capabilities in pricing, product features, technology adoption, and distribution reach. By assessing company-level revenues and product portfolios, we derive market share comparisons, clarifying competitive positioning and growth trajectories across the ecosystem.


Our integration of data triangulation, supply chain evaluation, and company benchmarking, supported by our proprietary Directional Superposition methodology enables us to deliver precise forecasts and actionable strategic insights into the Airway Catheters market.


Quality Assurance and Compliance


We cross-reference secondary data with primary inputs and external expert reviews to confirm consistency. Further, we use stratified sampling, anonymous surveys, third-party interviews, and time-based sampling to reduce bias and strengthen our results.


Our methodology is developed in alignment with ISO 20252 standards and ICC/ESOMAR guidelines for research ethics. The study methodology follows globally recognized frameworks such as ISO 20252 and ICC codes of practice.

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Airway Catheters Market Data: Size, Segmentation & Growth Forecast

Report AttributeDetails
Market Value in 2024USD 413 million
Revenue Forecast in 2033USD 919 million
Growth RateCAGR of 9.3% from 2024 to 2033
Base Year for Estimation2023
Industry Revenue 2023378 million
Growth OpportunityUSD 542 million
Historical Data2018 - 2022
Growth Projection / Forecast Period2024 - 2033
Market Size UnitsMarket Revenue in USD million and Industry Statistics
Market Size 2023378 million USD
Market Size 2026493 million USD
Market Size 2028589 million USD
Market Size 2030704 million USD
Market Size 2033919 million USD
Market Size 20351.10 billion USD
Report CoverageMarket revenue for past 5 years and forecast for future 10 years, Competitive Analysis & Company Market Share, Strategic Insights & trends
Segments CoveredType, Application, End User
Regional scopeNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa
Country scopeU.S., Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, UAE and South Africa
Companies ProfiledTeleflex, Medline, ConvaTec, Vyaire Medical, Smiths Medical, BD, Cardinal Health, Cook Medical, Mercury Medical, Rusch, Parker Medical and SunMed
CustomizationFree customization at segment, region or country scope and direct contact with report analyst team for 10 to 20 working hours for any additional niche requirement which is almost equivalent to 10% of report value

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Table of Contents

Industry Insights Report - Table Of Contents

Chapter 1

Executive Summary

Major Markets & Their Performance - Statistical Snapshots

Chapter 2

Research Methodology

2.1Axioms & Postulates
2.2Market Introduction & Research MethodologyEstimation & Forecast Parameters / Major Databases & Sources
Chapter 3

Market Dynamics

3.1Market OverviewDrivers / Restraints / Opportunities / M4 Factors
3.2Market Trends
3.2.1Introduction & Narratives
3.2.2Market Trends - Impact Analysis(Short, Medium & Long Term Impacts)
3.3Supply Chain Analysis
3.4Porter's Five ForcesSuppliers & Buyers' Bargaining Power, Threat of Substitution & New Market Entrants, Competitive Rivalry
Chapter 4

Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Type

4.1Suction Catheters
4.2Endotracheal Catheters
4.3Tracheal Catheters
4.4Nasopharyngeal Catheters
Chapter 5

Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Application

5.1Airway Clearance
5.2Intubation Support
5.3Respiratory Management
Chapter 6

Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by End User

6.1Hospitals
6.2Emergency Medical Services
6.3Home Healthcare
6.4Ambulatory Surgical Centers
Chapter 7

Airway Catheters Market, by Region

7.1North America Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.1.1U.S.
7.1.2Canada
7.2Europe Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.2.1Germany
7.2.2France
7.2.3UK
7.2.4Italy
7.2.5The Netherlands
7.2.6Rest of EU
7.3Asia Pacific Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.3.1China
7.3.2Japan
7.3.3South Korea
7.3.4India
7.3.5Australia
7.3.6Thailand
7.3.7Rest of APAC
7.4Middle East & Africa Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.4.1Saudi Arabia
7.4.2United Arab Emirates
7.4.3South Africa
7.4.4Rest of MEA
7.5Latin America Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.5.1Brazil
7.5.2Mexico
7.5.3Rest of LA
7.6CIS Airway Catheters Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.6.1Russia
7.6.2Rest of CIS
Chapter 8

Competitive Landscape

8.1Competitive Dashboard & Market Share Analysis
8.2Company Profiles (Overview, Financials, Developments, SWOT)
8.2.1Teleflex
8.2.2Medline
8.2.3ConvaTec
8.2.4Vyaire Medical
8.2.5Smiths Medical
8.2.6BD
8.2.7Cardinal Health
8.2.8Cook Medical
8.2.9Mercury Medical
8.2.10Rusch
8.2.11Parker Medical
8.2.12SunMed