The year 2018 and the upcoming years will see a huge rise in demand for disposable medical products”, latest research reports suggest.

Disposable devices are essential components in most of the medical, dental and veterinary activities which are discarded after their usage.

Why this surge in demand for medical products?

Emphasis on infection prevention and safety measures by hospitals and outpatient facilities have fuelled the utilisation of these devices. In addition, increasing emphasis of the government and health institutes on the public health and related hospital acquired infections propels the adoption and usage of disposable medical devices in the healthcare space.

The upgrading and enforcement of infection prevention standards, coupled with an expanding volume of hospital, surgical, and outpatient procedures, will promote overall growth in the disposable product market.

Which are the countries in high demand for disposable medical products?

The demand for disposable medical supplies and products are high in countries like UK, USA, China, Japan, Germany, Russia, France, India, Italy and Brazil. This growth is expected to increase about 6% each year over the next several years.

Demand for disposable medical supplies in the United States, Western Europe, Japan, and most other developed countries will expand at a below average pace as their medical delivery systems are well established, meet the health care needs of most residents, and have already adopted stringent infection prevention standards.

By contrast, growth in the BRIC countries and many other emerging economies will exceed the world average as health care sectors are expanded, modernised and adapted to formal infection prevention protocols.

Which are the Dental products in high demand?

Among the major disposable dental & medical supply product segments, Disposable A/W Syringe will post the fastest increases in global demand based on an expanding prevalence of infection control to ensure that they will not become the means by which infectious diseases are transmitted.

Other segments projected to command above average worldwide sales growth include diagnostic and laboratory disposables such as Disposable Dental Mirrors, Disposable Bib Holders, Disposable Nasal Hoods, respiratory supplies and devices, and infusion and hypodermic devices.

While other dental products such as Disposable Protective Wear / Gloves, Plastic Cups, Consumables, Sterilization & Hygiene, X-ray & Accessories, Impression Materials, Filling Materials, Polishing Materials, Endodontics, Local Anaesthetics & Pharmaceuticals and Surgical Products are also in high demand in medical dental industry.

We did not have much choice in disposable tableware, until recent years. But we now have a plethora of different varieties of disposable plates, food containers, bowls, cups, etc. Most often, we happen to think of them while planning for events like birthdays, marriages, anniversaries and such other functions. Though some adamant environmentalists spread all sorts of negative propaganda against their use, there is no denying the convenience and affordability catering disposables offer.

Coming to think of the convenience, the foremost advantage of using disposables for events is in saving the time and effort for cleaning up. This comes as real big relief especially after an exhausting party. All you need to do is sweep up everything and throw into the trash bin so that you can concentrate on the rest of the tidying up process.

The next big advantage is the cost, especially when the event is a big one. It is even cheaper compared to opting for renting of crockery and cutlery. Furthermore, you don’t have worry about paying for any damages or breakages because there is no such risk in using catering disposables.

As far as the material used for disposables is concerned, depending on your budget, you can choose from a wide variety of materials ranging from paper to aluminium. Each material has its own advantages and the choice is also a matter of style and class. You can also combine different varieties; for example use aluminium platters as serving dishes, Styrofoam for plates and paper for cups. Again, depending on your finances, you have options like laminated and non-laminated disposables. Cost wise, paper is the ideal choice and they can also contribute to the aesthetics of the event. Because they come in every conceivable colours, you can choose colours that match the theme and decorations used for the event.

If you do not mind spending a little extra for the sake of elegance, go for disposables made of PET materials. They come in shapes and designs that brilliantly imitate ceramic or glass. This is a better choice for conferences, trade fairs etc. or for gatherings where the attendees are mostly older people.

If you are a hard-core environmentalist or the event or its organizers have something to do with environment-friendliness, stick to biodegradable or compostable products. Disposable producers specifically mention if the products are cent per cent biodegradable.

Higher level of hygiene is another advantage of using disposable food containers. They are also very easy to handle and transport since they are lightweight and compact, making them ideal for camping or picnics, as well.