The global medical foam market size is anticipated to reach USD 66.34 billion by 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.3% from 2026 to 2033. The rising product demand from the bedding & cushioning, medical devices, packaging, and a few other application segments are expected to propel market growth. Moreover, the need for better healthcare facilities coupled with a rising number of hospitals has boosted the product demand in medical devices application, which is anticipated to drive the market over the forecast period.
Medical foams are lightweight and have high flexibility, absorbency, and durability. Moreover, they offer excellent stain and fungal resistance and impact absorption. Due to these characteristics, medical foams are widely used in the healthcare sector in medical packaging, prosthetic padding, bedding and cushioning, wound dressing, medical aids, etc., which is also projected to drive the market.
Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing regional market owing to the increasing demand for high-quality medical devices and components from hospitals in major economies, such as China, India, and Singapore. Furthermore, the rising expenditure of various governments on public & private health systems and the growing geriatric population are fueling the demand for improved healthcare services and infrastructure, which, in turn, is expected to propel the product demand in the coming years.
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The flexible foam segment held the dominant position in the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 55.6% in 2025. This growth can be attributed to its affordability and versatility.
Polyurethane (PU) dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2025, owing to its exceptional biocompatibility and versatility.
The bedding & cushioning application segment led the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 36.9% in 2025, primarily driven by an increasing demand for patient comfort and support.
The North America medical foam market dominated the global market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 33.92% in 2025.
Grand View Research has segmented the global medical foam market report based on foam type, product, application, and region:
Medical Foam Foam Type Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Flexible Foam
Rigid Foam
Spray Foam
Medical Foam Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Polyurethane (PU)
Polystyrene (PS)
Polyolefin
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Others
Medical Foam Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Bedding & Cushioning
Medical Packaging
Medical Devices & Components
Prosthetics & Wound Care
Others
Medical Foam Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
List of Key Players in Medical Foam Market
Robert Bosch GmbH
3M
General Plastics Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Huntsman International LLC.
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
UFP Technologies, Inc.
Zotefoams plc.
Probo Medical
Avery Dennison Corp.
Rogers Corp.
Foamtec Medical
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