Market Forecast By Type (Conventional, Safety), By Product (Pen, Suture, Blood Collection, Dental, Ophthalmic, Others), By Delivery Mode (Hypodermic, Intravenous, Intramuscular, Others), By Raw Material (Stainless Steel, Glass, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC376343 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
Report Name | South Korea Needles Market |
Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 4% |
Growing Sector | Healthcare |
The South Korea Needles Market report thoroughly covers the market by Type, Product, Delivery Mode, and Raw Material. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
South Korean needles market is expected to experience steady growth due to an ageing population and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, leading to a rise in medical procedures involving needles. Technological advancements also contribute to the market's growth, while challenges such as safety concerns and alternative methods may hinder its progress.
According to 6Wresearch, South Korea Needles Market size is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 4% during 2025-2031. The advancements in technology have led to the development of better and more efficient needle designs, which has increased their demand. Additionally, the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer has also contributed to the growth of this market. Moreover, the rising awareness among individuals regarding preventive healthcare measures has resulted in an increase in vaccinations, leading to a higher demand for needles.
However, despite these positive factors, there are also challenges facing the South Korea needles market. One major challenge is the high cost associated with developing new and advanced needle designs. This can lead to higher prices for consumers, limiting their affordability. Additionally, the growing concern over needle-related injuries and infections has resulted in stricter regulations and guidelines for needle manufacturing and usage.
South Korea is a significant market for needles, with multiple players competing in the industry. Some of the leading players in the country include Dong Bang Acupuncture Inc., Dukyoung Co. Ltd., and Seirin Corporation. These companies offer a wide range of high-quality acupuncture needles, catering to both traditional and modern practices. Other key players in the market include Suzhou Medical Appliance Factory Co. Ltd., Empecs Medical Device Co. Ltd., and Aiguille Medicale.
The South Korean government has implemented various initiatives to regulate the production and distribution of needles within the country. One such initiative is the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification, which ensures the safety, quality and efficacy of medical devices including needles. Additionally, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) requires all manufacturers to obtain a license for producing medical devices, including needles. These government regulations have helped in maintaining high standards within the industry and providing safe and reliable needles to consumers.
The South Korean needle market is expected to continue growing due to factors such as increasing awareness about alternative medicine practices, rising prevalence of chronic diseases that require acupuncture treatment, and technological advancements in needle production. The demand for disposable needles is also on the rise due to their convenience and reduced risk of infections. With continuous research and development efforts by key players, new types of needles are being introduced that offer improved features and less pain during insertion.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the pen segment is experiencing an increase in demand due to its ease of use and convenience for self-administration.
Based on the Delivery Mode, the intravenous segment is expected to witness strong growth as it is widely used for drug delivery in hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Based on the Raw Material, the stainless steel segment holds a major share in the South Korea needles market, owing to its durability and cost-effectiveness.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 South Korea Needles Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 South Korea Needles Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Needles Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Delivery Mode, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Raw Material, 2021 & 2031F |
4 South Korea Needles Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing prevalence of chronic diseases requiring regular injections |
4.2.2 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative needle products |
4.2.3 Growing geriatric population with a higher demand for medical interventions |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulatory requirements for needle manufacturing and distribution |
4.3.2 Threat of substitutes such as needle-free injection systems |
4.3.3 Price competition from low-cost needle manufacturers |
5 South Korea Needles Market Trends |
6 South Korea Needles Market Segmentations |
6.1 South Korea Needles Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Conventional, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Safety, 2021-2031F |
6.2 South Korea Needles Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Pen, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Suture, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Blood Collection, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Dental, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Ophthalmic, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 South Korea Needles Market, By Delivery Mode |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypodermic, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Intravenous, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Intramuscular, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 South Korea Needles Market, By Raw Material |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Stainless Steel, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 South Korea Needles Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 South Korea Needles Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Needles Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Needles Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Needles Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of advanced needle technologies in healthcare facilities |
8.2 Rate of new product introductions and innovations in the needle market |
8.3 Percentage of healthcare professionals trained in safe needle practices |
8.4 Average needle lifespan and durability |
8.5 Environmental impact metrics related to needle disposal and sustainability efforts |
9 South Korea Needles Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Needles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 South Korea Needles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 South Korea Needles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Delivery Mode, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 South Korea Needles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Raw Material, 2021 & 2031F |
10 South Korea Needles Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Needles Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 South Korea Needles Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |