Product Code: ETC6190863 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The sharps containers market in Australia is driven by the increasing awareness of the need for safe disposal of medical waste, especially needles and syringes. With rising healthcare standards and regulations, the demand for secure disposal solutions, such as sharps containers, is growing. The healthcare sector, including hospitals, clinics, and home care services, is the primary consumer of these products.
The sharps containers market in Australia is growing as healthcare standards and regulations become stricter, particularly regarding the safe disposal of needles, syringes, and other sharp objects. This demand is especially high in healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and dental practices, which require specialized containers for the safe collection and disposal of sharps to prevent injuries and infections. Increasing awareness about the importance of proper waste management and rising concerns about safety are contributing to the market`s expansion in the country.
The sharps containers market in Australia is challenged by stringent disposal regulations and the need for compliance with health and safety standards. High costs associated with waste management and sterilization create entry barriers for smaller manufacturers. Additionally, the increasing emphasis on sustainability demands innovation in biodegradable or reusable sharps containers, which require significant investment in materials science and regulatory approvals before market adoption.
With strict medical waste disposal regulations in place, demand for compliant sharps containers is increasing in Australias healthcare and home care sectors. There is scope for innovation in reusable containers, bio-based materials, and smart tracking systems to meet both safety and sustainability goals.
The Australian government mandates the safe disposal of medical and hazardous waste through environmental health regulations and the National Waste Policy. Sharps containers are regulated under clinical waste management standards, and healthcare providers must comply with safe disposal protocols. The government also supports public awareness campaigns and needle exchange programs that increase demand for safe sharps disposal solutions.
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 Australia Sharps Containers Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Waste Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Medical Waste Generator, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Usage Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Container Size, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Trends |
6 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Patient Room Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Phlebotomy Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Multipurpose Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Waste Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Infectious & Pathological Waste, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Sharps Waste, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Waste, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-infectious, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Medical Waste Generator |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospitals, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Long-term Care & Urgent Care Centers, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Clinics & Physician Offices, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Companies, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.7 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Usage Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Disposable Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Reusable Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Sale, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Sale, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Sale, 2021- 2031F |
6.6 Australia Sharps Containers Market, By Container Size |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By 1 2 Gallons, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By 2 4 Gallons, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By 4 8 Gallons, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Sharps Containers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Sharps Containers Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Sharps Containers Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Sharps Containers Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Waste Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Medical Waste Generator, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Usage Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Australia Sharps Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Container Size, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Sharps Containers Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Sharps Containers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Sharps Containers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |