| Product Code: ETC8852906 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Philippines synthetic absorbable sutures import market continued its robust growth trajectory in 2024, with top exporting countries including Spain, India, Germany, USA, and Japan. The market concentration, as measured by the HHI, remained very high, indicating a competitive landscape dominated by key players. The impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 20.84% from 2020 to 2024 underscores the increasing demand for these medical products. Moreover, the notable growth rate of 46.68% from 2023 to 2024 highlights the accelerating pace of expansion in this segment, offering promising opportunities for both domestic and international suppliers.

Closely aligned with the absorbable suture category, this market segment includes a wide range of synthetic products like polyglycolic acid and polydioxanone sutures. Increased surgical procedures and awareness about the benefits of synthetic options over natural ones are driving adoption, particularly in urban medical centers.
Closely aligned with the surgical consumables market, synthetic absorbable sutures in the Philippines are seeing steady demand across general surgery, obstetrics, and orthopedics. Hospitals prioritize brands offering high tensile strength, predictable absorption, and biocompatibility. Competitive pricing and regulatory compliance are crucial for market penetration among both local and imported brands.
Widespread adoption of synthetic absorbable sutures is hindered by cost considerations and a general preference for conventional suture materials in low-resource settings. Hospitals and clinics in rural areas often lack access to advanced surgical supplies, which slows market growth despite the clinical advantages of these sutures.
Closely related to the previous market, this broader segment encompasses a wider range of products and applications in general and specialized surgeries. Investors can benefit from developing training programs, entering OEM agreements, and aligning with global brands to bring advanced suture technology into the Philippine market.
Government policies reinforce the availability and affordability of synthetic absorbable sutures in both public and private health sectors. Procurement in public hospitals is standardized to ensure cost-effectiveness. The FDA also mandates compliance with global safety benchmarks for all imported and domestically produced sutures.
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 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing number of surgical procedures in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of synthetic absorbable sutures over traditional sutures |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative synthetic absorbable sutures |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High cost associated with synthetic absorbable sutures compared to non-absorbable sutures |
4.3.2 Limited availability of skilled healthcare professionals proficient in using synthetic absorbable sutures |
4.3.3 Stringent regulatory requirements for the approval of synthetic absorbable sutures |
5 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Trends |
6 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Valve Suture, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Cardiovascular Suture, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Orthopedic Suture, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetic Surgery Suture, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By General Suture, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market, By End Users |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospitals, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Clinics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenues & Volume, By Ambulatory Surgical Centres, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of synthetic absorbable sutures by healthcare facilities in the Philippines |
8.2 Rate of complications associated with the use of synthetic absorbable sutures |
8.3 Frequency of product recalls or adverse events related to synthetic absorbable sutures |
9 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Synthetic Absorbable Sutures Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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