Market Forecast By Products (Absorbents, Incontinence Bags, Others) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC10066810 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Sep 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
According to 6Wresearch internal databases and industry insights, the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period (2026–2032).
This graph illustrates the annual growth rates of the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market from 2022 to 2032, highlighting a steady upward trajectory and projected market expansion over the forecast period.

The following table presents the estimated annual growth rates of the market for each year, along with the key factors influencing market performance during the respective period. The values are intended to highlight year-wise drivers rather than provide a direct comparison between individual years.
| Year | Estimated Growth (%) | Market Rationale |
| 2022 | 4.9% | Rising awareness of adult hygiene products supported initial demand for incontinence solutions. |
| 2023 | 4.6% | Increasing elderly population and healthcare needs supported demand for adult diapers, pads, and absorbent products. |
| 2024 | 5.1% | Growing awareness of incontinence management encouraged greater adoption across households and healthcare facilities. |
| 2025 | 6% | Rising demand from elderly and mobility-impaired consumers strengthened sales of absorbent incontinence products. |
| 2026 | 6.7% | Expanding healthcare access and rising availability through pharmacies and retail channels. |
| 2027 | 6.3% | Vietnam’s aging population is expected to increase demand for adult diapers, pads, and other incontinence care products. |
| 2028 | 7.1% | Greater adoption of discreet, comfortable, and high-absorbency products. |
| 2029 | 7.3% | Growing demand from hospitals, nursing facilities, and elderly-care centres. |
| 2030 | 7.4% | Increasing healthcare expenditure and awareness of personal hygiene are likely to encourage wider use of adult incontinence products. |
| 2031 | 7.9% | Rising preference for premium absorbent products and improved product availability. |
| 2032 | 8.2% | Wider access to specialized incontinence solutions and increasing elderly-care requirements. |
The Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Report provides a comprehensive analysis based on products. It offers detailed insights into key industry trends, growth drivers, emerging opportunities, competitive developments, and high-growth segments. The report presents an objective assessment of current dynamics and prospects, enabling stakeholders to make informed business decisions and develop effective strategies aligned with the evolving industry landscape.
| Report Name | Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market |
| Forecast period | 2026-2032 |
| CAGR | 5.1% |
| Growing Sector | Healthcare & Elderly Care |
Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market is expected to maintain steady growth in the forthcoming years, supported by population ageing, increasing awareness of continence care, rising healthcare expenditure, and wider availability of absorbent pads, protective underwear, diapers, underpads, and related products. In general, the adult incontinence products are hygiene products designed for adults who experience urinary or bowel incontinence. Other major growth factors are improved product awareness and greater availability across retail channels.
Below are some major drivers and their influence on the market dynamics:
| Drivers | Primary Segment Affected | Why It Matters (Evidence) |
| Population ageing | Elderly consumers | Growing elderly population is expanding the core user base for continence-management products. |
| Greater continence awareness | Household users | Improved knowledge of incontinence management is encouraging families to adopt dedicated protective products. |
| Healthcare service expansion | Hospitals and care providers | Broader healthcare access is increasing exposure to continence products among patients requiring long-term assistance. |
| E-commerce penetration | Urban consumers | Online channels provide discreet purchasing and access to a wider range of product formats and brands. |
| Improved product availability | Retail consumers | Wider pharmacy, supermarket, and specialist distribution is reducing barriers to product access. |
The Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market is projected to expand at a steady CAGR of 5.1% CAGR during 2026–2032, driven by the country’s aging population, increasing prevalence of incontinence among elderly and mobility-impaired individuals, rising healthcare awareness, and growing demand for personal hygiene products. Further, expanding access to adult incontinence solutions through pharmacies, hospitals, and retail channels are supporting the market. Major urban centres such as Da Nang, Binh Duong, and Dong Nai provide stronger retail and healthcare infrastructure. Euromonitor reported that retail adult incontinence volume reached 193 million units in 2025, while value sales increased during the same period.
Below are some major restraints and their influence on the market dynamics:
| Restraints | Primary Segment Affected | What This Means (Evidence) |
| Recurring purchase costs | Price-sensitive households | Regular consumption creates an ongoing financial burden for families managing long-term incontinence. |
| Social stigma | Elderly and first-time users | Hesitancy in discussing incontinence may cause hesitation in product purchase and professional consultation. |
| Rural distribution limitations | Provincial consumers | Specialized products have become harder to access due to low pharmacy and healthcare penetration in such regions. |
| Product selection complexity | Caregivers | Absorbency, size, fit, and product type may make purchase choices complicated for first-time users. |
| Competitive concentration | New market entrants | Strong positions held by established manufacturers create barriers for smaller brands seeking national distribution. |
There are several challenges hindering the growth of Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Industry, including limited public discussion of incontinence, differences in consumer awareness, recurring expenditure, and inconsistent access to specialist products. Further, consumers may also have difficulty identifying the appropriate absorbency and format for different levels of incontinence. At the operational level, SMEs and regional distributors face challenges in inventory planning, product assortment, retailer negotiations, and last-mile delivery. In addition, maintaining multiple sizes and absorbency categories can increase inventory requirements.
Key trends impacting the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Growth are highlighted below:
Major investment opportunities in the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market include the following:
The following is a comprehensive list of key companies operating in the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Taisun Vietnam Ltd |
| Established Year | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Taisun Vietnam is a personal hygiene-care manufacturer offering adult incontinence diapers and underpads under brands including SunMate, with manufacturing and distribution operations in Vietnam.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Unicharm Corporation |
| Established Year | 1961 |
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Unicharm Corporation is a Japanese hygiene-products company offering wellness-care and adult-care solutions, with its Diana Unicharm operation providing adult hygiene products in Vietnam.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
| Established Year | 1872 |
| Headquarters | Irving, Texas, USA |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Kimberly-Clark is a global personal-care company offering adult-care products through brands such as Depend and Poise, alongside other hygiene and personal-care solutions.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Essity AB |
| Established Year | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Essity is a global hygiene and health company offering products and solutions across personal care and incontinence care markets.
Vietnam is strengthening its policy framework for older-person welfare and healthcare access, creating favourable conditions for the wider elderly-care and continence-care ecosystem. Decision No. 383/QD-TTg, issued on February 21, 2025, approved the National Strategy on Older Persons through 2035 with a vision to 2045, covering healthcare, social assistance, rehabilitation, and participation of older people. The strategy can support the development of services serving elderly consumers and increase attention to age-related healthcare needs. Vietnam has also continued implementing healthcare and social-support measures aimed at improving access for older and vulnerable populations, which can indirectly strengthen demand for continence-management products.
Vietnam adult incontinence products industry is likely to expand steadily through 2032 as demographic ageing increases the underlying consumer base and healthcare awareness improves. Product development is likely to focus on comfort, absorbency, discretion, and affordability, while pharmacies and digital commerce should broaden market access. Also, established manufacturers are set to retain a strong competitive position, although specialised brands can gain opportunities through targeted products and regional distribution. Overall, long-term market performance will depend on affordability, consumer acceptance, elderly-care infrastructure, and continued improvement in product availability.
This report presents a detailed analysis of the market segments along with their leading categories.
According to Sumit Sagar, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, the Absorbents segment accounted for about 59.4% of the Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Share in 2025, backed by increasing demand for adult diapers, pads, and other highly absorbent products among elderly and mobility-impaired consumers.
Meanwhile, the Incontinence Bags segment is projected to record a faster CAGR of approximately 6.3% during 2026–2032, driven by increasing healthcare needs, rising adoption of specialized incontinence management products, and growing demand across hospitals and long-term care settings.
Note: Market size estimations and growth projections presented in this report are based on 6Wresearch's proprietary forecasting methodology, utilizing the latest available industry data, government publications, and primary research inputs.
The report offers an extensive study 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 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Overview |
| 3.1 Vietnam Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
| 3.3 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Products, 2022 & 2032F |
| 4 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.2.1 Increasing aging population in Vietnam leading to higher demand for adult incontinence products |
| 4.2.2 Growing awareness about healthcare and hygiene among consumers |
| 4.2.3 Improving healthcare infrastructure and services in Vietnam |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 Social stigma associated with incontinence leading to lower acceptance and adoption of products |
| 4.3.2 Limited availability of specialized adult incontinence products in the market |
| 5 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Trends |
| 6 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market, By Types |
| 6.1 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market, By Products |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Products, 2022-2032F |
| 6.1.3 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Absorbents, 2022-2032F |
| 6.1.4 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Incontinence Bags, 2022-2032F |
| 6.1.5 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F |
| 7 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 8.1 Number of healthcare facilities offering adult incontinence products |
| 8.2 Percentage of the aging population using adult incontinence products |
| 8.3 Consumer satisfaction and retention rates for adult incontinence products |
| 8.4 Number of educational campaigns or initiatives raising awareness about adult incontinence and its management |
| 8.5 Average monthly spend per capita on adult incontinence products |
| 9 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Opportunity Assessment, By Products, 2022 & 2032F |
| 10 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
| 10.2 Vietnam Adult Incontinence Products Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |
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