Cerumen removal Industry Overview
The global cerumen removal market size was valued at USD 2.0 billion in 2021 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2 % from 2022 to 2030.
Cerumen is a naturally occurring waxy substance produced by wax-forming glands located in the external auditory canal. However, it causes complications such as hearing loss, pain, tinnitus, etc. when it becomes impacted. Therefore, cerumen removal is of utmost importance to prevent the complications associated with cerumen impaction. The growing prevalence of cerumen impaction across the globe is a major factor driving the cerumen removal market. It is present in approximately 10% of children, 5% of adults, and around 60% of older people. According to a study published on cerumen impaction removal in the National Library of Medicine in 2021, in the United States, cerumen impaction leads to 12 million patient visits, and 8 million cerumen removal procedures are performed annually.
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Also, cerumen impaction is frequently witnessed in people with hearing aids. The EuroTrak Surveys in a series of European countries show that around 35% of people with hearing loss use hearing aids, thereby increasing the chances for the prevalence of cerumen impaction. According to World Report on Hearing 2021, around 1.12 billion people suffer from ear wax impaction in the European region.
Moreover, the adoption of various cerumen removal products owing to rising awareness of cerumen impaction is further boosting the market. As per Euromonitor International, North Americans spends around USD 63 million on home ear-cleaning products, from drops to irrigation kit. Also, the key players are focusing on product development to strengthen the market is adding fuel to the market growth.
The outbreak of the COVID-19 led to a disruption in the healthcare industry. The disruption of operations and supply chain resulted in a decline in sales of medical devices. Moreover, the non-essential procedures were postponed during the pandemic which negatively impacted the market. For instance, as per a study published in the SAGE journal on The Impact of COVID-19 on Otolaryngology Community Practice in Massachusetts, the cerumen removal procedures declined by 85% in 2020. However, the pandemic has also raised the concern for hygiene, thereby creating an opportunity for the market to grow over a forecast period.
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Cerumen removal Market Segmentation
Grand View Research, Inc. has segmented the cerumen removal market report based on product type, consumer group, distribution channel, and region:
Cerumen Removal Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
- Micro-suction Device
- Irrigation Kits
- Cerumen Removal Drops
- Cerumen Removal Loops
- Cerumen Removal Syringes
- Portable Ear Cleaning Devices
Cerumen Removal Consumer Group Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
- Pediatric (Aged 0 – 10)
- Children (Aged 11 – 17)
- Adults (Aged 18 – 64)
- Geriatric (Aged 65 and Above)
Cerumen Removal Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
- Drug Stores
- Retail Pharmacies
- Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
- E-commerce
Cerumen Removal Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
Market Share Insights
- May 2019: The Ear Itch MD and Wax Blaster MD were launched by Eosera inc. to expand the range of ear care products of the company.
- May 2018: McKesson Co. entered into an agreement with Discount Drug Mart, to provide dispensing automation platforms which will help to optimize prescription processing.
Key Companies profiled:
Some prominent players in the global cerumen removal market include
- Medline
- Henry Schein, Inc.
- McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.
- Cardinal Health
- Otex (Diomed Developments Ltd.)
- Owens & Minor
- Eosera Inc.
- Innovative Designworks
- Target Brands, Inc.
- Debrox
- Cipla Ltd.
- NuLife Pharmaceuticals
- Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
- Acu-Life Health Enterprises
- Earest Inc.
- GlaxoSmithKline Plc
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