Disposable gloves are used in the healthcare industry to prevent contamination between the patients and the physicians. These gloves are made of different materials such as latex, nitrile rubber, polyisoprene, polyvinyl and neoprene, and others. Surgical gloves are available in two forms powdered and powder-free. The powder used in the gloves is corn-starch powder, lycopodium powder, and talc, which is used to avoid sweating and lubricate the gloves making them easy to use. Powder-free gloves are used in sensitive surgeries and are also used by people allergic to powder. Surgical gloves are available in various sizes, thus offering precision in surgeries. Surgical gloves are of a higher standard and highly sterile.
Cardinal Health Inc and. B. Braun Melsungen AG. – Notable Participants in South and Central America Disposable Gloves Market
A few of the most notable companies occupying a considerable share of the market are B. Braun, Melsungen AG, RUBBEREX, Cardinal Health Inc, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, Supermax Corporation Berhad, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Top Glove Corporation Bhd. Ansell Limited, Mölnlycke Health Care AB. Are among the others.
Market leaders are involved in partnerships, product launches, acquisitions, and other strategies to improve their performance and consolidate the market position. For instance, in May 2020 Rubberex is planning to expand its capacity for production of disposable nitrile gloves in order to fulfil increasing demand from consumers. Build up area of current factory is expected to increase to 110,000 sq. ft. and five additional double former lines will be installed for production. In next 3 years company is expected to raise production of disposable nitrile gloves up to 5 billion pieces by year 2023.
Prominent players in the South and Central America disposable gloves market are focusing on organic strategies such as product launches, product approvals, and geographic and manufacturing expansions. These strategies help them strengthen their market positions, along with allowing them to broaden their geographic footprints. Additionally, various companies are undertaking acquisitions to garner their significance and remain competitive in the market. A few of the vital developments in the South and Central America disposable gloves market are mentioned below:
| Year | News | Region |
| 2020 | SempermedUSA launched GripStrong Poly a General purpose disposable gloves | America |
