Adult diapers, sometimes known as adult diapers, are a type of underwear worn by people with a variety of medical conditions, such as severe diarrhea or dementia, mobility impairment, or urinary incontinence. In addition to keeping clothes clean, these diapers allow children to urinate and defecate without the need for facilities. Polypropylene and polyethylene are commonly used for the inside and outside linings of adult diapers. Because it comes into intimate contact with the consumers' skin, the inner lining is also enhanced with vitamin E, aloe vera, and several other skin-friendly ingredients. In North America, the demand for adult diapers is currently being driven by the growing number of older individuals.
North America Adult Diaper Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Drivers: Due to its expanding population and rising consumer knowledge of the advantages of adult diapers, North America is one of the biggest markets for these products worldwide. The region's high per capita income, sedentary lifestyle, and growing consumption of packaged, frozen, and fast food all contribute to a high percentage of adult incontinence. Furthermore, the vast majority of people are obese. The region's market is growing since adult diapers are also readily available through pharmacies, online merchants, and supermarkets/hypermarkets.
Challenges: Changing consumer tastes, demographic changes, and economic conditions are the main challenges facing the North American adult diaper sector. As the population ages, there is an increasing demand for adult diapers; yet, the market has to discover products that balance effectiveness, discretion, and comfort. Since consumers usually seek either less invasive or more affordable choices, competing with other incontinence products, like as pads and protective undergarments, presents another difficulty. Businesses also incur higher production expenses as a result of fluctuations in the price of raw materials, such as superabsorbent polymers.
Impact of COVID-19 on North America Adult Diaper Market
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the North American adult diaper business in a variety of ways. During the early stages of the epidemic, demand for adult diapers and other hygiene goods surged as people prepared for uncertainty by stockpiling essentials. However, this was followed by supply chain disruptions, including logistical challenges and shortages of raw materials, which impacted product availability and increased manufacturing costs. Manufacturing plants also ceased operations due to safety protocols and a lack of personnel.
North America Adult Diaper Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players are; Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd, Drylock Technologies NV, Ontex BV, Health Care Products Inc, First Quality Enterprises Inc, Kimberly-Clark Corp, Principle Business Enterprises, Essity AB, AB Abena, Others.
North America Adult Diaper Market Segmentation:
By Type: Based on the Type, North America Adult Diaper Market is segmented as; Adult Pad Type Diaper, Adult Flat Type Diaper, Adult Pant Type Diaper.
By Distribution Channel: Based on the Distribution Channel, North America Adult Diaper Market is segmented as; Pharmacies, Convenience Stores, Online Stores, Others.
By Region: This research also includes data for Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.