Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Waste Type;

Hazardous Waste and Non-Hazardous Waste.

By Treatment Type;

Incineration, Autoclaving, Chemical Treatment, and Irradiative.

By Treatment Site;

Offsite and Onsite.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn006976057 Published Date: April, 2025 Updated Date: May, 2025

Introduction

Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market was valued at USD 15,465.91 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 24,495.68 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.8%.


Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.8 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.8 %
Market Size (2024)USD 15,465.91 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 24,495.68 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages364
15,465.91
2024
24,495.68
2031

Major Players

  • Stericycle
  • Veolia Environnement
  • Suez
  • Clean Harbors
  • Republic Services
  • BioMedical Waste Solutions
  • Daniels Sharpsmart
  • Remondis Medison
  • Grundon Waste Management
  • Waste Management
  • Casella Waste Systems

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the expanding volume of waste from healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and research centers. Medical waste constitutes nearly 85% of the total waste generated in these facilities, underscoring the critical need for efficient waste management solutions. This surge is primarily fueled by the rising number of healthcare services and patients globally.

Enhanced Focus on Safety and Infection Control
Medical waste often contains infectious, toxic, or radioactive components, making proper disposal crucial for public safety. While approximately 60% of healthcare waste is non-hazardous, the remaining 40% consists of potentially dangerous substances. This risk has led to the implementation of stringent protocols to ensure safe handling and disposal, minimizing the spread of infections and contamination.

Adoption of Advanced Waste Treatment Technologies
Innovative waste treatment methods, including autoclaving, chemical disinfection, and microwave processing, are becoming increasingly popular. These technologies collectively account for nearly 30% of the market, offering advantages like reduced waste volume and lower environmental impact. This shift reflects the industry's commitment to sustainable waste management practices.

Regulatory Compliance and Environmental Responsibility
Governments and regulatory bodies globally are imposing strict guidelines for medical waste disposal, aiming to minimize contamination and environmental impact. Currently, over 70% of healthcare facilities operate under stringent compliance frameworks, reflecting the industry's response to growing regulatory pressures and the demand for environmentally responsible waste management.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Waste Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Treatment Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Treatment Site
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing healthcare facilities
        2. Growing aging population
        3. Rising chronic diseases
        4. Regulatory compliance necessity
        5. Technological advancements adoption
      2. Opportunities
        1. Regulatory compliance challenges
        2. Limited awareness initiatives
        3. Insufficient infrastructure investment
        4. Fluctuating economic conditions
        5. Lack of training
      3. Restraints
        1. Advanced waste treatment
        2. Emerging market expansion
        3. Innovative disposal technologies
        4. Recycling initiatives growth
        5. Public-private partnerships
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market, By Waste Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hazardous Waste
      2. Non-Hazardous Waste
    2. Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market, By Treatment Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Incineration
      2. Autoclaving
      3. Chemical Treatment
      4. Irradiative
    3. Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market, By Treatment Site, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Offsite
      2. Onsite
    4. Global Medical Waste Disposal Services Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa

        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Stericycle
      2. Veolia Environnement
      3. Suez
      4. Clean Harbors
      5. Republic Services
      6. BioMedical Waste Solutions
      7. Daniels Sharpsmart
      8. Remondis Medison
      9. Grundon Waste Management
      10. Waste Management
      11. Casella Waste Systems
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market