The import of medical needles, catheters, and cannulae to Brazil has shown a steady growth from 2013 to 2023, with the latest available actual data indicating an import volume of 10.221 million kilograms in 2023. Over this period, year-on-year variation rates fluctuated, peaking at 33.1% in 2013 and gradually decreasing to 3.71% in 2023. The five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for actual data records a 4.2% annual increase by 2023.
From 2024 onward, based on forecast data, the growth trajectory continues albeit at a slower pace, with a projected five-year CAGR of 2.45%, culminating in a forecasted import volume of 11.94 million kilograms by 2028. The forecasted five-year growth rate stands at 12.87%, indicating moderate yet continuous growth.
Future trends to watch for include potential influences from changes in healthcare policies, advancements in medical technology, and economic conditions that could impact the import dynamics of these essential medical supplies. Consideration should also be given to shifts in global trade regulations and new market entrants.
