

Market Assessment
The study integrates50 structured interviews(qualitative deep dives) and200 online surveys(quantitative validation) with end users across priority metros and emerging Tier 2/3 cities to capture the following attributes:
| Customer Cohort | Description | Proposed Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Professionals | Doctors and medical staff using POM in medical devices | Sample Size: 80 |
| Medical Device Manufacturers | Companies producing devices utilizing POM | Sample Size: 50 |
| Regulatory Bodies | Government agencies overseeing medical device compliance | Sample Size: 30 |
| End Users (Patients) | Patients using medical devices made from POM | Sample Size: 70 |
| Research Institutions | Organizations conducting studies on POM applications | Sample Size: 20 |
Total Respondents:350 (50 structured interviews + 200 surveys)
Polyoxymethylene (POM) is a high-performance thermoplastic known for its excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility. In the medical field, POM is crucial for manufacturing medical devices, surgical instruments, and drug delivery systems, ensuring safety and reliability in healthcare applications.
The UAE Medical POM market is driven by increasing demand for medical devices, technological advancements in manufacturing, rising healthcare expenditure, and growing awareness of biocompatibility. These factors contribute to the expanding applications of POM in various medical sectors.
Challenges in the UAE Medical POM market include high production costs, stringent regulatory compliance, limited raw material availability, and competition from alternative materials. These factors can hinder market growth and affect the profitability of manufacturers.
Opportunities in the UAE Medical POM market include expansion into emerging markets, innovations in product applications, collaborations with healthcare providers, and increasing adoption of sustainable practices. These avenues can enhance market growth and product development.
The UAE Medical POM market is segmented by type (homopolymer, copolymer, modified POM), end-user (hospitals, clinics, research laboratories, medical device manufacturers), application (surgical instruments, drug delivery systems), and region (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah), among others.