The low temperature sterilization market was estimated at USD 1.6 billion in 2020 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 9.6% during 2021-2026 to reach USD 2.7 billion in 2026.
Low-temperature sterilization is the most widely used technology to sterilize moisture-intolerant or heat-sensitive surgical equipment. Sterilization is a process in which all the microorganisms, including bacteria and spores, are killed. Some of the commonly used low-temperature sterilization methods include ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide gas plasma, and ozone.