Medical radiation shielding market to hit $1.7b by 2034

Lead-lined drywalls dominated the market.

The global medical radiation shielding market, valued at $1.4b in 2024, is projected to grow at a 6.6% CAGR, reaching $1.7b by 2034, Global Market Insights reported.

Lead-lined drywalls dominated the market in 2024, accounting for 18.4% of the share. Their ability to block harmful radiation makes them essential for protecting patients and medical staff during imaging and therapy procedures.

The diagnostics segment, which includes applications in neurology, oncology, and cardiology, held 64.2% of the market share in 2024 and is expected to remain the largest segment.

Demand for radiation shielding products like lead-lined walls and doors is driven by widespread use of CT scans and X-rays.