Industry Overview
Condoms are thin protective sheaths used during sexual intercourse to help prevent unintended pregnancy and reduce the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). According to the 1995 National Survey of Family Growth conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics, male condoms, also known as prophylactics, were the third most commonly used method of birth control, following female sterilization at 29.5% and birth control pills at 28.5%, with condom usage recorded at 17.7%. When used correctly, condoms are highly effective, with research indicating a failure rate of approximately 2–3%.
Most condoms are manufactured from natural latex rubber, while alternative materials such as lamb cecum and polyurethane are also used. Beyond contraception, condoms provide an important barrier against the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. The report covers latex condom manufacturing in detail, including raw materials, latex compounding, dipping, moulding, vulcanisation, washing, testing, quality assurance, packaging, machinery, standards, market segmentation, and supplier information. It also addresses plastic and non-latex condoms, international specifications, production methods, testing procedures, and global market considerations.
Cost Estimation
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Capacity | 10,00,000 Piece/Day |
| Land & Building (5000 sq.mt.) | Rs. 3.51 Cr |
| Plant & Machinery | Rs. 4 Cr |
| Working Capital for 2 Month | Rs. 1.83 Cr |
| Total Capital Investment | Rs. 9.74 Cr |
| Rate of Return | 47% |
| Break Even Point | 47% |
Content Index
- INTRODUCTION
- RESISTANCE TO CUTTING, TEARING & ABRASION:-
- DESCRIPTION OF THE PROCESS
- DIPPING PROCESS:-
- CLASSIFICATION OF CONDOMS
- CONDOMS ARE CLASSIFIED UNDER FOUR CATEGORIES:
- TIPS ON USING CONDOMS
- REQUIREMENTS (PROPERTIES)
- PACKING & MARKING
- USES AND APPLICATION
- PLASTIC CONDOMS
- B.I.S. SPECIFICATIONS
- INTERNATIONAL SPECIFICATION OF LATEX CONDOM
- ABSTRACT:
- MARKET POSITION OF LATEX CONDOM
- BY PRODUCT TYPE
- BY MATERIAL
- BY VARIETY
- BY FLAVORS
- BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL
- BY MANUFACTURING TYPE
- GLOBAL MARKET OF CONDOM
- TOP 10 CONDOM BRANDS LEADING THE GLOBAL CONDOM MARKET 2018
- DUREX CONDOMS
- TROJAN CONDOMS
- LIFESTYLES SKYN CONDOMS
- ASTROGLIDE LUBES
- KIMONO MICROTHIN CONDOMS
- LIFESTYLES SKYN CONDOMS
- ASTROGLIDE LUBES
- BEYOND SEVEN CONDOMS
- TRUSTEX CONDOMS
- CUPID’S FEMALE CONDOMS
- CROWN CONDOMS
- ONE PLEASURE DOME CONDOMS
- MAJOR COMPANIES:
- DUREX CONDOMS:
- TROJAN CONDOMS:
- LIFESTYLES CONDOMS:
- TABLE 1 - REGIONAL STATISTICS FOR HIV & AIDS FROM PAST YEAR
- GLOBAL MANUFACTURING
- CONDOM PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- USA TRENDS
- DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS FOR CONDOMS US MARKET
- NICHE PRODUCTS
- FEMALE CONDOMS
- NON- LATEX MALE CONDOMS
- DETAILED EXPORT DATA OF CONDOM
- EXPORTERS LIST OF CONDOMS IN INDIA
- MANUFACTURERS OF LATEX CONDOMS
- SHAPING NATURAL RUBBER LATEX TO CONDOM
- FROM RAW MATERIAL TO CONDOM
- THE CONDOM IS CREATED
- WASHED AND PACKAGED
- QUALITY CHECKS IN OUR OWN LABORATORY
- PROCESS OUTLINE FOR CONDOM MANUFACTURE
- VARIOUS DIPPING METHODS
- CIRCULATING DIPPING TANK
- DIPPING METHODS:-
- COAGULANT DIPPING:-
- EQUIPMENTS USED
- FORMERS:-
- DIPPING SYSTEM:-
- VULCANISATION
- RAW MATERIALS AND UTILITIES
- LATEX 60% DRG:
- SULPHUR:
- ACTIVATOR :
- ACCELERATOR :
- PLASTICIZERS :-
- ANTI OXIDANTS:-
- STABILIZERS:-
- DISPERSING AGENTS:-
- SALIENT FEATURE OF THE PROCESS OF MANUFACTURE:-
- PREPARATION OF LATEX SOLUTION (COMPOUNDING)
- FORMULATION
- PROCESSING MATURING CONDITIONS-36 HOURS AT 25OC
- FOR FORMULATION:-
- FORMULA
- FORMULATION
- DIPPING PROCESS:-
- DRYING OF THE LATEX COATED MOULDS - FIRTS STAGE:-
- SHAPING OF THE CONDOM EDGE DPPED RUBBER CONDOMS:-
- DRYING - FINAL STAGE (VULCANISATION):-
- REMOVAL OF CONDOMS FROM THE MOULD:-
- WASHING SQUEEZING AND DRYING:-
- TESTING AND PACKAGING
- PACKING:-
- TESTING OF CONDOM AS PER ISO 23409 FOR EXPORT
- DURABILITY OF CONDOMS
- ISO 23409 STANDARDS FOR CONDOMS
- TESTING OF CONDOMS
- TEST OF CONDOM SHEATH AND RETENTION MECHANISM
- TEST OF LUBRICANT
- TEST OF DIMENSIONS
- TEST OF VOLUME AND PRESSURE
- TEST FOR HOLES
- TEST FOR STABILITY AND SHELF LIFE
- TEST FOR BIO-COMPATIBILITY
- QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE IS CONDOM MANUFACTURING
- MAJOR STEPS ON VOLVED IN CONDOM MANUFACTURE
- SEQUENCES IN LATEX CONDOM MANUFACTURE
- COLLECTING THE RAW MATERIALS
- COMPOUNDING
- STORAGE
- DIPPING
- TUMBLING
- TESTING
- PACKAGING
- CONDOM MANUFACTURING PROCESS
- MACHINE DESCRIPTION:
- CONDOM FORMING
- ELECTRONIC TESTING
- FOIL PACKAGING
- DETAILED MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF CONDOM
- COMPOUNDING
- MOULDING
- VULCANIZING
- INSPECTION
- QA
- PACKING
- QUALITY CONTROL AND MEASUREMENTS
- CONDOM MANUFACTURING FLOW CHART
- TESTING METHOD OF LATEX CONDOM
- AIR BURST TEST
- TESTING FOR DETERIORATION
- PROPOSED CHANGES IN STANDARDS
- CONDOM PRODUCTION LINE
- 1. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS:
- 2. CONDOM DESCRIPTION:
- MACHINE & PRODUCTS SHOW
- SUPPLIERS OF PLANT AND MACHINERY
- SUPPLIERS OF RAW MATERIALS
- COMPLETE LATEX CONDOM MAKING MACHINERY SUPPLIERS
- CONDOM PACKING MACHINE
- MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS OF RUBBER MACHINERY
& TESTING EQUIPMENT - RUBBER MIXER
- DIPPING MACHINE
- MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIER OF RAW MATERIALS
- LATEX
- SULPHUR
- SUPPLIER OF RAW MATERIALS (GLOBAL)
Appendix
- 01. PLANT ECONOMICS
- 02. LAND & BUILDING
- 03. PLANT AND MACHINERY
- 04. OTHER FIXED ASSESTS
- 05. FIXED CAPITAL
- 06. RAW MATERIAL
- 07. SALARY AND WAGES
- 08. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS
- 09. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL
- 10. TOTAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT
- 11. COST OF PRODUCTION
- 12. TURN OVER/ANNUM
- 13. BREAK EVEN POINT
- 14. RESOURCES FOR FINANCE
- 15. INSTALMENT PAYABLE IN 5 YEARS
- 16. DEPRECIATION CHART FOR 5 YEARS
- 17. PROFIT ANALYSIS FOR 5 YEARS
- 18. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET FOR (5 YEARS)
Frequently Asked Questions
The principal raw material for latex condom manufacturing is natural rubber latex, supported by compounding ingredients required to achieve the desired physical and processing properties. The report identifies latex 60% DRG, sulphur, activators, accelerators, plasticizers, antioxidants, stabilizers, and dispersing agents as materials used in the manufacturing process. These ingredients are incorporated during latex compounding before the dipping operation. Proper formulation and controlled maturation are important for obtaining a consistent latex compound suitable for subsequent dipping, drying, vulcanisation, testing, and packaging.
Latex condoms are manufactured through a controlled sequence of compounding, dipping, drying, vulcanisation, mould removal, washing, testing, and packaging. The process begins with preparation and maturation of the latex formulation. Formers are dipped into the compounded latex to create the condom film, followed by drying and vulcanisation to develop the required properties. The finished condoms are then removed from the moulds, washed and dried, inspected and tested, and finally packaged. The report also describes different dipping methods, equipment, quality-control procedures, and production-line operations.
Condom quality testing covers physical integrity, dimensions, strength, leakage resistance, and other specified characteristics. The report includes tests for the condom sheath and retention mechanism, lubricant, dimensions, volume and pressure, holes, stability and shelf life, and bio-compatibility. It also identifies air burst testing and testing for deterioration as part of latex condom evaluation. Such testing is important because condoms function as barrier products, so manufacturing controls and inspection procedures must verify that the finished product meets applicable quality and specification requirements.
A latex condom manufacturing plant requires equipment covering latex preparation, dipping, vulcanisation, testing, and packaging operations. The report specifically discusses formers, dipping systems, circulating dipping tanks, rubber mixers, dipping machines, electronic testing equipment, and foil packaging machinery. Supporting laboratory and testing equipment is also important for quality control and assurance. The exact equipment configuration depends on the manufacturing method, product range, automation level, testing requirements, and production capacity. Proper integration of these systems supports consistent processing and controlled production throughout the manufacturing line.
Vulcanisation is important because it develops the required properties of the latex film after dipping and drying. During this stage, the compounded rubber undergoes controlled treatment that improves the characteristics needed for a finished condom. The report identifies vulcanisation as a key stage following latex coating and drying of the moulds. Process control during this operation contributes to consistent product quality and performance. After vulcanisation, condoms proceed through mould removal, washing, drying, inspection, testing, and packaging before they are prepared as finished products.
The report covers B.I.S. specifications and international specifications for latex condoms, along with ISO-related testing requirements. It specifically includes testing of condoms as per ISO 23409 for export and discusses ISO 23409 standards for condoms. The report also addresses proposed changes in standards and several individual testing areas, including dimensions, volume and pressure, holes, stability and shelf life, lubricant, and bio-compatibility. Manufacturers should verify the applicable and current standards for their intended market, product type, and regulatory requirements before establishing or operating a production facility.
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