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Global Personal Protective Equipment Market by Type (Hands & Arm Protection (Protective Gloves, Wrist Cuffs and Armlets, Elbow Protectors, and Others), Protective Clothing (Full Body Suits, Surgical Gowns and Others), Foot & Leg Protection (Safety Boots and Shoes, Leggings, Metatarsal Guards, Toe Guards and Others), Respiratory Protection (Respirators, and Breathing Apparatus), Eye & Face Protection Equipment (Safety Spectacles, Welding Shields, Safety Goggles, Face Shield), Head Protection and Others(Fall Protection and Hearing Protection), By End-Use Industry (Manufacturing, Construction, Oil & Gas, Healthcare, Transportation, Firefighting, Food, And Others) and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa) Global Forecast to 2030.
Global Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
Global Personal Protective Equipment Market is estimated to reach USD 135.25 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period of 2022-2030. It was valued at USD 78.23 billion in 2022. Personal Protective Equipment are devices or appliances intended to be worn on or carried by a person to prevent one or more health and safety hazards. It is the unitary combination of several devices or appliances and combined personal protective devices or appliances that are worn or carried by a person with or without personal protective equipment for special activities. Personal Protective Equipment is the first level of protection against injuries or illness in the workplace. Personal protective equipment is products that protect the user (or wearer) from health and safety risks in the workplace. Manufactured personal protective equipment (PPE) are helmets, shields, etc., and Personal protective equipment (PPE) for self-defense, such as spray cans, personal defense weapons, etc.Global Personal Protective Equipment Market Insights
The stringent regulatory framework and growing awareness about the importance of work safety are vital factors expected to drive the global personal protective equipment market in the future timeframe. Additionally, the surge in demand for respiratory equipment in mining, emergency response, military and law enforcement, healthcare, and fire services industry will fuel the global personal protective equipment market in the upcoming periods. Moreover, the growing adoption of strict regulations and policies in factories and other workplaces by governments is projected to trigger the global personal protective equipment industry in the forecast period. With the continuous development of industrialization, the labor environment is becoming more and more complex, and the risk of hand injuries during the labor process continues to increase and presents a diversified development trend. The employer must equip workers with appropriate personal protective equipment to prevent or mitigate them according to specific conditions. Furthermore, technological advancements in the PPE products, along with changing consumer behavior, would influence the global personal protective equipment market size in the augmented period. In addition, a huge surge in demand for disposable gloves from the hospitals and nursing homes due to growing awareness about personal and patient safety will propel the global personal protective equipment industry in the expected periods.Growth Driver
Increasing awareness of workplace safety
Functional safety is east to wear protective gloves widely used in many fields such as machining, automobile manufacturing, construction engineering, agriculture and fishery, mining metallurgy, petrochemicals, electronics manufacturing, outdoor equipment, fire equipment, and military equipment, etc. The demand for products is directly related to the production intensity and a number of employees in the downstream application field. There are various stringent regulatory guidelines that have made mandatory for employers to provide their employees with certified protective gear. For instance, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have issued certain regulations that mandate to protect the employees from various workplace hazards.Huge demand for Personal Protective Equipment due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak
Recently, The World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the surge in demand, panic buying, hoarding, and abuse had disrupted the global supply of personal protective equipment, and the situation is getting worse, putting lives at risk from new coronaviruses and other infectious diseases. According to WHO modeling, to cope with coronavirus disease in 2019, an estimated 89 million medical masks and up to 76 million pairs of medical examination gloves are required each month, while the international demand for goggles is 1.6 million pairs per month. WHO estimates that to meet increasing global demand, manufacturing must increase output by 40%.Type Segmental Analysis
Based on type, the global Personal Protective Equipment market classified into Hands & Arm Protection (Protective Gloves, Wrist Cuffs and Armlets, Elbow Protectors, and Others), Protective Clothing (Full Body Suits, Surgical Gowns and Others), Foot & Leg Protection (Safety Boots and Shoes, Leggings, Metatarsal Guards, Toe Guards, and Others), Respiratory Protection (Respirators, and Breathing Apparatus), Eye & Face Protection Equipment (Safety Spectacles, Welding Shields, Safety Goggles, Face Shield), Head Protection and Others(Fall Protection and Hearing Protection). The Hands & Arm Protection segment predicted to grow with a high rate during the forecast period, owing to the growing demand for hands & arm protection equipment in the manufacturing, healthcare, and construction industries. The Hands & Arm Protection equipment includes protective gloves, wrist cuffs and armlets, elbow protectors, and others. The surge in demand for disposable and durable gloves in the healthcare industry for medical treatments and sanitation. Respiratory Protection segment will grow attributable to the huge demand for respiratory protection equipment in mining, petrochemical, and oil and gas sectors. In addition, growing demand for Protective Clothing in various industries such as healthcare and chemicals. It includes full Body Suits, Surgical Gowns, and Others.End-User Industry Segmental Analysis
Based on the end-user industry, the global Personal Protective Equipment market categorized into Manufacturing, Construction, Oil & Gas, Healthcare, Transportation, Firefighting, Food, and Others. Healthcare segment expected to gain maximum revenue by 2030 owing to the huge demand for personal protective equipment such as protective clothing, respiratory, and hand protective gear in the medical industry to ensure employees’ safety and wellbeing. Additionally, recently outbreak COVID-19 has demanded protective equipment for healthcare workers to act swiftly to boost the production of masks, respirators, and gloves. The Construction segment will on account of the rapidly growing consumer spending and new construction projects in developing countries like China, India, and Brazil.Region Segmental Analysis
Based on geography, the global PPE market size segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. North America estimated to occupy the lion’s market share by 2030, owing to the augmented awareness for safety and regulations about the usage of personal protective equipment in various industries. Additionally, the rise in demand for medical products and the growing health concerns owing to the unhealthy lifestyles will drive the PPE market in North America. The Asia Pacific will drive due to the increasing demand for employee health & safety in the healthcare industry coupled with the rise in the COVID-19 cases across these regions on account of the absence of a protective kit.Competitor Analysis
Companies such as 3M Co., MSA Safety Inc., Ansell Limited, Honeywell International Inc., E I DuPont de Nemours and Co., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Lakeland Industries, Inc., Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd., Sioen Industries NV, Avon Protective Systems, Inc., Radians, Inc., JAL Group France SAS, COFRA SRL, and Rock Fall Limited are the key players in the Global Personal Protective Equipment Market.Key Stakeholders
- Market research and consulting firms
- Industry associations
- Global Personal Protective Equipment manufacturing firm
- Research organizations and consulting companies
- Organizations, associations, and alliances related to Personal Protective Equipment
- Regulatory bodies
- Suppliers
- Retailers
Scope of the report
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market size value in 2020 | USD 75.23 Billion |
| Revenue forecast in 2027 | USD 114.25 Billion |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 7.23% from 2020 to 2027 |
| Historical data | 2017-2019 |
| Forecast period | 2021 – 2027 |
| Region covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa |
| Key companies Profiled | 3M Co., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Lakeland Industries, Inc., MSA Safety Inc., Ansell Limited, Honeywell International Inc., E I DuPont de Nemours and CoAlpha Pro-Tech, Ltd., Sioen Industries NV, Avon Protective Systems, Inc., Radians, Inc., JAL Group France SAS, COFRA SRL, and Rock Fall Limited |
Recent Developments
- In February 2023, Ansell Ltd. declared the purchase of Careplus (M) Sdn Bhd (Careplus). This purchase increased Ansell’s production capacity of surgical gloves to meet the growing global demand, strengthen its supply chain, and ensure greater command over the quality of its outcomes.
- In September 2021, Researchers at Dalhousie developed a non-woven fabric that can neutralize viruses in personal protective masks.
- In September 2021, United Airlines Inc. and Honeywell International Inc. jointly announced a multimillion-dollar investment in Alder Fuels.
- In June 2021, Kimberly-Clark launched a project to recycle single-use plastic to build houses.
The objective of the Research
- Market modeling starts with identifying a target market where historical data exists. A Market can include prediction problems, economic factors, analyzing customer behavior, and identifying new patterns from past events, which helps our client to have deep dive into the market.
- Product analysis involves steps such as examining product features, costs, availability, quality, and other aspects. Product analysis is conducted to understand potential buyers and measure competition in the market.
- Market Trend and Economic Factors Analysis helps in assessing potential changes to an economy’s inflation rate, taxes, interest rates, exchange rates, trading regulations, and excise duties that can or have a major effect on the target market.
- Market Segmental Analysis defines in-depth scenario of the target market by the process of grouping consumers into naturally existing created segments of consumers who share similar product preferences or characteristics
- The geographical mapping approach helps our clients to understand national or international markets because different consumers in different regions have different needs wants, and cultural characteristics that can be specifically targeted.
Market Modelling
By Type- Hands & Arm Protection
- Protective Gloves
- Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
- Elbow Protectors
- Others
- Protective Clothing
- Full Body Suits
- Surgical Gowns
- Others
- Foot & Leg Protection
- Safety Boots and Shoes
- Leggings
- Metatarsal Guards
- Toe Guards
- Others
- Respiratory Protection
- Respirators
- Breathing Apparatus
- Eye & Face Protection Equipment
- Safety Spectacles
- Welding Shields
- Safety Goggles
- Face Shield
- Head Protection
- Others
- Fall Protection
- Hearing Protection
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Oil & Gas
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- Firefighting
- Food
- Others
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
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Report Content
- Research Strategic Development
1.1. Market Modelling
1.2. Product Analysis
1.3. Market Trend and Economic Factors Analysis
1.4. Market Segmental Analysis
1.5. Geographical Mapping
1.6. Country Wise Segregation
- Research Methodology
2.1. Identification of Target Market
2.2. Data Acquisition
2.3. Refining of Data/ Data Transformations
2.4. Data Validation through Primary Techniques
2.5. Exploratory Data Analysis
2.6. Graphical Techniques/Analysis
2.7. Quantitative Techniques/Analysis
2.8. Visual Result/Presentation
- Executive Summary
- Market Insights
4.1. Supply Chain Analysis
4.2. Economic Factor Analysis
4.2.1. Drivers
4.2.2. Trends
4.2.3. Opportunities
4.2.4. Challenges
4.3. Technological Landscape
4.4. Competitors & Product Analysis
4.5. Regulatory Framework
4.6. Company market share analysis, 2022
4.7. Porter’s Five forces analysis
4.8. Price point analysis
4.9. New Investment Analysis
4.10. PESTEL Analysis
- Global Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
5.1. Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
5.1.1. Demand
5.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
5.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
5.2.1. By Type
5.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
5.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
5.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
5.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
5.2.1.1.4. Others
5.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
5.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
5.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
5.2.1.2.3. Others
5.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
5.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
5.2.1.3.2. Leggings
5.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
5.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
5.2.1.3.5. Others
5.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
5.2.1.4.1. Respirators
5.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
5.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
5.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
5.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
5.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
5.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
5.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
5.2.1.5. Others
5.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
5.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
5.2.2. By End-User Industry
5.2.2.1. Manufacturing
5.2.2.2. Construction
5.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
5.2.2.4. Healthcare
5.2.2.5. Transportation
5.2.2.6. Firefighting
5.2.2.7. Food
5.2.2.8. Others
5.2.3. By Region
5.2.3.1. North America
5.2.3.2. Europe
5.2.3.3. Asia-Pacific
5.2.3.4. South America
5.2.3.5. The Middle East & Africa
- North America Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
6.1. North America Personal Protective Equipment Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
6.1.1. Demand
6.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
6.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
6.2.1. By Type
6.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
6.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
6.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
6.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
6.2.1.1.4. Others
6.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
6.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
6.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
6.2.1.2.3. Others
6.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
6.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
6.2.1.3.2. Leggings
6.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
6.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
6.2.1.3.5. Others
6.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
6.2.1.4.1. Respirators
6.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
6.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
6.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
6.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
6.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
6.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
6.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
6.2.1.5. Others
6.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
6.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
6.2.2. By End-User Industry
6.2.2.1. Manufacturing
6.2.2.2. Construction
6.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
6.2.2.4. Healthcare
6.2.2.5. Transportation
6.2.2.6. Firefighting
6.2.2.7. Food
6.2.2.8. Others
6.2.3. By Country
6.2.3.1. US
6.2.3.2. Canada
6.2.3.3. Mexico
6.2.4. Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
6.2.5. Economic Impact Study on North America Personal Protective Equipment Market
- Europe Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
7.1. Europe Personal Protective Equipment Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
7.1.1. Demand
7.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
7.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
7.2.1. By Type
7.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
7.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
7.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
7.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
7.2.1.1.4. Others
7.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
7.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
7.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
7.2.1.2.3. Others
7.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
7.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
7.2.1.3.2. Leggings
7.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
7.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
7.2.1.3.5. Others
7.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
7.2.1.4.1. Respirators
7.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
7.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
7.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
7.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
7.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
7.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
7.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
7.2.1.5. Others
7.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
7.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
7.2.2. By End-User Industry
7.2.2.1. Manufacturing
7.2.2.2. Construction
7.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
7.2.2.4. Healthcare
7.2.2.5. Transportation
7.2.2.6. Firefighting
7.2.2.7. Food
7.2.2.8. Others
7.2.3. By Country
7.2.3.1. Germany
7.2.3.2. UK
7.2.3.3. France
7.2.3.4. Italy
7.2.3.5. Rest of Europe
7.2.4. Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
7.2.5. Economic Impact Study on Europe Personal Protective Equipment Market
- Asia-Pacific Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
8.1. Asia-Pacific Personal Protective Equipment Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
8.1.1. Demand
8.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
8.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
8.2.1. By Type
8.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
8.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
8.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
8.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
8.2.1.1.4. Others
8.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
8.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
8.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
8.2.1.2.3. Others
8.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
8.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
8.2.1.3.2. Leggings
8.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
8.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
8.2.1.3.5. Others
8.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
8.2.1.4.1. Respirators
8.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
8.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
8.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
8.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
8.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
8.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
8.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
8.2.1.5. Others
8.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
8.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
8.2.2. By End-User Industry
8.2.2.1. Manufacturing
8.2.2.2. Construction
8.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
8.2.2.4. Healthcare
8.2.2.5. Transportation
8.2.2.6. Firefighting
8.2.2.7. Food
8.2.2.8. Others
8.2.3. By Country
8.2.3.1. India
8.2.3.2. Japan
8.2.3.3. Australia
8.2.3.4. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.2.4. Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
8.2.5. Economic Impact Study on Asia Pacific Personal Protective Equipment Market
- South America Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
9.1. South America Personal Protective Equipment Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
9.1.1. Demand
9.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
9.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
9.2.1. By Type
9.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
9.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
9.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
9.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
9.2.1.1.4. Others
9.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
9.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
9.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
9.2.1.2.3. Others
9.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
9.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
9.2.1.3.2. Leggings
9.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
9.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
9.2.1.3.5. Others
9.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
9.2.1.4.1. Respirators
9.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
9.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
9.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
9.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
9.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
9.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
9.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
9.2.1.5. Others
9.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
9.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
9.2.2. By End-User Industry
9.2.2.1. Manufacturing
9.2.2.2. Construction
9.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
9.2.2.4. Healthcare
9.2.2.5. Transportation
9.2.2.6. Firefighting
9.2.2.7. Food
9.2.2.8. Others
9.2.3. By Country
9.2.3.1. Brazil
9.2.3.2. Argentina
9.2.3.3. Rest of South America
9.2.4. Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
9.2.5. Economic Impact Study on South America Personal Protective Equipment Market
- The Middle East & Africa Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
10.1. The Middle East & Africa Personal Protective Equipment Market Size & Forecast,2017-2030
10.1.1. Demand
10.1.1.1. By Value (USD Billion)
10.2. Market Share & Forecast, 2017-2030
10.2.1. By Type
10.2.1.1. Hands & Arm Protection
10.2.1.1.1. Protective Gloves
10.2.1.1.2. Wrist Cuffs and Armlets
10.2.1.1.3. Elbow Protectors
10.2.1.1.4. Others
10.2.1.2. Protective Clothing
10.2.1.2.1. Full Body Suits
10.2.1.2.2. Surgical Gowns
10.2.1.2.3. Others
10.2.1.3. Foot & Leg Protection
10.2.1.3.1. Safety Boots and Shoes
10.2.1.3.2. Leggings
10.2.1.3.3. Metatarsal Guards
10.2.1.3.4. Toe Guards
10.2.1.3.5. Others
10.2.1.4. Respiratory Protection
10.2.1.4.1. Respirators
10.2.1.4.2. Breathing Apparatus
10.2.1.4.3. Eye & Face Protection Equipment
10.2.1.4.4. Safety Spectacles
10.2.1.4.5. Welding Shields
10.2.1.4.6. Safety Goggles
10.2.1.4.7. Face Shield
10.2.1.4.8. Head Protection
10.2.1.5. Others
10.2.1.5.1. Fall Protection
10.2.1.5.2. Hearing Protection
10.2.2. By End-User Industry
10.2.2.1. Manufacturing
10.2.2.2. Construction
10.2.2.3. Oil & Gas
10.2.2.4. Healthcare
10.2.2.5. Transportation
10.2.2.6. Firefighting
10.2.2.7. Food
10.2.2.8. Others
10.2.3. By Country
10.2.3.1. Saudi Arabia
10.2.3.2. UAE
10.2.3.3. South Africa
10.2.3.4. Rest of the Middle East & Africa
10.2.4. Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
10.2.5. Economic Impact Study on Middle East & Africa Personal Protective Equipment Market
- Competitor Analysis
11.1. Company Description
11.2. Financial Analysis
11.3. Key Products
11.4. Key Management Personnel
11.5. Contact Address
11.6. SWOT Analysis
11.7. Company Profile
11.7.1. 3M Co.
11.7.2. MSA Safety Inc.
11.7.3. Ansell Limited
11.7.4. Honeywell International Inc.
11.7.5. E I DuPont de Nemours and Co.
11.7.6. Kimberly-Clark Corporation
11.7.7. Lakeland Industries, Inc.
11.7.8. Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd.
11.7.9. Sioen Industries NV
11.7.10. Avon Protective Systems, Inc.
11.7.11. Radians, Inc.
11.7.12. JAL Group France SAS
11.7.13. COFRA S.R.L
11.7.14. Rock Fall Limited
11.7.15. Other Prominent Players
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Personal Protective Equipments are devices or appliances worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries.
Hard Hats, Leggings, Gloves, Foot Guards, Safety Shoes, Earplugs and Earmuffs, Eye Protection, Surgical Face Masks, Respirators, Face Shields are the Personal Protective Equipment examples.
Global Personal Protective Equipment Market is estimated to reach USD 135.25 billion by 2030, and It was valued at USD 78.23 billion in 2022
The growth rate of the Personal Protective Equipment market is 7.3%.
North America will lead the market by 2027 due to growing concerns for safety and regulations regarding personal protective equipment in various industries.
The key factors driving the Personal Protective Equipment market are increasing awareness of workplace safety and the huge demand for Personal Protective Equipment due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak.
