Global Face Shields Market by End-use (Healthcare, Construction, Chemical), by Product (Half Face Shield, Full Face Shield) and Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa), Forecast To 2028

Summary of the Report

Global face shields market was worth USD 1.7 billion in 2019. It is projected to grow at a compound annual rate (CAGR), of 15.0% between 2020 and 2027. Rising awareness about healthcare-associated infections, along with the growing cases of Covid-19 across the globe, has resulted in augmenting the demand for face shields. Thermoplastic face shields are resistant to heat, chemicals, and other hazards. These products are used in a variety of healthcare settings. They have been a key part of protecting patients and healthcare workers from cross-contamination during surgeries and medical examinations.

A growing geriatric population, sophisticated healthcare infrastructure and relatively high disposable incomes are all key factors that drive the U.S. healthcare industry. The recent Covid-19 pandemic is expected to be a major driver for face shields throughout the country.

Many face shields are used in various healthcare settings as well as end-use industries. It is mandatory in the healthcare sector and highly recommended.

Some healthcare facilities have been under tremendous pressure from the Covid-19 pandemic, while others have had to cope with it beyond their capabilities. Every health resource can be leveraged to minimize the impact of this pandemic and respond to the global public health emergency. The result is that the national governments fail to protect healthcare workers in an industry dynamic changing rapidly.

The World Health Organization estimates that healthcare workers were responsible for 10% of all Covid-19-related infections worldwide in July 2020. It is crucial that healthcare workers have access to PPE. Many manufacturers have increased production capacity to make face shields and other PPE on a larger scale.

Product Insights

The market was dominated by full face shields, which accounted for 61.5% global revenue share in 2019. This market will grow at a faster CAGR of 61.5% between 2020 and 2027 due to high demand in face protection for various industries such as healthcare, chemical, oil and gas, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and chemical. There are many types of full-face protections available, including a headband and disposable, pivot, wide, and wide face shields. Food-grade plastic shields can also be used, as well as face shields that have built-in glasses.

Market participants can expect to see growth opportunities due to rising product demand in healthcare, coronavirus epidemic, and increased awareness about safety at work in different end-use industries. The half face shields market is expected to grow steadily from 2020-2027 in the United States, especially due to rising adoption by pre-hospital emergency physicians, laboratory workers and veterinary care personnel, as well as healthcare workers.

Half-face shields can be used as an alternative to goggles, as they prevent eye contamination by bodily fluids. Face shields can be used in conjunction with other personal protection equipment because they do not provide a good peripheral seal.

End-use Insights

The market's largest end-use market was healthcare, accounting for 23.7% in total market revenue in 2019. The rapid growth of Covid-19 cases around the world has resulted in a shortage of face shields for healthcare professionals. Product adoption has been boosted by strict U.S. government regulations regarding the safety of healthcare professionals and high penalties for not complying with these standards.

Protect workers from chemical splashes, sprays, and light radiation. The forecast period will see a rise in workplace injuries that will drive product demand in construction.

Acetate-based face shields are widely used in chemical applications because they offer high optical clarity, rigidity, and flexibility. Products made from acetate are also resistant to impact and can withstand cracking at a wide range temperatures. They also have excellent resistance to oil and grease. They are also flexible over long periods of time and don't become distorted at normal temperatures.

The manufacturing industry will see a 13.1% CAGR in product demand between 2020 and 2027. Many non-profit organizations have partnered with manufacturing companies in order to raise awareness about worker safety through training modules and campaigns. Product manufacturers will also benefit from the increased government attention to safety at work over the forecast period.

Regional Insights

Europe accounted for 33.3% global revenue share in 2019, and led the market. The region was the market leader and accounted for 33.3% of global revenue share in 2019. However, lockdowns in key cities caused a halt to construction activities. This likely had a negative impact on product demand. China's growing geriatric population, rapid modernization, improved living standards, and an expanding healthcare infrastructure are some of the reasons that China's medical & healthcare industry will thrive. These factors will also have a positive effect on the market growth for face shields over the forecast period.

Employers will be more concerned about employee safety and health in earthquake-prone regions. They should adhere to safety regulations at work and encourage employees to use PPE in high-risk situations. Market growth is expected to be driven by this. In addition, the increased construction activity to rebuild structures damaged by natural calamities is expected to have a positive effect on product demand. The rise in Covid-19 cases in South Africa has prompted the regional government of South Africa to increase the procurement drive for PPE, which will ensure that there is a steady supply and support market growth.

Market Share Insights & Key Companies

Global markets are highly competitive. They are characterized by both regional and global companies. The market's demand-supply gap is due to a variety of factors, including lack of raw materials, labor shortages and lockdowns in different countries. Many domestic manufacturers have had to increase their production capacity due to product shortages.

To meet the increasing demand for face shields due to the Covid-19 crisis, several apparel companies started making them. Adidas, a multinational German manufacturer of footwear, clothing and accessories, partnered with Carbon in the United States to produce 3D printed face shields. The following are some of the major players in the global market for face shields:

• The 3M Company

• Honeywell International, Inc.

• Alpha Pro Tech

• Casco Bay Molding

• Kimberly-Clark Corp.

• Lakeland Industries

• MSA Safety

• Precept

• Prestige Ameritech

• Pyramex Safety Products, LLC

• Protective Products Sanax

• Key Surgical

• KARAM

• Medline Industries, Inc.

• Gateway Safety, Inc.

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Global Face Shields Market Report Segments:

The market is segmented by End-use (Healthcare, Construction, Chemical), by Product (Half Face Shield, Full Face Shield).

Face Shields Market research report delivers a close watch on leading competitors with strategic analysis, micro and macro market trend and scenarios, pricing analysis and a holistic overview of the market situations in the forecast period. It is a professional and a detailed report focusing on primary and secondary drivers, market share, leading segments and geographical analysis. Further, key players, major collaborations, merger & acquisitions along with trending innovation and business policies are reviewed in the report.

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Overview of the regional outlook of the Face Shields Market:

Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.

Highlights of The Face Shields Market Report:

1. The market structure and projections for the coming years.
2. Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of Face Shields Market.
3. Historical data and forecast.
4. Estimations for the forecast period 2028.
5. Developments and trends in the market.

                1. Healthcare

                2. Construction

                3. Chemical

                1. Half Face Shield

                2. Full Face Shield

8. Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
9. Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
10. Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
11. Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.

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