Global Personal Protective Equipment Market by Product (Protective Clothing, Respiratory Protection), by End-use (Healthcare, Manufacturing) and Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa), Forecast To 2028

Summary of the Report

Global personal protective equipment market was valued at USD 77.3 billion in 2020. It is projected to grow at 7.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), between 2020 and 2028. The demand for personal protective gear (PPE), will rise due to increasing awareness about hygiene in order to prevent transmission of pathogens to healthcare facilities. To stop the spread of the disease, several countries have implemented strict measures due to Covid-19. These included the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (U.S.) that protects public health workers and provides paid leave and free testing. In 2020, the PPE market was boosted by increased domestic production and restraints on product imports.

The strict regulations imposed in the U.S. by the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration have had a positive effect on the demand for products from end-use sectors in the country. The increased use of personal safety equipment in the U.S. is also a result of employee awareness.

Market growth is expected to be driven by constant innovations such as the creation of lighter, more comfortable industrial protective gear using premium-quality fabrics. Market growth will also be supported by a demand for protective equipment that combines safety with aesthetics and technological innovation.

Private-label product manufacturing will be encouraged by factors such as better technical support and increased awareness about the price-performance ratio. The product demand is being driven by rising contract-based manufacturing of PPE according to distributor specifications. This is mainly in the developed economies of North America, Western Europe and North America.

To bridge the gap between supply and demand, companies in Asia's textile industry have converted their factories to produce PPE after the outbreak of Covid-19. China is the world's largest exporter PPE (masks, gloves, goggles and protective gowns), but its exports have fallen by about 15% since the outbreak.

Product Insights

Hand protection products accounted for 28% of the total revenue in 2020. This segment is expected to continue growing at a steady CAGR over the forecast period. Protective gloves are needed in construction, food processing, metal fabrication, and healthcare.

The second largest product category is protective clothing. This includes cleanroom clothing, chemical defending, heat and flame protection, and mechanical protecting clothing. These products' high-performance attributes have led to increased demand from various industries.

The market share for protective footwear was significant. It is expected to grow at 6.8% annually due to increased product demand and workplace fatalities. The segment's growth will be influenced by employers becoming more aware of the need to protect their employees from foot injuries due to electric shock, chainsaws, and metatarsal impacts.

The respiratory protection equipment protects workers against harmful gases and vapors as well as particulates, chemical agents and radiological particles. The forecast period will see a rise in demand for unpowered respirators mainly from the petrochemical and mining, cement, construction, co, fertilizers and oil & Gas sectors.

End-use Insights

In 2020, the healthcare segment accounted for more than 29% of the total market revenue. This segment will continue to grow at the fastest rate of CAGR during the forecast period. End-users consider many factors when purchasing protective clothing. These include the material and coverage it provides, seam barrier properties and other features such as closures. Due to the rapid spread and popularity of the coronavirus, the U.S. has seen an increase in demand for protective clothing including coveralls/gowns.

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has also issued an enforcement policy on gowns and other apparel in order to increase the supply of critical protective clothing for healthcare workers during the pandemic. Polyethylene and Spunbond Meltblown Spunbond are two common materials used in the production and distribution of gowns and coveralls. Due to the high risk of accidents in upstream and downstream activities, the oil and gas industry was a major contributor to revenue. It is expected that the industry will continue to grow over the forecast period.

This segment is expected to see a rise in product demand due to the growing oil & chemical and petrochemical industries in China, India and Saudi Arabia. The global food and beverage industry is expected to grow over the forecast period. The industry's many processes, including mixing, weighing and cutting, cleaning, dispensing and warehousing can present serious risks. This is what drives product demand in this sector.

Regional Insights

North America, led by the U.S. in global market revenue share, accounted for more than 33% of the global market's total in 2020. This is due to its developed end-use industries and high product adoption in healthcare. The U.S. has high product penetration due to strict regulatory requirements and severe penalties for non-compliance.

Asia Pacific will be the fastest-growing region market with a CAGR 8.3% during the forecast period. This is due to rapid industrialization and economic growth in the region. Employers in different end-use industries will be forced to use protective equipment to increase product demand due to the high compensation costs associated to workplace deaths.

Part of Russia's reform plan is the upgrading of the infrastructure and public healthcare system. These developments will drive demand for medical equipment. Due to the rapid growth of the medical sector, the demand for hand protection equipment such as disposable or durable gloves is expected to see significant growth.

Market growth was positively affected by the recovery of Malaysia's manufacturing sector during the second half 2018. Market growth is expected to be driven by the steady growth in the chemical industry and the increasing use of PPE in chemical production due to increased awareness about employee safety.

Market Share Insights & Key Companies

The addition of value-added components is expected to lead to marginal increases in product prices in the above-the neck PPE market. The application of anti-fog coatings to prescription eyewear will marginally increase product prices. Due to increased demand for durable, customized equipment, companies are shifting their attention towards making fashionable and comfortable products. The following are some of the major players in global personal protective equipment market (PPE).

• Honeywell International, Inc.

• Lakeland Industries, Inc.

• DuPont

• 3M

• Ansell Ltd.

• Avon Rubber plc

• COFRA S.r.l.

• Uvex Safety Group

• Lindstrom Group

• BartelsRieger Atemschutztechnik GmbH

• Rock Fall (U.K.), Ltd.

• Mine Safety Appliances (MSA Company)

• Radians, Inc.

• Polison Corp.

• Gateway Safety, Inc.

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Global Personal Protective Equipment Market Report Segments:

The market is segmented by Product (Protective Clothing, Respiratory Protection), by End-use (Healthcare, Manufacturing).

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Overview of the regional outlook of the Personal Protective Equipment 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 Personal Protective Equipment Market Report:

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

                1. Protective Clothing

                2. Respiratory Protection

                1. Healthcare

                2. Manufacturing

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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