Personal Protective Equipment Market by Type (Hand & Arm Protection, Protective Clothing, Foot & Leg Protection), End-use Industry (Manufacturing, Construction, Oil & Gas, Healthcare, Transportation, Firefighting, Food), Region - Global Forecast to 2028
Personal Protective Equipment Market Overview
In terms of value, personal protective equipment market size is projected to increase from USD 54.0 billion in 2023 to USD 69.4 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 5.1%. The rising awareness about importance of workplace safety is a pivotal driver in personal protective equipment market, particularly in the context of manufacturing, healthcare, and construction industry. Personal protective equipmentrefers to specialized clothes or equipment meant to protect individuals from numerous health and safety threats in the workplace or other places. PPE is critical for reducing exposure to a variety of dangers, including physical, chemical, biological, a radioactive substance and psychological concerns. These safety requirement trend is further propelling the personal protective equipment.
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Market Dynamics
Driver: Rising awareness about importance of workplace safety
Personal protective equipment conserve workers from workplace injuries and hazards. Instances of non-compliance in the application of personal protective equipment are rising. According to OSHA, workplace injuries have witnessed an increase each year in the US. OSHA reported that workplace eye injury costs an estimated about USD 300 million per year in lost productivity, medical treatment, and worker compensation. The increased emphasis on the necessity of safeguarding the safety and well-being of workers in many industries has been an important driver in the context of the Personal Protective Equipment market. This increased awareness has resulted in an increase in demand for personal protective equipment goods meant to safeguard individuals from occupational risks, which has had a significant impact on the PPE market.
Restraints: Increased automation in end-use industries
The growth of the personal protective equipment market is reliant on the growth of employment in various end-use industries. Automation frequently leads to fewer human workers in manufacturing and other industries. Since there are less employees, traditional personal protective equipment, such as gloves and protective clothes, maybe in reduced demand. In a national survey by the Pew Research Center, 65.0% of Americans expect that much of the work currently done by humans is expected to be done by robots or computers within 50 years. Increasing automation in industries is reducing workforce requirements in industries. Hence, the decrease in the number of workers in an industry is expected to have a negative impact on the personal protective equipment industry.
Opportunities: Growing healthcare industry in emerging economies
The growing healthcare industry in emerging economies presents a significant opportunity in the context of the personal protective equipment market. Emerging economies, such as those in Asia, Africa, and South America, have seen rapid growth in their healthcare industries. Moreover, Increased healthcare spending, expanded infrastructure, and a stronger emphasis on safety and infection control in these countries are driving demand for global safety products (personal protective equipment products), creating an upbeat future for personal protective equipment makers and investors.
Challenges: Increased comfort along with functionality
One of the major challenges for personal protective equipment manufacturers is to provide comfortable and multi-functional personal protective equipment. While the primary goal of personal protective equipment is to protect individuals from numerous industrial hazards, the issue is to balance this protection with the comfort and usefulness of the gear. This problem is exacerbated in businesses where workers are compelled to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time, typically in hazardous environments. Moreover, innovations in ppe materials and design have been pivotal in addressing this challenge.
Personal Protective Equipment Market Ecosystem
Prominent companies in this market include well-established personal protective equipment manufacturers. These businesses have been in ppe business for a while and have an extensive range of personal safety products, pioneering technologies, and strong international ppe sales and marketing networks. Top companies in this market include Honeywell International Inc. (US), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US), 3M Company (US), Ansell Limited (Australia), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US), Lakeland Industries, Inc. (US), Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (Canada), Sioen Industries NV (Belgium), Radians Inc. (US), and MSA Safety Inc. (US).
Based on type, protective clothing is a second largest market for personal protective equipment, in terms of value, in 2022.
The relevance of protective gear in protecting individuals from a wide range of hazards, including chemical, biological, radiological, and physical risks, is becoming more widely recognized. The importance of protective clothes for healthcare personnel and the public has been highlighted by situations like the COVID-19 epidemic. Protective apparel is used in a variety of industries for a variety of purposes. Flame-resistant clothes for oil and gas workers, high-visibility clothing for construction and transportation workers, chemical-resistant suits for laboratory and industrial employees and cleanroom suits for pharmaceutical and electronics manufacturers are just a few examples. Additionally, the growing global population and expanding labor force in various industries require a larger supply of personal protective clothing and equipment to ensure worker safety. This demographic factor contributes to the segment's growth.
Based on end-use industry, manufacturing is estimated to be the largest market segment for personal protective equipment market, in terms of value, in 2022.
Many countries were recovering economically from the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in restored manufacturing activity, which would fuel demand for personal protective equipment to safeguard the expanding workforce. Moreover, Workers' safety has become increasingly important in the manufacturing sector, not only to protect employees but also to boost productivity, reduce absences, and lower insurance and compensation costs. Furthermore, the commercial industry has focused on ethical practices and ergonomic designs in personal protective equipment, ensuring that workers' protection is both environmentally friendly and comfortable.
“North America is estimated to be the largest region in personal protective equipment market in 2022, in terms of value”
North America has some of the world's strongest safety regulations. Companies are obligated by these requirements to supply their employees with the proper personal protective equipment to protect them against risks. Employers and employees in North America are usually aware of the significance of safety. Furthermore, smart personal protective equipment incorporates sensors and other technology to monitor the user's health and safety. Smart personal protective equipment is gaining popularity in North America since it can help to prevent accidents and injuries. Moreover, the healthcare sector is a major consumer of personal protective equipment in North America. The aging of the North American population is increasing the need for healthcare services. Overall, the North American personal protective equipment market is expanding significantly, with the healthcare sector serving as the key driver. Stringent safety laws, increased demand from the healthcare sector, and rising safety awareness are all driving growth in the North American personal protective equipment market.
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Key Market Players
The key players profiled in the report include Honeywell International Inc. (US), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US), 3M Company (US), Ansell Limited (Australia), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US) among others, are the key manufacturers that holds major market share in the last few years. A major focus was given to collaborations, partnerships, and new product development due to the changing requirements of users across the world.
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Report Metric |
Details |
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Years considered for the study |
2017–2028 |
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Base year considered |
2022 |
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Forecast period |
2023–2028 |
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Units considered |
Value (USD Million/Billion) |
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Segments covered |
Type, End-use Industry, and Region |
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Regions covered |
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
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Honeywell International Inc. (US), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US), 3M Company (US), Ansell Limited (Australia), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US), Lakeland Industries, Inc. (US), Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (Canada), Sioen Industries NV (Belgium), Radians Inc. (US), and MSA Safety Inc. (US) |
This report categorizes the global personal protective equipment market based on type, end-use industry, and region.
Based on type, the personal protective equipment market has been segmented as follows:
- Hands & Arm Protection
- Disposable Gloves
- Reusable Gloves
- Others
- Protective Clothing
- Disposable Protective Clothing
- Reusable Protective Clothing
- Foot & Leg Protection
- Respiratory Protection
- Disposable Face mask
- Reusable Face Mask
- Others
- Eye & Face Protection
- Head Protection
- Others
- Hearing Protection
- Fall Protection
Based on end-use industry, the personal protective equipment market has been segmented as follows:
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Oil & Gas
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- Firefighting
- Food
- Others
- Law Enforcement
- Utilities
- Mining
- Military
- Sports
Based on region, the personal protective equipment market has been segmented as follows:
- North America
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- Middle East & Arica
- South America
Recent Developments
- In 2022, Honeywell International Inc. announced a commercial partnership with AstraZeneca to develop next-generation respiratory inhalers that use near-zero global warming potential (GWP) propellants to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- In 2020, 3M Company expanded its business by increasing its monthly production rate of N95 respirators from thirty-five million respirators to more than ninety-five million respirators as ordered by the US Department of Defense due to the COVID-19 crisis. This will help the company to fulfill the increasing demand for the N95 respirators.
- In 2020, DuPont de Nemours, Inc. announced a partnership with Merrow (US) to supply Tyvek material to Merrow for the manufacture of isolation gowns made with Tyvek 1222A as part of the #TyvekTogether program. This partnership will help the company to diversify its product material.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
What are the major developments impacting the market?
The growth in manufacturing industry and infrastructure development is expected to shift market demand.
Who are major players in personal protective equipment market?
Honeywell International Inc. (US), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US), 3M Company (US), Ansell Limited (Australia), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US), Lakeland Industries, Inc. (US).
What is the major end-use industry of personal protective equipment?
Manufacturing is the major end-use industry for personal protective equipment market during the forecast period.
What are the major factors restraining market growth during the forecast period?
Lack of awareness of personal protective equipment
What are the various strategies key players are focusing within personal protective equipment market?
Key players are majorly focused on new product launch and partnering with local or regional players within the market, to attract larger market share globally. .
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The study involved four major activities in estimating the market size for personal protective equipment market. Intensive secondary research was done to gather information on the market, the peer market, and the parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were employed to estimate the complete market size. Post that, the market breakdown and data triangulation procedures were used to estimate the market size of the segments and subsegments.
Secondary Research
Secondary sources used in this study included annual reports, press releases, and investor presentations of companies; white papers; certified publications; articles from recognized authors; and gold standard & silver standard websites such as Factiva, ICIS, Bloomberg, and others. The findings of this study were verified through primary research by conducting extensive interviews with key officials such as CEOs, VPs, directors, and other executives. The breakdown of profiles of the primary interviewees is illustrated in the figure below:
Primary Research
The personal protective equipment market comprises several stakeholders, such as personal protective equipment suppliers (raw material suppliers), end-product manufacturers, and regulatory organizations in the supply chain. The demand side of this market is characterized from key opinion leaders in various applications for the personal protective equipment market. The supply side is characterized by advancements in technology and diverse application industries. Various primary sources from both the supply and demand sides of the market were interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information.
Breakdown of Primary Participants
Note: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 companies are classified based on their market revenue in 2022 available in the public domain, product portfolios, and geographical presence.
Other designations include consultants and sales, marketing, and procurement managers.
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Honeywell International Inc. |
Global Strategy & Innovation Manager |
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3M Company |
Technical Sales Manager |
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DuPont de Nemours, Inc. |
Senior Supervisor |
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Ansell Limited |
Production Supervisor |
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Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
Production Manager |
Market Size Estimation
Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were used to estimate and validate the total size of the personal protective equipment market. These methods were also used extensively to estimate the size of various subsegments in the market. The research methodology used to estimate the market size includes the following:
- The key players in the industry have been identified through extensive secondary research.
- The supply chain of the industry has been determined through primary and secondary research.
- All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns have been determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
- All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to obtain the final quantitative and qualitative data.
Personal Protective Equipment Market: Bottom-Up Approach
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Personal Protective Equipment Market: Top-Down Approach
Data Triangulation
After arriving at the overall market size—using the market size estimation processes as explained above—the market was split into respective segments and subsegments. To realize the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics of each market segment and subsegment, the data triangulation, and market breakdown procedures were employed, wherever applicable. The data was triangulated by studying several factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides in the personal protective equipment industry.
Market Definition
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a broad category of protective clothing and equipment that is manufactured, distributed, and used to protect humans from numerous hazards and risks in the workplace and other contexts. Personal protective equipment from PPE industry encompasses a wide range of goods intended to protect against physical, chemical, biological, radioactive, and ergonomic hazards. This market includes manufacturing, construction, healthcare, transportation, oil and gas, and emergency services, as well as sectors dealing with public safety, cleanliness, and environmental protection.
Key Stakeholders
- Personal protective equipment manufacturers
- Raw material manufacturers
- Government planning commissions and research organizations
- Industry associations
- End-use industries
- R&D institutions
Report Objectives
- To analyze and forecast the size of the personal protective equipment market in terms of value
- To provide detailed information regarding key factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities influencing the growth of the market
- To define, describe, and segment the personal protective equipment market based on type, and end-use industry
- To forecast the size of the market segments for regions such as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and the Middle East & Africa
- To strategically analyze the segmented markets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contribution to the overall market
- To identify and analyze opportunities for stakeholders in the market
- To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
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Regional Analysis
- Further breakdown of a region with respect to a particular country or additional application type
Company Information
- Detailed analysis and profiles of additional market players (up to five)
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