Disposable Respirator Market size is anticipated to reach USD 54 billion by the end of 2035, growing at a CAGR of 17% during the forecast period, i.e., 2023-2035. In the year 2022, the industry size of disposable respirator was over USD 29 billion. The growth of the market can be attributed to the rise in the number of COVID-19 cases and the increasing demand for disposable respirators in healthcare applications. WHO reports that a total of 99,244,445 COVID-19 cases and 120,923 deaths have been reported to WHO in China between January 2020 and April 2023. Also, there have been 9,350 new Coronavirus infections in India as of April 2023. With the increase in COVID-19 cases, disposable respirators such as N95 masks, surgical masks, and dust masks are expected to increase in popularity in the near future. Also, the governments of different countries are taking necessary steps to promote the use of these respirators to protect their citizens from the spread of the virus.
In addition to these, factors that are believed to fuel the market growth of disposable respirator include growing awareness about health and safety among workers, the rise in air pollution, and the increasing demand for protective equipment in hazardous industries such as chemical, oil and gas, and construction. For instance, a total of 67 million tons of pollution were released into the atmosphere in the United States in 2021. According to the World Health Organization, air pollution kills approximately 7 million people worldwide every year. In addition, 9 out of 10 people breathe air containing high levels of pollution, including particulates, carbon monoxide, ozone, and nitrogen dioxide. Rising air pollution levels have contributed to an increase in respiratory illnesses, making disposable respirators necessary to protect people from the harmful effects of air pollution.
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2022 |
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Forecast Year |
2023-2035 |
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CAGR |
~17% |
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Base Year Market Size (2022) |
~ USD 29 Billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2035) |
~ USD 54 Billion |
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Regional Scope |
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End-user (Transportation, Energy, Manufacturing, Construction, Healthcare, Food & Beverage)
The global disposable respirator market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by end use into transportation, energy, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, food & beverage, and others. Out of these, the manufacturing segment is estimated to gain the largest market share of about ~38% in the year 2035. The growth of the segment can be attributed to the robust industrial production and increasing demand for consumer goods. For instance, India's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sales increased by 16% in 2021, fueling economic expansion. Also, global manufacturing output increased by 7% from 2017 to USD 14,170 Billion in 2018. The demand for manufactured goods has been increasing over the past few years owing to the growth in the global population and the increasing disposable income of people. This has contributed to an increase in the demand for disposable respirators from the manufacturing sector. Additionally, the introduction of stringent safety regulations in the manufacturing sector has increased the demand for disposable respirators.
Product Type (N Series, P Series, R Series)
The global market for disposable respirator is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by product type into N series, P series, and R series. Out of these, the N series segment is estimated to gain a significant market share of about ~49% in the year 2035. The N Series respirators have the highest level of protection and are often used in health care and other industries where there is a risk of exposure to hazardous particles or pathogens. The increasing demand for protective equipment in the healthcare industry owing to the COVID-19 pandemic has further boosted the demand for N Series respirators. The N series respirators are designed for comfort and feature special designs that make them easier to wear for long periods of time, making them a popular choice for medical professionals and essential workers. In addition, the N series respirators are designed to filter out particles as small as 0.3 microns, providing superior protection against airborne viruses and other contaminants.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:
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APAC Market Statistics
The market share of disposable respirators in Asia Pacific, amongst the market in all the other regions, is projected to be the largest with a share of about ~35% by the end of 2035. The growth of the market can be attributed majorly to the growing awareness among the people about the importance of respiratory protection, especially in countries like India, China, and Japan. Moreover, the increasing number of industrial activities, the presence of a large number of manufacturers of disposable respirators, and the increasing demand for respiratory protective devices are projected to drive regional market growth. A majority of these masks are made in China, and the country imported over 55 million respirators and masks in the first week after the January 2020 lockdown in Wuhan, where the Coronavirus was discovered. The daily production of medical masks in China reached 13 million in February 2020, adding to the growth in medical mask production. Additionally, the governments in various countries in the region are taking initiatives to promote the use of disposable respirators in their respective countries, which is further driving the market.
North American Market Forecast
The North American disposable respirator market is estimated to be the second largest, registering a share of about ~28% by the end of 2035. The growth of the market can be attributed majorly to the growing awareness about respiratory health and the increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases and allergies in the region. Moreover, rapid industrialization and increasing construction activities in the region are projected to accelerate the demand for disposable respirators. Industrialization and construction activities often result in air pollution, which necessitates the use of respirators to protect workers from inhaling hazardous particles. Additionally, these activities often require the use of potentially hazardous chemicals, which require the use of respirators for safety. Further, the increasing awareness of workplace safety regulations has contributed to the implementation of stringent regulations in the region regarding the usage of protective equipment in workplaces, which has further propelled the demand for respirators.
Europe Market Forecast
Further, the market in Europe, amongst the market in all the other regions, is projected to hold a majority of the share by the end of 2035. The growth of the market can be attributed majorly to the increasing awareness of the need to protect oneself from the inhaling of hazardous particles in the environment, along with the emergence of stringent safety regulations regarding the use of personal protective equipment in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and others, are expected to drive the growth of the disposable respirator market in Europe. For instance, a general product safety regulation proposal was agreed upon by the European Parliament and Council on 28 November 2022. Moreover, The European region has a growing tourist traffic owing to the many attractions it has to offer, including historic monuments and natural beauty. With increased tourist traffic, there is an increased risk of diseases spreading as people travel from different countries. Using disposable respirators is one of the best ways to prevent airborne diseases, and this increased demand is expected to drive the regional market.
Author Credits: Radhika Gupta, Shivam Bhutani
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