Global Protective Face Masks Market - 2024 - 2031

Report Overview

The Global Protective Face Masks Market reached US$ 9.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 21.31 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Face masks prevent disease droplets you cough, sneeze, or breathe from infecting others. They also help in preventing infectious diseases. Due to the increased knowledge of occupational safety and health in various industries, the market for protective face masks has been steadily increasing. In construction, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors face masks have always been used to shield employees from hazardous particulates, chemicals, or polluted air. There is still a steady demand for N95 respirators as well as surgical masks that are also driven by strict workplace protection norms and requirements of personal protective tools in hazardous conditions.

The demand for masks is also affected by the increase in air pollution concerns especially in the urban regions of developing countries apart from industrial use. This has led to an increased demand for allergy-proof and pollution-deflecting coverings such as those commonly found in highly polluted states. Furthermore mask designs like better filtering systems and improved comfort have made them more attractive thus catalysing their uptake to an even wider number of users.

Market Dynamics: Drivers

An increasing number of infectious diseases

The demand for the global protective face mask market is driven by multiple factors. The rising number of infectious diseases propels the market growth.

Infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, pertussis, avian influenza, and adenovirus infections can be prevented by wearing protective face masks. For instance, according to WHO, a total of 1.3 million people died from TB in 2022. Worldwide, TB is the second leading infectious killer after COVID-19 (above HIV and AIDS). In 2022, an estimated 10.6 million people fell ill with tuberculosis (TB) worldwide, including 5.8 million men, 3.5 million women and 1.3 million children. TB is present in all countries and age groups. TB is curable and preventable.

According to cdc.gov, an estimated 11-21 million cases of typhoid fever and 5 million cases of paratyphoid fever occur worldwide each year, causing an estimated 135,000-230,000 deaths. Approximately 85% of typhoid fever and 92% of paratyphoid fever cases in the United States occur among international travelers; most are in travelers returning from South Asia, primarily Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan.

Restraints

Factors such as competition and market saturation, stringent regulatory requirements, and supply chain disruptions regarding raw materials are expected to hamper the market.

Market Segment Analysis

The global protective face masks market is segmented based on type, material type, nature, distribution channel, and region.

The segment surgical masks accounted for approximately 48.6% of the global protective face masks market share

The surgical masks segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. In this segment, technological developments, the development of government regulation, and an increase in number of surgeries would drive this market.

For instance, in March 2024, Detmold Medical launched a new range of Tri-Panel Respirators and a Surgical Mask with a Visor. The new Surgical Visor comes with a pleated L3 surgical mask, attachment ties for a secure fit, as well as an integrated anti-glare visor that has undergone fog treatment.

Moreover, according to an article published in April 2024 in nih.gov, among persons living in households in the United States, 1 in 9 persons reported undergoing at least one surgical procedure in the past year. The highest prevalence was identified among persons 65 years and older and among Medicare beneficiaries, with surgical procedures reported by approximately 1 in 5 persons for both groups.

Market Geographical Analysis

North America accounted for approximately 43.8% of the global protective face masks market share

North America region is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. The rising incidence of infectious diseases, and growing awareness among people, in this region, help to propel the market.

For instance, according to an article posted by cidrap.edu in March 2024, the number of tuberculosis (TB) cases in the United States climbed in 2023, the third straight year of increases, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The data published showed that 9,615 TB cases were reported in the United States in 2023, a 16% increase from 2022 and the highest number reported since 2013. The TB incidence rate of 2.9 cases per 100,000 persons represented a 15% increase from 2022. TB incidence increased in every age group, with the largest increase seen in children ages 5 to 14 years.

As in previous years, most reported TB cases in 2023 (76%) occurred in non-US-born residents. But case counts rose among both US-born and non-US-born residents, who saw increases of 9% and 18%, respectively. Among US-born persons with TB, 33% were Black, 27% Hispanic, 26% White, 6% Asian, 5% American Indian or Native Alaskan, and 3% Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.

Moreover, in February 2024, Armbrust American acquired a 'Game-Changing' Reusable Face Mask from Breathe99. The manufacturer of US-made PPE has acquired the assets of Breathe99, which developed the elastomer-based face mask that can be washed and reused hundreds of times.

Market Segmentation

By Type

Surgical

ASTM 1

ASTM 2

ASTM 3

Respirator

N - Series

R - Series

P - Series

Procedure

Others

Dust mask

Fashion Mask

PITTA Mask

By Material Type

Polypropylene

Polyurethane

Polyester

Cotton

Others

PVC

Rubber

Silicon

By Nature

Disposable

Reusable

By Distribution Channel

Hospitals and Clinics

Industries

Pharmacy Stores

E-Commerce

Others

By Region

North America

The U.S.

Canada

Mexico

Europe

Germany

U.K.

France

Spain

Italy

Rest of Europe

South America

Brazil

Argentina

Rest of South America

Asia-Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Rest of Asia-Pacific

Middle East and Africa

Market Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the global protective face masks market include Cardinal Health Inc., 3M Company, Honeywell International Inc., Cantel Medical Corp., Medline Industries Inc., Alpha Pro Tech Ltd, DuPont, SAS Safety Corp., Kowa Company Ltd., Kimberly-Clark Corporation among others.

Key Developments

In August 2024, BASE CAMP announced a significant collaboration with WorldSkills Australia. The strategic partnership is designed to prioritize the health and safety of participants by providing them with top-of-the-line mask products.

In April 2024, Dr. Antonio Vazquez-Lopez and team from IMDEA materials, developed a new spray coating to improve the antiviral efficacy of personal protective equipment, notably face masks. The graphene oxide (GO) layer added to the mask possesses inherent antiviral properties due to its unique chemical structure, which can serve to render viruses non-infectious while prohibiting viral replication and propagation.

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