U.S. Flash Bang Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By End-use (Law Enforcement, Military, Others), And By Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030

U.S. Flash Bang Market Growth & Trends:

The U.S. flash bang market is expected to reach USD 32.6 million by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. This growth can be attributed to the growing incidents of civil disputes and disorders.

Flash bangs are categorized under less lethal ammunition, used to disperse the crowds without causing any intentional physical harm to the masses. Less Lethal Ammunition (LLA) is defined as ammunition that is intended to briefly disable, stun, or injure a person without actually entering the body. Law enforcement and military organizations typically employ it to control crowds and riots.

Flash bangs are disorientation devices that were created for military applications. However, with the growing population, these are now mainly used to disorient a large group of people from public places. These are manufactured like traditional grenades and explode with a delay of 1.5 seconds. The explosion causes a bright flash and loud sound of about 160-180 decibels. This results in temporary blindness, loss of balance, along with a sense of panic. These are also referred to as stun grenades and flash grenades.

The U.S. military and law enforcement entities each have an inventory of authorized, less-lethal ammunition. However, as this less lethal ammunition technology is constantly developing, the agencies are willing to obtain advanced ammo samples and carry out internal testing, which is to have a favorable impact on the market demand over the coming years.

Flash bang manufacturers procure the components from raw material suppliers either directly or through third-party distributors under competitively priced supply contracts or bidding arrangements. The product manufacturers procure raw materials from the suppliers to further offer customized solutions to their clients. They also enter into long-term contracts with raw material suppliers to maintain a robust supply. The involvement of several entities in the product flow from suppliers to manufacturers incurs a notable price share, thus influencing the value chain.

However, there have been certain incidents of accidents caused due to the use of flash bangs which have caused harm to individuals. This has negatively affected the market demand for a flash bang. Hence, proper training is provided to law enforcement officers and workforces to use the flash bangs adequately, without harming individuals during crowd dispersion.

The population of the U.S. experienced socio-political disputes over the last few years, which increased the use of less lethal weapons such as flash bangs in the market. Flash bangs are mainly used by military and law enforcement agencies such as the United States Armed Forces and SWAT teams to contain and manage crowds during civil riots and discrepancies. The companies are trying to strengthen their market position through acquisition, investment, and innovation. The majority of the players in the market have long-standing trade agreements with end-use organizations, which adds to their competitive advantage in the market.

U.S. Flash Bang Market Report Highlights:

• Based on end-use, the law enforcement segment accounted for USD 16.8 million in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.0% over the forecast period. This is due to a rise in the frequency of riots and upheaval among the population

• The law enforcement end-use segment dominated the market with the highest revenue share of 67.8% in 2022. The segment is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 4.0% from 2023 to 2030

• Flash bangs are primarily used by military and law enforcement agencies such as the United States Armed Forces and SWAT teams to contain and manage crowds during civil riots and discrepancies

• The U.S. flash bang industry is witnessing growth due to the increasing use of less lethal weapons by law enforcement agencies such as police forces to control public riots & commotions and maintain order in public gatherings and events

• The market players are focused on securing long-term agreements with premier security organizations around the world, giving them a competitive advantage