Rubber Gloves Market Report 2025

The rubber gloves market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $26.32 billion in 2024 to $30.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to health and hygiene awareness, medical and healthcare industry growth, food industry regulations, occupational safety standards, pandemic preparedness.

The rubber gloves market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $58.26 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising standards in food safety, expansion of the healthcare sector, increased focus on infection control, occupational safety practices, technological innovations in material science. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of usage beyond healthcare, sustainability initiatives in glove production, customization for specialized applications, strategic partnerships and collaborations, regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

The growing use of gloves in various surgical procedures is anticipated to boost the growth of the rubber glove market in the future. Gloves are hand coverings designed with separate sections for each finger and the thumb. Rubber gloves protect physicians and surgeons from direct contact with body fluids such as blood, urine, feces, mucous membranes, or surgical instruments during operations. For example, in June 2024, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), a US-based organization, reported that the total number of surgical and non-surgical procedures performed in 2023 reached 34.9 million, marking a 3.4% increase from 33.75 million in 2022. Thus, the rising use of gloves in various surgeries is driving the growth of the rubber glove market.

The expansion of construction activities is expected to contribute to the growth of the rubber glove market in the coming years. Construction activities encompass the numerous processes, tasks, and operations involved in building, erecting, or assembling structures, infrastructure, or facilities. Rubber gloves are crucial in construction settings, providing versatile protection by shielding hands from hazards such as chemicals, electrical currents, sharp materials, and harsh weather conditions. For instance, in June 2024, TST Europe AG, a Switzerland-based machinery parts manufacturer, reported that total construction spending in the United States rose from $1.84 trillion in 2022 to $1.98 trillion in 2023, reflecting an increase of 7.4%. Therefore, the upsurge in construction activities is propelling the growth of the rubber gloves market.

Technological advancements are a prominent trend gaining traction in the rubber gloves market. Leading companies in this sector are concentrating on technological innovations to enhance their position in the rubber glove industry. For example, in May 2023, Cranberry International Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysia-based manufacturer of nitrile gloves, introduced Bio Nitrile Biodegradable gloves. These gloves feature a unique additive that promotes microbial activity and imparts biodegradable properties. Despite their biodegradable nature, these gloves meet and exceed ASTM standards for tensile strength and force at break.

Leading companies in the rubber gloves market are actively introducing new products such as biodegradable gloves to gain a competitive edge. Biodegradable gloves are designed to naturally break down into harmless components when exposed to environmental conditions. In May 2023, Cranberry International Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysia-based personal protective solutions company, launched the Bio Nitrile Biodegradable Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves. These gloves, incorporating a unique additive, facilitate microbial activity in landfills, achieving up to 90% biodegradation within 1.5 years while surpassing ASTM standards for strength and durability.

In July 2024, Ansell Limited, an Australia-based manufacturer of gloves and personal protective equipment (PPE), acquired Kimberly-Clark's Personal Protective Equipment business. This acquisition allowed Ansell Limited to broaden its product portfolio and establish itself as a global leader in personal protection solutions. Kimberly-Clark Corporation is a US-based manufacturer of safety and personal protection equipment.

Major companies operating in the rubber gloves market include Cardinal Health Inc., Honeywell International Inc., 3M Company, Medline Industries Inc., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Sri Trang Gloves Public Company Limited, Ansell Ltd., Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, Ammex Corporation, Riverstone Holdings Limited, Supermax Corporation Berhad, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Mapa Professional GmbH, Lakeland Industries Inc., Superior Gloves Works Limited, Memphis Glove Crews Incorporated, Showa Corp, Kanam Latex Industries Pvt Ltd., Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad, Dynarex Corporation, Sempermed USA Inc., Unigloves (UK) Limited, Shield Scientific BV, Atlantic Safety Products Inc., The Glove Company, Medicom Inc., Smart Glove Corporation Sdn Bhd, Clean Q Grip Sdn. Bhd, Uvex Safety Winter Holding GmbH& Co, Acme Safetywears Limited, Longcane Industries Sdn Bhd, RFB Latex Limited, WRP Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd, Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn Bhd, Latexx Partners Berhad, Southern Glove Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the rubber glove market in 2024. The regions covered in the rubber gloves market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the rubber gloves market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Rubber gloves are protective coverings worn on the hands to reduce exposure to hazardous environments. They serve various purposes, such as household cleaning and personal care, providing significant protection from chemicals, hot water, stains, dust, oil, and other substances.

The primary types of rubber gloves are powdered and powder-free gloves. Powdered gloves typically contain cornstarch powder and are made from materials such as natural rubber or latex, nitrile, neoprene, among others. They serve various end-users such as medical and healthcare, automotive, oil and gas, food and beverage, metal and machinery, chemicals and petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, cleanroom, and others.

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The rubber glove market consists of sales of chloronite, vinyl, butyl rubber and neoprene. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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