Gowns, Masks and Gloves Market Report 2025

The gowns, masks and gloves market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.55 billion in 2024 to $17 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to healthcare demand, infection control measures, occupational safety standards, global health emergencies, advancements in material sciences.

The gowns, masks and gloves market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $26.54 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to consumer behavior shifts, supply chain resilience, globalization and travel patterns, healthcare infrastructure development, pandemic preparedness. Major trends in the forecast period include sustainable and eco-friendly materials, fashion integration, remote work impact, innovation in antimicrobial fabrics, localized manufacturing.

The increasing number of workplace fatalities is anticipated to drive the growth of the gowns, masks, and gloves market in the future. Workplace fatalities refer to deaths resulting from incidents occurring within the work environment. Gowns, masks, and gloves serve to protect workers from hazards that can lead to injury or death, creating a barrier against germs and helping to prevent their spread. For example, in July 2024, the British Safety Council, a registered charity based in England, reported that the 136 workplace fatalities recorded in 2022/23 represented an increase of 13 compared to the 123 deaths reported in 2021/22. This rise in workplace fatalities emphasizes the growing need for protective measures and contributes to the growth of the gowns, masks, and gloves market.

The rising demand in the pharmaceutical industry is projected to drive the growth of the gowns, masks, and gloves market in the future. The pharmaceutical industry encompasses the sector involved in the discovery, development, production, and marketing of drugs and pharmaceutical products. Gowns, masks, and gloves are essential in this industry to ensure worker safety, prevent contamination, control infections, and comply with regulatory standards, ultimately aiding in the production of high-quality and safe pharmaceutical products. For example, in June 2023, the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), a trade association representing the pharmaceutical sector in Europe, reported that total pharmaceutical production in Europe reached $384.2 billion (€340,000 million) in 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 4.95% from $366.26 billion (€323,950 million) in 2021. Thus, the increasing demand in the pharmaceutical industry is fueling the growth of the gowns, masks, and gloves market.

Major companies in the gowns, masks, and gloves market are concentrating on developing innovative products, such as sustainable gloves, to address the increasing demand for eco-friendly and biodegradable options. A sustainable glove is designed using environmentally friendly materials and processes that minimize negative environmental impacts. For example, in June 2023, Unigloves (UK) Limited, a UK-based manufacturing firm, introduced a new sustainable glove line called Nitrex RP, made from recycled plastics sourced from bottles and food containers, which significantly decreases the reliance on virgin materials. These gloves are certified to the OEKO-TEX Standard 100, ensuring they are free from harmful substances, and they comply with EN388 standards for mechanical, cut, and impact protection, making them suitable for a variety of industrial applications. Designed for comfort and usability, many models in this range are compatible with touch screens.

Leading companies in the gowns, masks, and gloves market are emphasizing innovative products such as head protection gear to enhance their revenue streams. Head protection products are a category of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to protect the head and brain from injuries, impacts, falling objects, or other potential hazards in various work environments or activities. For instance, in September 2022, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, a US-based manufacturer of heavy-duty power tools, hand tools, and accessories, launched head protection products. The Milwaukee BOLT system allows users to fasten safety accessories simultaneously, ensuring complete head protection. The bolt safety portfolio includes eye visors, metal mesh face shields, polycarbonate face shields, and the bolt red lithium USB headlamp. The new BOLT eye visors are designed to fit properly and work in conjunction with headlamps. The tool-free snap-in, snap-out coverings allow for easy replacement of the face shield lens once it has been removed. The bolt mesh full face shield, made of highly durable stainless steel, protects users from flying debris during chipping and cutting tasks.

In July 2024, Ansell, an Australia-based manufacturing company, acquired Kimberly-Clark's personal protective equipment division for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Ansell aims to broaden its product portfolio and enhance its service capabilities, positioning itself as a leader in personal protection solutions across multiple industries. This strategic decision is anticipated to accelerate growth and create operational efficiencies. Kimberly-Clark is a US-based manufacturer of personal protective equipment, producing high-quality gowns, masks, and gloves essential for healthcare safety.

Major companies operating in the gowns, masks and gloves market include 3M Company, Honeywell International Inc., Ansell Limited, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Alpha Pro Tech Limited, Mallcom Limited, Lakeland Industries Inc., Radians Inc., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Sioen Industries N.V., Medline Industries Inc., Halyard Health Inc., Cardinal Health Inc., Dynarex Corporation, Semperit AG Holding, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd., Supermax Corporation Berhad, Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad, Adventa Berhad.

North America was the largest region in the gowns, masks, and gloves market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the gowns, masks, and gloves market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the gowns, masks and gloves market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the gowns, masks and gloves market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Gowns, masks, and gloves encompass various equipment and clothing designed to safeguard individuals from potential health and safety hazards in the workplace, offering protection against physical, chemical, biological, and other types of risks that may lead to injury or illness.

The primary products within the category of gowns, masks, and gloves include head protection, eye protection, face protection, hearing protection, protective clothing, respiratory protection, protective footwear, fall protection, hand protection, and various others. Head protection involves the use of equipment or gear worn on the head to guard against impact and potential head injuries. These products are distributed through retail and online channels and find applications in diverse industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, transportation, mining, and various other end-user sectors.

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The gowns, masks, and gloves market consists of sales of surgical gowns, isolation gowns, cover all gowns, fabric or cotton gloves, leather gloves, and impact-resistant and vibration-resistant gloves. 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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