Respiratory Protection Equipment Market Report 2025

The respiratory protection equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.92 billion in 2024 to $11.62 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to risen cancer incidence, increased aging population, demand for precision medicine, patient preference for non-invasive procedures, advancements in radiotherapy.

The respiratory protection equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.44 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing cancer burden worldwide, advancements in oncology research, expanding access to healthcare, rising awareness and education, integration with multidisciplinary approaches. Major trends in the forecast period include rise in proton therapy integration, shift towards outpatient and freestanding centers, patient-centric treatment planning, growing clinical evidence and research, telemedicine and remote treatment planning.

The respiratory protective equipment market is anticipated to experience growth, driven by an escalating demand from the military and aviation sectors. The military and aviation sectors encompass industries engaged in the development, production, and maintenance of military equipment and aircraft. Within a country's government, the military sector is responsible for national defense and security, while the aviation sector focuses on the design, development, production, operation, and maintenance of aircraft. Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) plays a crucial role in military operations, safeguarding personnel from various respiratory hazards. Moreover, it finds applications in the aviation sector, particularly in emergency response and firefighting, providing protection against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats during combat and military operations. This surge in demand is exemplified by statistics indicating a substantial increase in passenger numbers for major Canadian airlines in March 2022, as well as significant values in UK security export sales and defense orders in 2021, highlighting the global trend driving the respiratory protective equipment market.

The growth of the respiratory protective equipment (RPE) market is expected to be fueled by an increase in the aging population. The term aging population refers to the rising median age within a population due to declining fertility rates and increased life expectancy. The elderly population faces a higher risk of severe illness or complications from respiratory infections, primarily due to age-related changes such as a weakened immune system and decreased lung function. As an example, projections from the ARC Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research indicate a significant increase in Australia's population aged 65 and over by 2041. This demographic shift, marked by a 54% increase from 2021 to 2041, underscores the heightened demand for respiratory protective equipment to address the specific needs and vulnerabilities of the aging population.

The prevailing trend in the respiratory protective equipment market revolves around product innovation, with major industry players strategically focusing on developing cutting-edge solutions to enhance their market positioning. A notable example is Honeywell International Inc., a prominent US-based conglomerate corporation, which introduced two new NIOSH-certified respirators in May 2022. The N95 respirator (DC365 Small Surgical N95 Respirator) and the innovative half-mask respirator (RU8500X series) are specifically tailored to address the needs of healthcare personnel, providing comfort during prolonged use. These additions to Honeywell's personal protective equipment portfolio not only elevate its standing but also contribute to creating safer environments conducive to human health. The reusable half-mask respirator, equipped with a filtered exhalation valve and a HEPA P100 filter, offers high-performance protection (99.9%) and effective source control, benefiting both the wearer and those in proximity.

Leading companies in the respiratory protection equipment market are increasingly focused on developing innovative solutions, such as personalized respiratory protection, to enhance user comfort, ensure a better fit, and improve overall safety for individuals. Personalized respiratory protection is advantageous in this market as it offers a customized fit for users, enhancing comfort, safety, and overall effectiveness. For example, in May 2022, Honeywell International, Inc., a US-based multinational conglomerate, introduced two new NIOSH-certified respiratory solutions for healthcare professionals: the DC365 small surgical N95 designed for smaller face sizes and the RU8500X series reusable half mask equipped with a HEPA P100 filter that provides 99.9% filtration and extended comfort. These innovations reinforce Honeywell’s position in the respiratory protection equipment market by delivering tailored and dependable PPE solutions.

In October 2023, AirLife, a US-based manufacturer and distributor of consumable breathing products, acquired the respiratory health division of Avanos Medical for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to bolster AirLife’s market leadership by establishing the company as a comprehensive provider of high-quality respiratory solutions, thereby promoting innovation and growth in critical care environments. Avanos Medical, Inc. is a US-based healthcare firm that focuses on medical devices and technologies designed to improve patient outcomes.

Major companies operating in the respiratory protection equipment market include 3M Company, Bullard Company, Honeywell International Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Ansell Ltd., Delta Plus Group, Intech Safety Pvt Ltd., MSA Safety Incorporated, ILC Dover LP, Avon Protection plc, Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc., Uvex Group, Gentex Corporation, Moldex-Metric INC., Dragerwerk AG And Co. KGaA, Scandia Gear Europe B.V., Imbema Cleton BV, Alpha ProTech Engineered Products Inc., Jayco Safety Products Pvt. Ltd., Lakeland Industries Inc., Venus Safety & Health Pvt. Ltd., North Safety Co.Ltd., Ocenco Inc., Polison Corporation, Prestige Ameritech company, RPB Safety LLC, Scott Safety, Shigematsu Works Co. Ltd., Sundström Safety AB, The Gerson Company, The Safety Zone LLC.

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

Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) constitutes specialized personal protective gear tailored to safeguard individuals against inhaling harmful substances or airborne contaminants that could pose respiratory risks. This equipment finds application across diverse industries such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, transportation manufacturing, construction safety, healthcare, and emergency services.

The primary categories of Respiratory Protective Equipment are Air-Purifying Respirators (APR) and Supplied Air Respirators. Air-Purifying Respirators (APR) fall under the umbrella of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and are strategically designed to shield individuals from inhaling hazardous airborne particles, gases, vapors, or fumes. This category encompasses various filters, including particle, gas and vapor, and combined filters, with distribution channels spanning direct, institutional, and retail avenues. Key end-users of these products span sectors such as oil and gas, fire services, petrochemical or chemical, industrial, pharmaceuticals, construction, healthcare, mining, and others.

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The respiratory protective equipment market consists of sales of filtering face pieces, breathing apparatus, powered air-purifying respirators, masks, and half-face respirators. 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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