Segments - Global Disposable Gloves Market By Types (Natural Rubber Gloves, Nitrile Gloves, Vinyl Gloves, Neoprene, Polyethylene, and Others), Forms (Powdered and Non-powdered), Distribution Channels (Offline [Hospitals, Clinics, Pharmacies, and Others] and Online), End-users (Medical [Examination and Surgical] and Non-medical [Food Services, Clean Room, and Industrial]), and Regions (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2021-2028.
The global disposable gloves market size is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 9.2% and is projected to reach USD 19.4 billion during the forecast period, between 2021 and 2028. The rising prevalence of several infectious diseases and increasing awareness related to safety, health, and hygiene among consumers is boosting the market.
Disposable gloves, also known as medical gloves refer to single-use hand protection gloves. These gloves are used for one time during medical procedures and examination then thrown away. The disposable gloves help in preventing cross-contamination between patients and caregivers and minimizing contact with dirt, pathogens, bacteria, viruses, and humidity. Disposable gloves are made from natural rubber, vinyl, nitrite, polyethylene, and neoprene materials. However, the disposable gloves contain anti-tear properties, provide high resistance against chemicals, and are extremely elastic and comfortable for managing everyday spills and mess in and around the house.
The report on the global disposable gloves market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Disposable Gloves Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2020 |
Historic Data |
2018–2019 |
Forecast Period |
2021–2028 |
Segmentation |
Types (Natural Rubber Gloves, Nitrile Gloves, Vinyl Gloves, Neoprene, Polyethylene, and Others), Forms (Powdered and Non-powdered), Distribution Channels (Offline [Hospitals, Clinics, Pharmacies, and Others] and Online), End-users (Medical [Examination and Surgical] and Non-medical [Food Services, Clean Room, and Industrial]) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Market scope, analysis, share, competitive analysis, Divers, restraints, opportunities, and revenue forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Bristol-Myers Squibb; AstraZeneca PLC; Pfizer Inc.; Biogen IDEC; Company; Sanofi; Genentech; Eli Lilly & Company; Merck & Company Inc.; Novartis AG; Johnson & Johnson; Roche; and Schering-Plough. |
In terms of types, the global disposable gloves market is segmented into natural rubber gloves, nitrile gloves, vinyl gloves, neoprene, polyethylene, and others. The nitrile gloves segment is expected to hold a significant market share during the forecast period, due to the growing adoption in the medical and chemical industries. The nitrile gloves eliminate the risk of latex allergy reactions by providing a high amount of comfort to the users. Moreover, nitrile gloves are the best solution for users who are working on corrosive and hazardous chemicals. These factors are anticipated to propel the segment during the forecast period.
On the basis of forms, the global disposable gloves market is segregated into powered and non-powered. The non-powder held a considerable share of the market in 2020, owing to the changing preference by various industries including medical, chemical, and food processing. Moreover, stringent regulatory framework imposed by the FDA on the use of powder gloves. The powder gloves are harmful to people suffering from asthma, rhinitis, peritoneal adhesions, conjunctivitis, granuloma formation, and other respiratory diseases. Therefore, FDA banned the use of powder gloves in the public healthcare sector, which is anticipated to propel the non-powder segment during the forecast period.
Based on distribution channels, the disposable gloves market is segregated into offline and online. The offline segment is further sub-segmented into hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and others. The offline segment is expected to hold a significant share of the market during the forecast period, attributed to the availability of a wide range of products. Moreover, offline purchasing offers cost-effective benefits to the whole consumers such as the healthcare industry. Therefore, disposable gloves are highly used by the healthcare industry, which helps the segment to grow in the forecast time period.
In terms of end-users, the global disposable gloves market is segmented into medical and non-medical. The medical segment is further sub-segmented into examination and surgical. The non-medical segment is further sub-segmented into food services, clean rooms, and industrial. The medical segment constituted a significant market share in 2020 and is projected to expand at a rapid rate during the forecast period, due to the growing adoption in various medical examinations and surgical procedures. Moreover, increasing demand for disposable gloves in hospitals, veterinary, and dental applications and are commonly used by surgeons and operating room nurses.
On the basis of regions, the global disposable gloves market is split into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. North America constituted a significant share of the market in 2020, due to the growing geriatric population and rising awareness related to the Healthcare-Associated Infections (HIAs). Moreover, increasing spending on healthcare infrastructure and system up-gradation is driving the market. The market in the North America is projected to expand at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, due to the growing demand for hand protection equipment such as durable and disposable gloves. Additionally, increasing investment in new facilities is projected to propel the market in North America.
Key players in the global disposable gloves market include ANSELL LTD, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Cardinal Health, Dynarex Corporation, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, KCWW, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, Medline Industries, LP, O&M Halyard, Sempermed, Sun Healthcare (M) Sdn. Bhd, and Top Glove Corporation Bhd. These players engage in mergers & acquisitions, collaborations, agreements, and partnerships to strengthen their geographical presence.