Global Disposable Gloves Market

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.

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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.

Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities:

• Rising medical tourism activities and the growing awareness related Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) among consumers in developing economies are boosting the market.
• The growing geriatric population and increasing patient spending on healthcare-associated with rising disposable income are driving the market.
• The increasing demand for disposable gloves, especially from the healthcare industry is associated with the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is fueling the market.
• Stringent rules and regulations imposed by the government related to patients’ safety are propelling the market.
• High cost of raw materials and huge capital required for initial investment. Thus, hampering the market.
• The availability of low-cost counterfeit gloves as a substitute product is hindering the market.
• Increasing focus by manufacturers towards the development of customized gloves such as hand mold and independent thumb design is generating opportunities in the market.
• Increasing investment by both the private and public sector towards the development of healthcare infrastructure are creating opportunities in the market.

Scope of the report:

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.

Disposable Gloves Market Segment Insights:

The nitrile gloves segment to grow during the anticipated period

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.

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Non-powder segment to grow in the forecasted 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.

Offline segment to grow at a significant pace in the near future

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.

Medical segment held substantial market share in 2020

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.

Market in North America is projected to grow the forecasted period

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.

Segments

• Natural Rubber Gloves
• Nitrile Gloves
• Vinyl Gloves
• Neoprene
• Polyethylene
• Others

• Powdered
• Non-powdered

• Offline

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Pharmacies
• Others

• Online

• Medical

• Examination
• Surgical

• Non-medical

• Food Services
• Clean Room
• Industrial

• North America
• Europe
• Latin America
• Asia Pacific
• Middle East & Africa

• 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
• Top Glove Corporation Bhd.

Competitive Landscape

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.