North America Personal Protective Equipment Market Companies, Consumption,
Drivers, Trends, Forces Analysis, Revenue, Challenges and Global Forecast
2029

The North America personal protective equipment market size was valued at USD 23.76 billion in 2021 and USD 26.99 billion in 2022. The market is expected to reach USD 38.15 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for personal protective equipment from the biochemical industry during the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to increase the market growth. The pandemic also spurred innovation in antiviral fabrics which is set to drive market growth. Demand from the food industry for the protection of food and various food products is set to propel market growth. Fortune Business Insights™ shares this information in its report titled “North America Personal Protective Equipment Market, 2022-2029.

Segments

Respiratory Protection to Lead Due to High Usage of PPE Kits

On the basis of product, the market is divided into hearing protection, head protection, protective clothing, eye face protection, protective footwear, hand protection, respiratory protection, fall protection, and others. Respiratory protection is the fastest growing segment as it was prescribed for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 virus. Respiratory protection is further divided into Air Purifying Respirators (APR) and supplied air respirators. This respirator can flush out 95% of very small particles.

Healthcare Segment to Lead Due to the Importance of Staff Safety in Healthcare Facilities
On the basis of end-use industry, the market is divided into manufacturing, construction, automotive, oil & gas, chemical, healthcare, food, transportation, and others. The healthcare segment is anticipated to have the dominant part due to increasing importance of staff safety in healthcare facilities.

Drivers and Restraints

Increasing Demand from the Food Industry Drive Market Expansion

Increasing demand from the food industry is anticipated to drive the North America personal protective equipment market growth. Many harmful substances can be found in food factories, ranging from anhydrous ammonia used in cooling systems to disinfectants needed to clean equipment. Industrial gases such as ammonia, carbon dioxide, chlorine, and ozone are used in food processing today for freezing, chilling, carbonating, and sterilizing. Such gases can create danger for employees, which is expected to propel market development for PPE kits. The pandemic also spurred innovation for antiviral fabrics, which is expected to push market growth.

Regional Insights

Growing Demand for PPE Amongst Healthcare and Paramedical Workers to Promote Regional Growth

The North America personal protective equipment market share is set to increase due to the growing demand for PPE amongst healthcare and paramedical workers. Increasing demand for coverall head gears from the healthcare industry owing to growing number of coronavirus cases. Increasing demand for head gears from the healthcare industry is expected to boost regional growth. The U.S. accounts for the largest market PPE market share due to increasing number of cases in New York, New Jersey, Washington D.C., and other cities.

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