Global Medical Protective Masks Market Research Report 2023-Competitive Analysis, Status and Outlook by Type, Downstream Industry, and Geography, Forecast to 2029

Global Medical Protective Masks Market Research Report 2023-Competitive Analysis, Status and Outlook by Type, Downstream Industry, and Geography, Forecast to 2029

Medical protective masks usually consist of three layers, used for filtering particles in the air and blocking droplets, blood, body fluids and secretions etc. They usually used for preventing the harmful substances which is visible or invisible in the air, so as not to be a bad influence to the human body.

Market Overview:

The latest research study on the global Medical Protective Masks market finds that the global Medical Protective Masks market reached a value of USD 3532.2 million in 2022. It’s expected that the market will achieve USD 6765.38 million by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 11.44% during the forecast period.

Proper expansion of production capacity

With the worldwide epidemic of the COVID-19 virus, the demand for masks will remain high. However, due to the impact of the epidemic, the normal work of the company is affected, and manufacturers of masks can appropriately expand production capacity to meet the high demand for masks according to local actual conditions. For example, in May 2020, Honeywell announced the expansion of face mask production line in the UK and about 4.5 million face masks will be produced and supplied to the UK government on a monthly basis. The move was a part of UK government’s response to address the shortage of protective face masks in the country. This strategy will enhance the company’s production capacity and strengthen its market position. Moreover, due to the epidemic of COVID-19, people's vigilance against epidemic diseases has increased, and more people may develop the habit of wearing masks in the future, which may bring development opportunities to the mask industry.

Increasing awareness regarding protective benefits of masks

Many people with the virus do not have symptoms - but can still be contagious - and masks can stop them from passing it on to others. People are becoming more aware of the benefits of masks. Procedure masks are used by caregivers during dental exams and check-ups. Also, procedure masks are used by individuals to reduce chances of allergies and common infections. Moreover, the surge in demand from the general public to combat the spread of coronavirus infection will augment the segment expansion. Such advantages associated with medical protective masks will propel the market growth. Additionally, the efficacy of these masks in preventing the spread of the coronavirus will also influence the product demand and impel the segment growth.

Increased competition

The competition among vendors will increase during the forecast period Vendors will compete to deliver competitive advantages in the market on the basis of pricing, user-friendly features, and value-added benefits. If the players continue to compete on price in Medical Protective Masks products, avoiding enhancing products with quality and technological content that could increase costs, it will be hard for them to sustain the fierce market where there is an increasing number of players.

Region Overview:

In 2021, the share of the Medical Protective Masks market in Asia Pacific stood at 37.67%.

Company Overview:

3M is one of the major players operating in the Medical Protective Masks market, holding a share of 6% in 2020.

3M

3M Company conducts operations in electronics, telecommunications, industrial, consumer and office, health care, safety, and other markets. The Company businesses share technologies, manufacturing operations, marketing channels, and other resources. 3M serves customers worldwide.

Halyard Health

Halyard, now part of the Owens & Minor family, is focused on advancing health and healthcare by delivering clinically-superior infection prevention and surgical solutions.

Segmentation Overview:

By type, Reusable Masks segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2021.

Disposable Masks

Disposable Masks are only used once, not multiple times. The intent of Disposable Masks is to protect the face from potential hazards such as dust/dirt, debris, pathogens, sprays/fluids, or chemicals. They’re a cheap, easy-to-wear face covering, and they also work to protect the people around.

Reusable Masks

Reusable Masks are made of high-quality materials, breathable and comfortable, washable and reusable. Can be directly rinsed with water. It can effectively prevent the intrusion of dust, car exhaust, pollen, etc.

Application Overview:

The market's largest segment by application is the segment Hospital & Clinic, with a market share of 56.01% in 2021.

Key Companies in the global Medical Protective Masks market covered in Chapter 3:

Shanghai Dasheng
Uvex
Te Yin
Ansell
KOWA
Cardinal Health
Halyard Health
McKesson
Gerson
Winner Medical
Hakugen
Irema
CM
Honeywell
3M
Allmed

In Chapter 4 and Chapter 14.2, on the basis of types, the Medical Protective Masks market from 2018 to 2029 is primarily split into:

Disposable Masks
Reusable Masks

In Chapter 5 and Chapter 14.3, on the basis of Downstream Industry, the Medical Protective Masks market from 2018 to 2029 covers:

Industrial & Business
Individual
Hospital & Clinic
Other

Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historic and forecast (2018-2029) of the following regions are covered in Chapter 8 to Chapter 14:

North America (United States, Canada)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Turkey, Switzerland, Sweden)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia)
Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa)