Global Respiratory Masks Market Size, Share, and Trends Analysis Report, By Product Type (Filtering Facepiece Particle (FFP), Common Grade Surgical Masks, Non-Medical Grade Respiratory Masks, and Others), By Application (Military, Industrial, Public, Medical, and Others), By Material (Polypropylene (PP), Polyurethane, Polyester, Cotton, and Others), and By Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacy, Drug Store, Retail Pharmacy, and Online Pharmacy) Forecast Period (2022-2028)

The global respiratory masks market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.9 % during the forecast period (2022-2028). A respiratory mask, often known as a medical face mask, is a piece of personal protective equipment worn by medical personnel during procedures. It helps to avoid infections from spreading among patients. Furthermore, any staff treatment aids in the prevention of the spread of microorganisms. It functions as a barrier to prevent microorganisms from being inhaled in the air. The usage of breathing masks improves healthcare personnel’s safety and precautions. Different varieties of respiratory masks are available on the market, including N-95 masks, 3 PLY masks, 2 PLY masks, and K-95 masks.

 

Some driving factors for the global respiratory masks market are:

• The expansion of the respiratory mask market is fueled by an increase in the number of cases of viral and bacterial infections, an increase in hospital-acquired infections, an increase in the burden of infectious diseases such as COVID-19 infection, and an increase in surgical procedures, these factors associated with the market are propelling the growth of the market during the forecast period.
• Furthermore, the global COVID-19 outbreak, increased demand for improved surgery related products such as surgical face masks, increased awareness of hygienic practices, rise in health care expenses, increase in R&D activities to improve the quality of respiratory masks & the launch of the most effective respiratory mask such as the N-95 mask, and joint ventures with local market players are the key market players that drive the respiratory masks market’s growth.
• Government measures to improve awareness about sanitary practices, additionally, an increase in demand for infection control techniques, are likely to provide the profitable potential for market expansion.

Some major players in the market include Honeywell International Inc., Avon Protection, MSA Safety Inc., Ansell, and Gateway Safety, among others. The market players are additionally, contributing significantly to the growth of the market by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, partnerships, collaborations, and new product launches, in order to stay competitive in the market. For instance,

• In May 2021, the first nanofiber anti-pollution respirator mask has been released by Craft Cadence. With Polygiene Viraloff technology, the mask contains anti-odor qualities and decreases the influence of viruses on the mask.
• In August 2020, the N-95 comparable mask was launched by IIT-Hyderabad in India. The mask is dubbed US9, and it has a 98 percent filtration efficiency and is reusable.
• In April 2020, ANDRITZ Diatec, a division of the worldwide technology group ANDRITZ, created a fully automated, high-speed face mask converting line for the manufacture of disposable face masks. The innovative ANDRITZ D-Tech Face Mask line manufactures and laminates three or more layers of fabric (spun-bond, meltblown, thermo-bonded nonwovens, and others) while maintaining the highest quality and hygiene standards.

 

Market Coverage

• The market number available for – 2021-2028
• Base year- 2021
• Forecast period- 2022-2028
• Segment Covered-
  • By Product Type
  • By Application
  • By Material
  • By Distribution Channel
• Regions Covered-
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World

· Competitive Landscape- Honeywell International Inc., Avon Protection, MSA Safety Inc., Ansell,  Gateway Safety, and others.

 

Key questions addressed by the report

• What is the market growth rate?
• Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
• Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
• How has COVID-19 impacted the market?
  • Deviation from the pre-COVID-19 forecast
  • Most affected region and segment
• Who is the leader in the market?
• How players are addressing challenges to sustain growth?
• Where is the investment opportunity?

Global Respiratory Masks Market Report by Segment

By Product Type

• Filtering Facepiece Particle (FFP)
• Common Grade Surgical Masks
• Non-Medical Grade Respiratory Masks
• Others

By Application

• Military
• Industrial
• Public
• Medical
• Others

By Material

• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyurethane
• Polyester
• Cotton
• Others

By Distribution Channel

• Hospital Pharmacy
• Drug Store
• Retail Pharmacy
• Online Pharmacy

Global Respiratory Masks Market Report by Region

North America

• United States
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• Italy
• Spain
• France
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Rest of the World

• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa