| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 15.36 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 22.18 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 7.63 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Respiratory Protection Equipment Market Analysis
The Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size is estimated at USD 15.36 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 22.18 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.63% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
The COVID-19 outbreak spiked the demand for healthcare protective equipment due to the high number of cases globally. Several regulatory organizations have recommended various companies and governments to increase their manufacturing capacity of respiratory protective equipment, including respirators and breathing apparatuses, which boosted the market during the pandemic. According to the CDC, in December 2022, the highly-contagious Omicron subvariant XBB was estimated for 18.3% of the COVID-19 cases in the United States, an increase from 11.2% in the past week. Hence, the rising number of new cases of COVID-19 increased the demand for respiratory protection equipment. This rising demand may also drive the market in the coming years.
The growing burden of the pandemic and other epidemic diseases, increasing demand for surgical procedures, including minimally invasive procedures, and increasing importance given to workplace safety are some of the factors driving the overall market's growth. For instance, as per the WHO report published in December 2022, FluNet received data from the National Influenza Centers (NICs) and other national influenza laboratories of 130 nations, regions, or territories between November 28 and December 11, 2022. Over 447,351 samples were analyzed by the WHO GISRS laboratories throughout this period. There were 81,619 influenza virus positives, out of which 79,209 (97%) were influenza A and 2,410 (3%) were influenza B. About 11,791 (71.4%) and 4,722 (28.6%) of the sub-typed influenza A viruses were influenza A (H1N1 and H3N2, respectively). These figures indicate the high burden of influenza, which requires proper respiratory protection using equipment. This factor is expected to drive the market over the forecast period.
In February 2022, Nelson Labs launched the Nelson Labs Mark, a verification program for product testing that authenticates test reports and provides reliable data on product performance. The new offering empowers consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing face masks and respirators and provides credible manufacturers with the means to differentiate their products from others in the market.
However, the high cost of respirators and presence of substandard respirators and issues regarding disposal and reusability of equipment are expected to hinder the growth of the market.
Respiratory Protection Equipment Market Trends
Air-purifying Respirator is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market During the Forecast Period
An air-purifying respirator uses filters, cartridges, or canisters to remove gases, vapors, aerosols, or a combination of contaminants from the air through filters, cartridges, or canisters. Air-purifying respirators are widely used in medical industries, as healthcare professionals and workers in this sector are exposed to several types of blood or body fluid contamination and chemicals. Air-purifying respirators are estimated to witness high growth due to the rising demand for these respirators from the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
One of the major drivers of the market is the advantages of air-purifying respirators over other types of respiratory protection equipment. For instance, as per the study published by The Journal of Hospital Infection in March 2022, the CleanSpace HALO-powered air-purifying respirator was less disruptive to patient care, more comfortable to wear, and easier to use compared to existing powered air-purifying respirators. Hence, the new studies on powered air-purifying respirators reveal and expand the various advantages of the equipment with one another.
A powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) uses a blower instead of lung power to draw air through the filter. It offers integrated protection against multiple hazards, helping provide respiratory, head, face, eye, and hearing protection. Such advantages of PAPR are estimated to boost the segment's growth during the forecast period.
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North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market During the Forecast Period
North America is expected to hold significant growth in the market during the forecast period. The United States holds the largest market share in the region due to better regulations for respiratory protective equipment and growing awareness among the population regarding the use of such protective gear. The high healthcare spending and widespread consumption of respiratory protection equipment in the military and law enforcement are also contributing to the market's growth in North America. The companies also have a well-established direct channel collaboration with hospitals and clinics to serve the market studied.
The high burden of pandemic or epidemic diseases is also boosting the demand for respiratory protection equipment. For instance, as per the report published by the CDC in October 2022, the predicted total impact of influenza (flu) in the United States during the 2021-2022 season was 9 million flu illnesses, 4 million flu-related medical visits, 100,000 flu-related hospitalizations, and 5,000 flu-related fatalities. Hence, the high burden of diseases that spread through the respiratory tract may increase the demand for respiratory protection equipment and drive the market in the coming years.
Companies in the region are entering new partnerships to expand their portfolios of respiratory protection equipment. For instance, in February 2021, 3M partnered with the US Department of Homeland Security to help combat the counterfeiting of 3M N95 respirators. This collaboration has helped prevent millions of counterfeit respirators from reaching frontline workers. Hence, such new partnerships among major players are helping with the widespread adoption of respiratory protection equipment, thus driving the market.
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Respiratory Protection Equipment Industry Overview
The respiratory protective equipment market is fragmented and competitive, with the presence of several major players. In terms of market share, a few of the major players are currently dominating the market, including 3M, AlphaProTech, Bullard, Delta Plus Group, Dragerwerk AG & Company KGaA, Gentex Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Moldex-Metric, MSA Safety Incorporated, Prestige Ameritech, and Uvex Group.
Respiratory Protection Equipment Market Leaders
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3M
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Bullard
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Honeywell International Inc.
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Moldex-Metric
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Prestige Ameritech
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Respiratory Protection Equipment Market News
- In August 2022, Optrel launched P.Air Clear, the NIOSH-approved N95 respirator with a transparent window, a latex-free head harness, and an adjustable nose clip.
- In May 2022, Honeywell launched a new N95 respirator (DC365 Small Surgical N95 Respirator) and a new half-mask respirator (RU8500X series) to help meet the needs of healthcare workers.
Respiratory Protection Equipment Industry Segmentation
As per the scope of the market, respiratory protective equipment is a type of personal protective equipment used for protecting an individual against hazardous substances (chemicals, dust particles, and gas) in various industries, including healthcare, public safety services, and manufacturing industries.
The respiratory protection equipment market is segmented by product type (air-purifying respirators (APRS) and atmosphere-supplying respirators (ASRS)), end user (medical and healthcare, manufacturing industry, and other end users), and geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South America). The market report also covers the estimated market sizes and trends for 17 countries across major regions globally. The report offers the value in (USD million) for the above segments.
| By Product Type | Air-purifying Respirators (APRs) | ||
| Atmosphere-supplying Respirators (ASRs) | |||
| By End User | Medical and Healthcare | ||
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| By Geography | North America | United States | |
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| Europe | Germany | ||
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| Asia-Pacific | China | ||
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| Middle East and Africa | GCC | ||
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| South America | Brazil | ||
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Respiratory Protection Equipment Market Research FAQs
How big is the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market?
The Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size is expected to reach USD 15.36 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.63% to reach USD 22.18 billion by 2030.
What is the current Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size?
In 2025, the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size is expected to reach USD 15.36 billion.
Who are the key players in Respiratory Protection Equipment Market?
3M, Bullard, Honeywell International Inc., Moldex-Metric and Prestige Ameritech are the major companies operating in the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Respiratory Protection Equipment Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Respiratory Protection Equipment Market?
In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Respiratory Protection Equipment Market.
What years does this Respiratory Protection Equipment Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size was estimated at USD 14.19 billion. The report covers the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Respiratory Protection Equipment Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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