Asia Pacific Disposable Gloves Market

The disposable gloves market in Asia Pacific is expected to grow from US$ 1,772.97 million in 2021 to US$ 4,771.46 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 14.2% from 2021 to 2028.  

Production of gloves on a domestic level is the major factor driving the growth of the Asia Pacific disposable gloves market. The high demand for nitrile gloves for industrial use is the major factor driving the growth of the Europe disposable gloves market. Disposable nitrile gloves are ideal for multi-purpose industrial use and provide excellent hand protection for workers. Industrial disposables nitrile gloves are extensively used in manufacturing and production facilities in the chemicals industry, electronics industry, paint & coatings industry, printing & dyeing industry, and various other industrial use and processes, which require more protection for workers and their products manufactured in industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and special packaging. These gloves are lightweight and easy in use for delicate operations such as light assembly and material handling, small electronics assembly, and other precision projects requiring hand protection. These gloves are used during light-duty maintenance and cleanup, intricate parts handling, and lab analysis/technical work. Further, leading-edge industrial use nitrile gloves conform to the hands comfortably.

The soft industrial nitrile gloves material reacts with the body temperature and conforms to the shape of the hand, making them exceptionally fit. As a result, the person wearing gloves gets a cool, dry, precise fit, with far less hand fatigue. Industrial nitrile gloves material also has a naturally low friction coefficient, making it easy to slip on hands. Disposable industrial nitrile gloves provide a high degree of softness, sensitivity, feel, and flexibility and feature textured fingers for exceptional grip. These gloves are designed to provide better barrier protection while being remarkably comfortable to wear for extended periods. They also have excellent resistance to various splashed chemicals, solvents, greases, oils, bases, etc. Hence, these factors are driving the demand for disposable gloves in various industries across Asia Pacific.

With the new features and technologies, vendors can attract new customers and expand their footprints in emerging markets. This factor is likely to drive the Asia Pacific disposable gloves market at a notable CAGR during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific Disposable Gloves

Market Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)

Asia Pacific Disposable Gloves Market Segmentation

The Asia Pacific disposable gloves market is segmented into material, type, and country. Based on material, the market is segmented into natural rubber, nitrile, neoprene, polyethylene, and others. Further, the nitrile segment held the largest market share in 2021. However, the natural rubber segment is expected to register the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Based on type, the market is bifurcated into powdered and powder-free. Further, the powder-free segment held a larger share in 2021, and the disposable gloves market for powder-free disposable gloves is expected to register a higher CAGR during the forecast period. Based on country, the market is segmented into Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia Pacific. Further, China held the largest market share in 2021.

Ansell Limited, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Cardinal Health Inc, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, Mölnlycke, RUBBEREX, Sempermed, Supermax Corporation Berhad, and Top Glove Corporation Bhd are among the leading companies operating in the Asia Pacific disposable gloves market.