Global Mask Market By Type [Surgical Face Mask, Respirators, N95 Mask, Anti-fog Surgical Mask, Fluid/Splash Resistant Surgical Mask, Others], By Product [Dust, Protective, Non-woven], By Application [Industrial, Medical & Healthcare, Public Service, Military & Aviation, Personal], By Distribution Channel [Drug Stores, Hospitals & Clinics, Online Stores], By Region [North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America], Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2027

Market Overview

Global Mask Market was valued at around US$ 750 million in 2018 and it is expected to grow with a rapid pace during the forecasted period of 2020-27. Due to increasing consumer awareness, recent outbreak of pandemic, government efforts in expanding the production to meet the growing demand are factors driving the global mask market.

With recent COVID-19 pandemic, demand for masks has skyrocketed within a short period of time. According to World Health Organisation, Mask production need to be increased by 40% to meet the demand. As the pandemic has spread to over 160 countries, governments across the world are restricting exports of masks to meet domestic demand and increasing the production. This has resulted in shortages where countries depend on imports. The world Medical Association has recommended governmentsto establish factories in major markets like European Union and US to ensure adequate supply of critical drugs, vaccines and other medical essentials. The pandemic has significantly impacted the health care system, especially the supply chain of healthcare products. As whole world is depending on few countries like china for critical drugs and other necessities, the time has come to reshape the supply chain of health care products.

Market Segmentation

Global Mask Market can be segmented into Type, Product, Application, Distribution Channel and Region.

By Type, Global Mask Market can be segmented intoSurgical Face Mask, Respirators, N95 Mask, Anti-fog Surgical Mask, Fluid/Splash Resistant Surgical Mask, Others.Surgical face mask respirators and N95 mask segment is expected to grow significantly due to growing awareness of masks in protecting from infections.

By Product, Global Mask Market can be segmented intoDust, Protective, Non-woven. The protective mask segment is expected to grow significantly during the forecasted period of 2020-27 due to its wide application as a protection against disease carrying germs, contagious pathogens, and airborne infections. Moreover, it worn by doctors while performing surgery in order to avoid viruses and germs, workers in chemical industry to protect themselves from chemicals entering into their body.

By Application, Global Mask Market can be segmented intoIndustrial, Medical & Healthcare, Public Service, Military & Aviation, Personal.Medical& Healthcare and Personal segment is expected to grow significantly durig the forecasted period of 2020-27. Increasing health consciousness among consumers due to pandemic like COVID-19 has increased the demand for mask by general public.

By Distribution Channel, Global Mask Market can be segmented into Drug Stores, Hospitals & Clinics, Online Stores.Drug stores and clinics dominates the largest market share in terms of revenue. The online segment is expected to grow significantly during the forecasted period of 2020-27 due to rising demand for masks among consumers and emergence of ecommerce websites in offering masks after the surge in demand with respect to corona virus.

By Region, Global Mask Market can be segmented intoNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America], Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2027.

Regional Analysis

Asia Pacific Mask Market is dominates the global market due to rising production levels of masks in countries like China to meet the demand for masks. Moreover, increasing disposable income, growing industrialization, environmental pollution and government’s regulations to protect worker’s health are contributing to the growth of the market in this region.

North America is expected to grow significantly during the forecasted period of 2020-27. The USA has announced to increase their production of masks in the event of COVID-19 pandemic which has struck the country.

Competitive Analysis

The key players in Global Mask Market are Alpha Pro Tech, Honeywell International Inc, Enha, Bullard, Delta Plus Group, ILC Dover, Scandia Gear Europe B.V, Kimberley Clark Corporation, Cam Lock Limited,3M,Polison Corporation, Mine Safety Appliances (MSA),Shigematsu Works Company Limited, RPB Safety LLC,Uvex Safety Group, RSG Safety, The Gerson Company,Moldex-Metric Inc.,, Intech Safety Private Limited, Dragerwerk AG & Company KGaA, ImbemaCleton.