Disposable Gloves Market

Disposable gloves are used in healthcare practices and to maintain hygiene standards according to WHO regulations and guidelines. Rising awareness of hygiene and the need to protect product quality, and the health and safety of healthcare practitioners and patients are the key factors increasing the demand for disposable gloves. Traditionally, latex gloves (made from natural rubber) are used and still dominate the disposable glove market. Gloves made from nitrile, vinyl, polyvinyl chloride, and neoprene are also rapidly adopted, having an advantage over conventional latex gloves. Non-powdered disposable gloves are becoming increasingly preferred over powdered products, which may cause irritation and inflammation. Non-powdered gloves have a high adoption rate due to their fewer side effects. The disposable glove market is being driven by the prevention and control of pandemics and nosocomial infections.

The report titled “Disposable Gloves Market: Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2017–2025” offers strategic insights into the overall disposable gloves market, along with the market’s size and estimates for the duration of 2015–2025. The said research study covers an in-depth analysis of multiple market segments based on the type of material, glove type, and different geographies. The global disposable glove market is segmented by material type into latex, vinyl, nitrile, and others (polyethylene, neoprene). The global disposable gloves market is also divided into powdered disposable gloves and non-powdered disposable gloves.

Geographically, the global disposable glove market is studied for the following regional markets:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • U.K.
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific
  • India
  • China
  • Japan
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa

The market size and forecast for these regional and country-level markets are presented in this study for the period 2015–2025. Market growth rates for the forecast period 2017–2025 are also included in this report, considering 2016 as the base year.

Along with quantitative information, qualitative information sets and assessment tools are provided in this study for a better analysis of the overall market scenario and future prospects. Information such as market inclination insights and drivers, challenges, and opportunities assists the readers in understanding the ongoing trends in the global disposable gloves market. Tools such as key player market positioning and an appealing investment proposition provide readers with insights into the global disposable gloves market’s competitive scenario. This report concludes with a company profiles section that highlights major information about the key players engaged in the global disposable gloves market. In-depth competitive environment analysis and historical (2015) market size data are also provided in the report.

Based on the type of material, the global disposable glove market is segmented as follows:

• Latex
• Vinyl
• Nitrile
• Others (polyethylene, neoprene)

Traditional gloves are made from natural rubber (latex), which is the most widely used material. Thus, latex occupies the largest share of the disposable glove market. Latex gloves are commonly used because they are readily available, have good elasticity, and are inexpensive. Nitrile and vinyl gloves are the next fast-growing markets. Nitrile gloves are generally recommended for use in ICUs and emergency units; they are also used in pharmacy labs when dealing with harsh chemicals. These glove types are soft, durable, and strong. With the advent of technology, vinyl gloves have improved in terms of strength, comfort, and tactile sensitivity. It is most preferred in clinical work as it is latex-free and cost-effective. Polyethylene gloves are also considered to be a fast-growing segment.

The global disposable glove market is classified into the following types:

• Powdered Gloves
• Non-powdered gloves

In powdered disposable gloves, the powder acts as a lubricant, making them easier to wear. However, the powder earlier used caused reactions and was found to be toxic. Corn starch was used, as it contains non-irritating ingredients. The powdered form causes inflammation, and corn starch may also have side effects. The FDA has put a ban on powdered gloves for medical use; even the U.K. and Germany do not allow their use. Thus, new standard non-powdered gloves are available on the market and are increasingly being used. Non-powdered gloves are being adopted widely, dominate the disposable market, and are anticipated to grow in the forecast period.

For the purpose of this study, the global disposable glove market is geographically categorized into:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America (LATAM)
• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

In 2016, North America dominated the global disposable gloves market. The growth drivers for the North American market are technological advancement, an increase in demand for disposable gloves in healthcare, food processing, and personal care, and the need to prevent and control nosocomial infections. Europe is currently the second largest market after North America. But developing countries showing a rapid growth in healthcare structure, improving infrastructure, health reforms and regulation by the government, and an increase in disposable income would outgrow the European market in years to come. Thus, emerging economies show potential growth in the forecast period. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing disposable glove market, with increasing awareness of health and hygiene, stringent regulation in terms of health safety and hygiene, and overall increasing investment in healthcare.

Chapter 1 Preface
1.1 Report Description
1.1.1 Purpose of the Report
1.1.2 Target Audience
1.1.3 USP and Key Offerings
1.2 Research Scope
1.3 Research Methodology
1.3.1 Phase I – Secondary Research
1.3.2 Phase II – Primary Research
1.3.3 Phase III – Expert Panel Review
1.3.4 Assumptions

Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Disposable Gloves Market Portraiture
2.2 Global Disposable Gloves Market Share, by Material Type, 2016 (US$)
2.3 Global Disposable Gloves Market Share, by Glove Type, 2016 (US$)
2.4 Global Disposable Gloves Market, by Geography, 2016 (Value %)

Chapter 3 Global Disposable Gloves Market Analysis
3.1 Global Disposable Gloves Market Overview
3.2 Market Dynamics
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Challenges
3.2.3 Opportunities
3.3 Attractive Investment Proposition
3.4 Competitive Landscape of Key Players in Disposable Gloves Market

Chapter 4 Global Disposable Gloves Market Analysis, by Material Type, 2015-2025 (US$ Mn)
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Latex
4.3 Vinyl
4.4 Nitrile
4.5 Others

Chapter 5 Global Disposable Gloves Market Analysis, by Glove Type, 2015-2025 (US$ Mn)
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Powdered Disposable Glove
5.3 Non Powdered Disposable Glove

Chapter 6 Global Disposable Gloves Market, By Geography, 2015-2025 (US$ Mn)
6.1 Preface
6.2 North America (U.S. & Canada)
6.3 Europe (U.K., Germany & Rest of Europe)
6.4 Asia Pacific (China, Japan, and Rest of APAC)
6.5 Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and Rest of LATAM)
6.6 Middle East and Africa (UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa)

Chapter 7 Company Profiles
7.1 Adventa Berhad
7.2 Ansell Healthcare
7.3 Cardinal Health, Inc
7.4 Dynarex Corporation
7.5 Hartalega Holdings Berhad
7.6 Medisafe Technologies
7.7 Medline Industries, Inc
7.8 MRK Healthcare
7.9 Kimberley-Clark Corporation
7.10 Kossan Rubber Industries
7.11 Latexx Partners Berhad
7.12 Paul Hartmann AG
7.13 Rubberex
7.14 Shield Scientific
7.15 Supermax Corp
7.16 Top Glove Corp
7.17 Others

List of Figures

 FIG. 1 Global Disposable Gloves Market: Research Methodology
FIG. 2 Global Disposable Gloves Market Share, by Material type, 2016 (US$)
FIG. 3 Global Disposable Gloves Market Share, by Glove type, 2016 (US$)
FIG. 4 Global Disposable Gloves Market, by Geography, 2016 (Value %)
FIG. 5 Attractive Investment Proposition: Global Disposable Gloves Market, by Geography
FIG. 6 Competitive Analysis: Key Players in Global Disposable Gloves Market
FIG. 7 Global Latex Disposable Gloves Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 8 Global ELISA Disposable Gloves Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 9 Global Disposable Gloves Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 10 Global Others Disposable Gloves Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 11 Global Powdered Disposable Glove Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 12 Global Non Powdered Disposable Gloves Market, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)

List of Tables

TABLE 1 Global Disposable Gloves Market, By Material Type 2015-2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 2 Global Disposable Gloves Market, By Glove Type 2015-2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 3 Global Disposable Gloves Market, by Geography, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 4 North America Disposable Gloves Market, by Country, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 5 Europe Disposable Gloves Market, by Country, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 6 Asia-Pacific Disposable Gloves Market, by Country, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 7 Latin America Disposable Gloves Market, by Country, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 8 Middle East and Africa Disposable Gloves Market, by Country, 2015 – 2025 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 9 Adventa Berhad: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 10 Ansell Healthcare: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 11 Cardinal Health, Inc: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 12 Dynarex Corporation: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Position Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 13 Hartalega Holdings Berhad: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Position Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 14 Medisafe Technologies: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 15 Medline Industries, Inc: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 16 MRK Healthcare: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 17 Kimberley-Clark Corporation: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Information; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 18 Kossan Rubber Industries: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Information; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 19 Latex Partners Berhad: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Information; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 20 Paul Hartmann AG: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Information; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 21 Rubberex: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 22 Shield Scientific: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Information; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 23 Supermax Corp: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)
TABLE 24 Top Glove Corp: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Financial Performance; Product Portfolio; News Coverage)