
The global disposable medical gloves market size is anticipated to reach USD 6.7 billion by 2027 registering a CAGR of 8.8%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Disposable gloves are useful in the medical industry owing to their low cost and low risk of contamination, which, in turn, will drive their demand over the forecast period.
Growing demand for hand protection equipment in the medical & healthcare industries, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, is anticipated to propel the market growth over the forecast period. Increasing awareness pertaining to the advantages of medical gloves for preventing cross-contamination during medical examinations in healthcare facilities is projected to boost their demand.
Moreover, the extensive usage of these gloves for limiting the transmission of COVID-19 spread through surface contact is likely to drive the market growth. Thus, sudden surge in demand has led to the product shortage, owing to which several manufacturers are expected to increase their production capacities over the coming years, which will also support global market growth.

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Disposable Medical Gloves Market Report Highlights
- The market in North America is estimated to register a CAGR of 8.6% over the forecast period owing to the stringent regulations pertaining to the health & safety of healthcare workers
- Vinyl material segment accounted for the largest market share of 35% in 2019 owing to cost effectiveness of the material. Moreover, vinyl-based gloves is latex-free, due to which it does not cause skin allergies and reactions
- The surgical application segment is anticipated to register the fastest CAGR of 9.4% over the forecast period on account of rising instances of acute and chronic illnesses that often require surgical procedures
- Hospitals end-use segment is expected to register the fastest CAGR of 9.2% from 2020 to 2027 on account of increasing preference for hospital facilities for the treatment of several diseases
- The major players are expected to operate their manufacturing facilities at full capacities owing to the surge in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Disposable Medical Gloves Market Segmentation
Grand View Research has segmented the global disposable medical gloves market on the basis of material, application, end use, and region:
Disposable Medical Gloves Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027)
- Natural Rubber
- Nitrile
- Vinyl
- Neoprene
- Polyethylene
- Others
Disposable Medical Gloves Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027)
- Examination
- Surgical
Disposable Medical Gloves End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027)
- Hospitals
- Home Healthcare
- Outpatient/Primary Care Facilities
- Others
Disposable Medical Gloves Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- U.K.
- Russia
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Australia
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Central & South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Middle East
- United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia
- Africa
- South Africa
List of Key Players of Disposable Medical Gloves Market
- Ansell Ltd.
- Top Glove Corporation Bhd
- Hartalega Holdings Berhad
- Supermax Corporation Berhad
- Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd.
- Cardinal Health
- Semperit AG Holding
- Rubberex
- Dynarex Corporation
- B. Braun Melsungen AG
About Grand View Research
Grand View Research, Inc. is a U.S. based market research and consulting company, registered in the State of California and headquartered in San Francisco. The company provides syndicated research reports, customized research reports, and consulting services. To help clients make informed business decisions, we offer market intelligence studies ensuring relevant and fact-based research across a range of industries, from technology to chemicals, materials and healthcare.
Grand View Research, Inc. is a market research and consulting company that provides off-the-shelf, customized research reports and consulting services. To help clients make informed business decisions, we offer market intelligence studies ensuring relevant and fact-based research across a range of industries, from technology to chemicals, materials and energy. With a deep-seated understanding of varied business environments, Grand View Research provides strategic objective insights. For more information, visit http://www.grandviewresearch.com
The global disposable medical gloves market size is anticipated to reach USD 6.7 billion by 2027 registering a CAGR of 8.8%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Disposable gloves are useful in the medical industry owing to their low cost and low risk of contamination, which, in turn, will drive their demand over the forecast period. Growing demand for hand protection equipment in the medical & healthcare industries, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, is anticipated to propel the market growth over the forecast period. Increasing awareness pertaining to the advantages of medical gloves for preventing cross-contamination during medical examinations in healthcare facilities is projected to boost their demand. Moreover, the extensive usage of these gloves for limiting the transmission of COVID-19 spread through surface contact is likely to drive the market growth. Thus, sudden surge in demand has led to the product shortage, owing to which several manufacturers are expected to increase their production capacities over the coming years, which will also support global market growth. Request a free sample copy or view report summary: Disposable Medical Gloves Market Report Disposable Medical Gloves Market Report Highlights The market in North America is estimated to register a CAGR of 8.6% over the forecast period owing to the stringent regulations pertaining to the health & safety of healthcare workers Vinyl material segment accounted for the largest market share of 35% in 2019 owing to cost effectiveness of the material. Moreover, vinyl-based gloves is latex-free, due to which it does not cause skin allergies and reactions The surgical application segment is anticipated to register the fastest CAGR of 9.4% over the forecast period on account of rising instances of acute and chronic illnesses that often require surgical procedures Hospitals end-use segment is expected to register the fastest CAGR of 9.2% from 2020 to 2027 on account of increasing preference for hospital facilities for the treatment of several diseases The major players are expected to operate their manufacturing facilities at full capacities owing to the surge in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic Disposable Medical Gloves Market Segmentation Grand View Research has segmented the global disposable medical gloves market on the basis of material, application, end use, and region: Disposable Medical Gloves Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027) Natural Rubber Nitrile Vinyl Neoprene Polyethylene Others Disposable Medical Gloves Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027) Examination Surgical Disposable Medical Gloves End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027) Hospitals Home Healthcare Outpatient/Primary Care Facilities Others Disposable Medical Gloves Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2027) North America U.S. Canada Mexico Europe Germany France Italy Spain U.K. Russia Asia Pacific China India Japan South Korea Indonesia Australia Thailand Malaysia Central & South America Brazil Argentina Middle East United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia Africa South Africa List of Key Players of Disposable Medical Gloves Market Ansell Ltd. Top Glove Corporation Bhd Hartalega Holdings Berhad Supermax Corporation Berhad Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd. Cardinal Health Semperit AG Holding Rubberex Dynarex Corporation B. Braun Melsungen AG About Grand View Research Grand View Research, Inc. is a U.S. based market research and consulting company, registered in the State of California and headquartered in San Francisco. The company provides syndicated research reports, customized research reports, and consulting services. To help clients make informed business decisions, we offer market intelligence studies ensuring relevant and fact-based research across a range of industries, from technology to chemicals, materials and healthcare. Grand View Research, Inc. is a market research and consulting company that provides off-the-shelf, customized research reports and consulting services. To help clients make informed business decisions, we offer market intelligence studies ensuring relevant and fact-based research across a range of industries, from technology to chemicals, materials and energy. With a deep-seated understanding of varied business environments, Grand View Research provides strategic objective insights. For more information, visit http://www.grandviewresearch.com