Germany Hand Protection Equipment Market To Reach $2.37 Billion By 2030

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Market Growth & Trends

The Germany hand protection equipment market size is anticipated to reach USD 2.37 billion by 2030 and is growing at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Stringent occupational safety regulations and standards in industries, such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and automotive, have been major drivers of the market.

Healthcare expenditures in Germany are growing, contributing to the country's demand for hand protection equipment. This increase in healthcare spending is multifaceted and influenced by the country's aging population, advancements in medical treatment, and surged standards for hygiene and patient care. According to the OECD Health Expenditure and Financing Database 2023, the total healthcare expenditure per capita in Germany increased from USD 5,719.0 in 2018 to USD 6,448.2 in 2022.

Germany's increasing demand for hand protection equipment is also driven by its industrial sector. Germany is a highly industrialized country whose industrial sector is a major contributor to its economic growth. Moreover, according to the Fazit Communication GmbH, this sector in Germany is dominated by four industries: automotive, chemicals, mechanical, and electrical. These industries are expected to witness growth over the forecast period after experiencing a drop in growth in 2020 as an aftermath of the COVID-19 restrictions. In 2020, the output of the manufacturing industry in Germany declined by 4.3% compared with that of 2019, according to the World Bank.

Furthermore, the growing electrical industry in Germany underscores a parallel increase in the industry's demand for hand protection equipment. The surge in electricity generation activities and the expansive installation of solar power plants necessitate stringent safety measures, including the use of specialized hand protection gear.

Manufacturers of hand protection equipment are adopting several strategies, such as acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, new product launches, and geographical expansion, to enhance market penetration and cater to changing technological demands from various end-use applications, including construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, transportation, mining.

For instance, in February 2024, Ansell introduced a new addition to its product line, the MICROFLEX Mega Texture 93-256, a nitrile disposable glove featuring ultra-texture for enhanced grip and durability. Designed for industrial workers, this glove is ideal for use with tear-resistant, highly visible, and grip-secure handwear in auto shops.

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Germany Hand Protection Equipment Market Report Highlights

• Medical protection led the type segment with 28.08% of the revenue market share in 2023, as these gloves provide a protection against biological hazards, pathogens, and contaminants in healthcare settings

• Based on raw material segment, nitrile gloves is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 8.3% over the forecast period. The demand for nitrile gloves is expected to increase significantly in Germany, owing to their surging adoption in the construction, manufacturing, chemicals, mining, and oil & gas industries

• In 2023, the offline distribution channel segment held the largest market share of 56.75%. There is a growing trend toward specialization and the emergence of niche retailers focusing specifically on safety equipment, including hand protection gear

• Based on end-use, healthcare dominated the market with a revenue market share of 28.16% in 2023. Hand protection equipment is vital for ensuring the safety and hygiene of healthcare professionals and patients

• North Rhine-Westphalia dominated the market owing to growing emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability. North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) stands out as one of Germany's most industrialized regions, boasting a concentration of industrial enterprises clustered around the Rhine River. This strategic location has propelled NRW's economic growth, establishing it as a powerhouse in energy-intensive industries such as steel and metals, chemicals, cement, glass, paper, building materials, machinery, and automobiles

• In March 2024, the Uvex Safety Group launched new Profi Pure HG gloves with its innovative Hydro Grip special polymer coating. This product has set a new standard for grip in wet working conditions. These new gloves are compatible with skin and are produced carbon neutrally in Germany

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the Germany hand protection equipment market based on type, raw material, distribution channel, end-use, and region:

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030­)

• Mechanical Protection

  • General Purpose

  • Cut Resistant

  • Puncture Resistant

  • Anti-impact

• Chemical Protection

  • Disposable

  • Reusable

• Thermal Protection

  • Heat Resistant

  • Cold Resistant

• Special Protection

  • Anti-vibration

  • Anti-syringe

  • Electrical Insulation

  • Arc Flash

  • Critical Environment

• Medical Gloves

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Raw Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Natural Rubber/latex

• Nitrile Gloves

• Neoprene

• Vinyl Gloves

• Leather

• Others

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Online

  • B2B

  • B2C

• Offline

  • B2B

  • B2C

Germany Hand Protection Equipment End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Construction

• Manufacturing

• Oil & Gas

• Chemicals

• Food

• Pharmaceuticals

• Healthcare

• Transportation

• Mining

• Others

Germany Hand Protection Equipment Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Baden-Württemberg

• Bavaria

• Berlin

• Brandenburg

• Bremen

• Hamburg

• Hesse

• Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania

• Lower Saxony

• North Rhine-Westphalia

• Rhineland-Palatinate

• Saarland

• Saxony

• Sachsen-Anhalt

• Schleswig-Holstein

• Thuringia

List of Key Players in the Germany Hand Protection Equipment Market

• Uvex Safety Group

• Ansell Ltd.

• Delta Plus Group

• ASATEX AG

• Seiz

• NITRAS

• BIG Arbeitsschutz GmbH

• Friedrich Münch Gmbh + Co Kg (Niroflex)

• W+R INDUSTRY GmbH

• SAFET MEDEX GmbH

• JUNG Gummitechnik GmbH

• ALWIT

• Feldtmann

• HAT Hansaschutz GmbH & Co. KG

• PENKERT GMBH

• COFRA S.r.l.

• Wattana GMBH

• Globus Group

• Einkaufsbüro Deutscher Eisenhändler GmbH

• Scheibler Work & Wear

• Hase Safety Gloves GmbH