Respiratory Protection Equipment Manufacturing in the US - Industry Market Research Report

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Through 2023, the Respiratory Protection Equipment Manufacturing industry has grown following the relatively high prevalence of respiratory diseases among many downstream sectors. For example, the World Health Organization ranks respiratory disease as one of the top six most-common workplace ailments, inciting some downstream markets to invest in respiratory protection devices. The advent of new technologies, namely filter media and exhalation valves, have made it easier for workers to breathe while wearing respiratory devices, increasing some workers' compliance with OSHA and other standards. Also, many manufacturers have tailored their respiratory designs to particular end users; for example, manufacturers now include detectable metal components to help lower food and beverage manufacturers' risk of contamination. The industry will expand at an expected CAGR of of 1.8% to $1.3 billion through 2028. Also, profit will fluctuate during the current period as manufacturers invest in more advanced technology to boost demand for their products.

This industry manufactures respiratory protection equipment, including respirators, masks and accessories, gas masks, respiration air supplying self-contained breathing apparatuses and accessories, respirator filters and accessories, protective films, and powered air-purifying respirator systems and accessories. The industry does not include sleep and breathing aids for consumers with medical conditions since these products are not considered protection equipment.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.