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Protective Gloves
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Protective Gloves Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Protective gloves provide hand safety and contribute to sanitary conditions for workers operating in hazardous environments. These products are commonly worn by workers in the food service, manufacturing, mining, construction and energy sectors. Protective gloves include disposable gloves, leather gloves, chemical-resistant gloves, coated gloves, and electrical gloves, among others. Buyers should consider the work environment, types of hazardous substances being handled, and the duration of the job when purchasing protective gloves.
This Report Includes:
- Disposable Gloves
- Chemical-Resistant Gloves
- Coated Gloves
- Electrical Gloves
- Leather Gloves
Not in this Report:
- Medical Gloves
- Glove Boxes
Global Protective Gloves Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Protective Gloves market.
Warning Trends
Elevated Tariffs are increasing prices for law enforcement, security, and safety equipment
- The Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which place broad tariffs on all imports from most US trade partners, are set to take effect on August 7 after the tariff rates were finalized on August 1.
- As a result, all foreign suppliers in law enforcement, security, and safety equipment will face significantly increased costs when selling products to US buyers, and domestic manufacturers of these goods will face higher costs when sourcing key inputs for these products.
- Countries such as China, Germany, Mexico, Thailand, and Vietnam are leading sources of imports in this sector, providing high quantities of goods such as safes, locks, security cameras, security systems, and personal protective equipment. Starting August 7, imports from China, Germany, Mexico, Thailand, and Vietnam will be subject to tariff rates of 54.0%, 15.0%, 25.0%, 20.0%, and 19.0% respectively.
- Elevated tariffs are likely to impact pricing and supply chains in this industry due to the United States’ reliance on imported manufactured goods, which gives foreign suppliers the leverage to pass through the costs of tariffs to buyers and domestic suppliers the leverage to raise prices.
- Consequently, the Yale Budget Lab projects a 39.2% average increase in metal product prices, impacting products such as security gates and safes. Electronic security devices, such as cameras or metal detectors, are projected to rise by 18.7% in price. In the personal protective equipment market, prices are forecast to rise by between 11.0% and 37.5%, depending on the type of equipment and materials used to make it.
Global Protective Gloves Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 63,310 |
| #2 India | 62,855 |
| #3 Africa & Middle East | 20,775 |
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Geography Drilldown - US & Europe
Average Cost of Protective Gloves
United States
2026 Market Pricing$0.02 to $XXX.XX
per pairEurope
Average Price
Prices in the Protective Gloves market range from $0.02 to $XXX.XX, depending on Type & Material, Usage, Product Features, Brand and Special Purpose. For example, lower prices are associated with Latex, whereas higher prices are associated with Nitrile rubber.
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Protective Gloves Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Protective Gloves market, prices in the US have grown 1.5% from 2022 to 2025. Meanwhile, the recent three-year CAGR for Europe is --0.2%.
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Europe (2022-2025)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Protective Gloves
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Protective Gloves market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
Negotiated Before
Transportation
Billed During
Training
Maintenance
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.3 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Average Vendor Risk. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Plastic & Resin Manufacturers
- Synthetic Fiber Manufacturers
- Cardboard Box & Container Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Petroleum Refiners
- Chemical Product Manufacturers
- Wood Pulp Mills
- Organic Chemical Manufacturers
- Paperboard Mills
Biggest Protective Gloves Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Protective Gloves vendors by revenue in the US are Magid Glove & Safety Manufacturing Company LLC, Bunzl Plc and Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honeywell International Inc. | Global | CHARLOTTE | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| 3m Company | Global | ST PAUL | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Ansell Limited | Global | Richmond, AU | >10,001 | 10-15 | ||||
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation | Global | IRVING | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. | Global | NEW BRITAIN, CT | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Bunzl Plc | Global | London, UK | >10,001 | 5-10 | ||||
| Home Depot, inc. | International | ATLANTA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Genuine Parts Co | Global | ATLANTA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| W.W. Grainger, Inc. | Global | LAKE FOREST | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Protective Gloves market is 9.6% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Strong demand for protective gloves has contributed to the very low level of vendor financial risk. Low vendor financial risk provides buyers with a reasonable expectation that there will be no supply disruptions stemming from financial difficulties.
Market share concentration is moderate as 3M, Ansell, Honeywell, and Kimberly-Clark dominate this market. Medium market share concentration has a neutral effect on buyer power.
Supply chain risk is moderate as protective gloves contain inputs such as natural rubber and synthetic fibers. Moderate supply chain risk has a neutral impact on buyer power.
The United States is a net importer of protective gloves, which means that it imports more protective gloves than it exports. Although buyers may be able to reduce costs by sourcing internationally, buyers that wish to import should consider aspects such as product quality, compliance with US standards and the impacts of currency fluctuations and trade policy.
Supplier Information
3m Company
3M Company is a diversified technology company offering a range of products for safety and industrial, transportation and electronics, and consumer markets. It develops, manufactures, and markets, among others, industrial abrasives and finishing for metalworks, autobody repair solutions, industrial specialty... Subscribe to learn more
Ansell Limited
Ansell Limited is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include medical gloves, safety apparel and protective gloves. Founded in 1929, the company is currently headquartered in Richmond, Victoria, Australia with an estimated employee count of over 10,000.... Subscribe to learn more
Honeywell International Inc.
Honeywell International Inc. is a global technology and manufacturing company that designs, develops, produces, and markets consumer and industrial products. It organizes its business into four reportable business segments: the Aerospace segment, which supplies products, software, and services for aircraft;... Subscribe to learn more
Bunzl Plc
Bunzl Plc is a public company operating globally in the construction, manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include paper bags, plastic bags, slip sheets, molded fiber packaging, safety apparel. Founded in 1854, the company is currently headquartered in London, United Kingdom with... Subscribe to learn more
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Kimberly-Clark Corp. is a global consumer goods company that primarily manufactures and markets a wide range of products made from natural or synthetic fibers and materials using advanced technologies in fibers, nonwovens, and absorbency. It organizes its business into three reportable segments: the Personal... Subscribe to learn more
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include circular saws, metal cutting tools, sealing tools, power blowers, precision hand tools. Founded... Subscribe to learn more
Fastenal Company
Fastenal Company is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, manufacturing and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include hydraulic oil, metal cutting tools, flexible intermediate bulk containers, hydraulic hose & tube fittings,... Subscribe to learn more
Genuine Parts Co
Genuine Parts Company is a global distributor of automotive replacement parts and industrial parts and materials. It organizes its business into two segments: the Automotive segment, which provides automotive parts, accessories, and solutions to repair centers, auto dealers, service stations, fleet, and government;... Subscribe to learn more
Home Depot, inc.
Home Depot, Inc. is a home improvement retailer offering building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, décor products, and related services under national and proprietary brands. Its proprietary brands include, among others, HDX®, Husky®, Hampton Bay®, Home Decorators Collection®,... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Protective Gloves Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Mean Time to Failure (MTTF) and Mean Time to Repair. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Delivery and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Mean Time to Failure (MTTF) |
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Mean time to failure Number of failures |
Although low-quality gloves may have a lower purchase price, they may break down more often. As a result, replacement costs may outweigh these savings in the long run. High-quality products will have a high mean time to failure and break down infrequently. |
| Mean Time to Repair |
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Mean time to repair Number of repairs |
Low-quality gloves will break often and need to be repaired at the buyer’s expense, adding to the total cost of ownership. Although higher-quality gloves may cost more up front, repair costs will be lower because higher-quality gloves break down less frequently. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Quality Control
How long have your products been on the market?
What are your product recall statistics?
Supply Chain Risk
Do you source materials with high exposure to market disruptions resulting from the coronavirus? How are you coping with these disruptions?
How diversified is your supplier base for inputs? Do you source from multiple suppliers in different global regions?
Customer Service
How long does it usually take to receive a product?
Do you charge any shipping and handling fees? Do you have a minimum order amount? How large would my order need to be to meet your minimum?
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Protective Gloves RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should describe the size of their organization and the type of operations the gloves will be used for.
Buyers should include a detailed description of the materials being handled. This should be enough information for suppliers to quickly evaluate whether they can provide the desired gloves.
Statement Of Need
In detailed terms, buyers should state the number of protective gloves needed as well as the units required.
Buyers should specify the size, thickness, and material composition of the gloves. Any other pertinent information about the gloves should be included as well.
Project Budget
Buyers should either specify their budget for protective gloves or the number of gloves required.
Buyers should provide information about when payment will occur. For example, buyers should say whether payment is awarded upon finalization of the contract or over a period of time.
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