The U.S. nitrile gloves market size accounted for USD 49.81 billion in 2024 and is expected to exceed around USD 235.37 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 16.8% from 2025 to 2034.
The U.S. nitrile gloves market refers to the production, distribution, and application of nitrile gloves, which are made from a synthetic rubber called nitrile. They are available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses. Disposable gloves are generally made from one of three materials: vinyl, latex, or nitrile. Nitrile gloves are a popular choice for personnel who handle corrosive and hazardous chemicals. They are perfectly suited for most medical environments. These gloves are exceptionally puncture-resistant and greatly mitigate the risk of latex allergy reactions. Nitrile is a synthetic and latex-free rubber. Nitrile disposable gloves have features similar to latex, such as their strength and elasticity, but do not contain the late proteins people can be highly sensitive or even allergic to. Their properties are so much better than most other gloves, including up to three times more puncture-resistant, superior acid, oil, and chemical resistant, and mostly allergen-free. The nitrile gloves are synthetic latex and have very few rare chances of an allergic reaction. These gloves are flexible and suitable for all skin types.
Possibilities of allergies and negative health effects of additive chemicals driving the growth of the U.S. nitrile gloves market. One primary benefit of accelerator-free nitrile gloves is the reduced risk of allergic reactions. Traditional nitrile gloves may contain reduced accelerators like carbamates and thiurams, which can trigger contact dermatitis in some individuals. Nitrile gloves are a popular choice for individuals with latex allergies, while vinyl gloves are another more economical alternative for latex. Reusable gloves are made from natural materials like cotton or bamboo, which may be hypoallergenic. Nitrile disposable gloves can carry a very low allergy rate of less than 1% of users. Nitrile offers the broadest chemical resistance, which makes it very versatile across many industries. Due to it being a synthetic polymer, nitrile reduces the risk of latex allergy concerns among users.
Increased demand for personal proactive equipment due to heightened awareness of health and safety driving the growth of the U.S. nitrile gloves market. Personal protective equipment, generally referred to as ‘PPE,’ is equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. These injuries and illnesses may result from contact with chemical, physiological, radiological, mechanical, electrical, or other workplace hazards.
The advantages of PPE include low cost and long-duration use. PPE includes gloves, shoe covers, gowns, masks, head covers, eye protection, respirators, goggles, and face shields. Gloves help to protect you when directly handling potentially infectious materials or contaminated surfaces. This equipment is used for many reasons, including to protect staff from blood, body fluid, and microbial contamination and to reduce the risk of cross-infection to other individuals and the patient's care environment. It helps to prevent unnecessary injury in the workplace and protects employees from excessive chemical exposure.
Substantial growth of the chemical industry is driving the growth of the U.S. nitrile gloves market. Nitrile gloves offer broadcast chemical resistance, which makes them very versatile across many industries. Thin, disposable, nitrile gloves are the most common gloves used when handling chemicals in laboratories. Disposable nitrile gloves are a popular choice in laboratories due to their balance of chemical resistance and tactile sensitivity. They are especially suited for handling hazardous materials that can cause irritation or injury upon skin contact. Nitrile gloves are preferred over latex due to their chemical resistance, tendency to visibly rip when punctured, and to prevent possible latex allergies.
According to Volza’s United States import data, United States imported 9286 shipments of nitrile glove during March 2023 to Feb 2024. These imports were supplied by 1653 foreign exporters to 1473 United States buyers, making a growth rate of -36% compared to the preceding twelve months.
Published by Laxmi Narayan , February 2025
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| Stats ID: | 7971 |
| Format: | Databook |
| Published: | February 2025 |
| Delivery: | Immediate |
| Price | US$ 1550 |
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