Product Code: ETC024300 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 2350, Which has decreased moderately as compared to the HHI of 2594 in 2017. The market is moving towards moderately competitive. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) gloves market refers to the demand, supply, and sales of various types of gloves in the country during the period from 2025 to 2031. Gloves are essential protective equipment used in various industries, including healthcare, food processing, automotive, and others, to prevent contamination, injuries, and maintain hygiene. Further, the increasing demand for gloves can be attributed to the expansion of the healthcare sector in the UAE. With a growing population and rising healthcare awareness, the need for gloves in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers has surged. Moreover, the UAE government`s emphasis on worker safety and stringent industrial safety regulations has led to higher adoption of gloves in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and oil & gas.
The increasing demand for gloves can be attributed to the expansion of the healthcare sector in the UAE. With a growing population and rising healthcare awareness, the need for gloves in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers has surged. Further, the UAE government`s emphasis on worker safety and stringent industrial safety regulations has led to higher adoption of gloves in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and oil & gas. Moreover, the thriving hospitality and food processing sectors in the UAE have bolstered the demand for gloves, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and maintaining hygiene.
The gloves market has witnessed fluctuations in raw material prices, impacting manufacturing costs, and potentially leading to price volatility for end-users. Further, the disposal of single-use gloves contributes to environmental issues, and increasing awareness of sustainability might drive demand for eco-friendly alternatives.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the UAE gloves market. The outbreak created a surge in demand for gloves, especially in the healthcare sector, to protect frontline workers and prevent the spread of the virus. The increased awareness of hygiene and safety measures also led to higher glove usage in other industries and among the general public. However, the market might experience fluctuations as the pandemic situation evolves and vaccination rates increase.
Key players in the UAE gloves market include both domestic and international manufacturers, such as Supermax Corporation Berhad, Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Ansell Limited, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd and Hartalega Holdings Berhad.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about personal hygiene and safety measures |
4.2.2 Growing healthcare industry in the UAE |
4.2.3 Stringent regulations regarding workplace safety and hygiene |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices |
4.3.2 Competition from low-cost glove manufacturers in other regions |
4.3.3 Economic uncertainty impacting consumer spending |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market, By Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Types, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Disposable Gloves, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Reusable Gloves, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Users, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Users, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenues & Volume, By Individual Users, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of healthcare facilities using gloves that meet UAE standards |
8.2 Number of workplace accidents related to hand injuries |
8.3 Adoption rate of eco-friendly and sustainable glove options in the UAE |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Gloves Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |