| Product Code: ETC12060769 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
The Philippines continued to rely on key suppliers for bulletproof vests in 2024, with China, Pakistan, Japan, Bangladesh, and Israel dominating the market. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, suggesting limited competition. The impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.14% from 2020 to 2024 reflects sustained demand, while the significant growth rate of 113.3% in 2024 highlights a sudden surge in import shipments. This data underscores the importance of these countries as primary sources of bulletproof vests for the Philippines, with promising growth prospects in the industry.

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 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Protection Level, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing security concerns and crime rates in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Rising focus on law enforcement and military modernization |
4.2.3 Growing awareness about personal safety and security measures |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial costs associated with bulletproof vests |
4.3.2 Limited penetration in rural areas with lower purchasing power |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges and restrictions on the import/export of bulletproof vests |
5 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Trends |
6 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market, By Protection Level |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Protection Level, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Level I (Soft Armor), 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Level II (Concealable Vests), 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Level III (Hard Armor), 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Level IV (Armor-Piercing Protection), 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Tactical & Modular Vests, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market, By Material Used |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Kevlar, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By UHMWPE, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic & Composite Plates, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel & Titanium Plates, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Lightweight & Customizable, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.7 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Twaron, 2021 - 2029F |
6.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Law Enforcement, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Military Personnel, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Security Forces, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Special Operations, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenues & Volume, By Private Security, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of reported crimes involving firearms |
8.2 Government spending on defense and law enforcement |
8.3 Percentage of population with access to personal safety equipment |
8.4 Rate of adoption of advanced bulletproof vest technologies |
8.5 Number of new entrants in the bulletproof vests market |
9 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Opportunity Assessment, By Protection Level, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Bulletproof Vests Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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