Colombia Personal Protective Equipment Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% during 2025E-2031

Hand protection products by Product Types held the highest revenue share in Colombia Personal Protective Equipment Market -6Wresearch

Hand protection products hold the highest share in Colombia's PPE market due to the country's large manufacturing, oil & gas, and construction sectors—industries with high exposure to mechanical, chemical, and thermal hazards. These sectors commonly mandate gloves to prevent hand injuries, chemical burns, and abrasions. Additionally, regulatory enforcement and rising workplace safety awareness have boosted glove usage across formal and informal labor segments. The relatively low cost and frequent replacement cycle of gloves also contribute to their dominant share.

According to 6Wresearch, Colombia Personal Protective Equipment Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% during 2025E-2031F. The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) market in Colombia is experiencing steady growth, driven by a combination of regulatory enforcement, industrial expansion, and rising public health consciousness. The Ministry of Labor has reinforced safety mandates under the Sistema General de Riesgos Laborales, notably through the enforcement of Resolution, which compels companies across sectors to ensure adequate protection for their workers.

In parallel, Colombia’s healthcare sector is undergoing significant investment, high-complexity hospitals each with investments under development in regions such as Bogota, Antioquia, Valle del Cauca, and Atlantico. This is fueling demand for medical-grade PPE, including masks, gloves, gowns, and face shields. The manufacturing sector, which contributes over  to the national GDP, and the construction industry, which generated COP, are also expanding rapidly, further boosting demand for industrial safety gear such as helmets, harnesses, safety boots, and high-visibility apparel.

Colombia’s role as a leading regional exporter of oil and coal with 2023 production levels reaching barrels of crude oil and metric tons of coal has reinforced the need for specialized PPE, including flame-resistant clothing, respiratory equipment, and chemical suits in extractive industries. Furthermore, there is increasing opportunity for domestic innovation in PPE products designed for Colombia’s diverse climates and risk environments, including ergonomic and smart safety gear tailored for the mining, oil, and construction sectors.

According to Shubham Deep, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, the construction industry holds the highest share of PPE consumption in Colombia, driven by its high-risk operations and expansive infrastructure projects. In 2023, it contributed to the national GDP, reflecting its economic weight. The sector’s labor-intensive workflows and consistent safety requirements continue to fuel strong and sustained demand for PPE. Projects such as Bogotá Metro and the Ruta del Sol highway expansion have significantly boosted PPE uptake, particularly in categories like helmets, gloves, and fall protection.

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