Industrial Workwear Market - Global Outlook & Forecast 2022-2027

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THE INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET SIZE WAS VALUED AT USD 35.65 BILLION IN 2021 AND IS EXPECTED TO REACH USD 51.11 BILLION BY 2027, GROWING AT A CAGR OF 6.19%.

The Global Industrial Workwear Market Size, Share, & Trends Analysis Report by

  • Product: Top wear, Bottom wear, Footwear, Headwear, and Others
  • Material Type: Polyester, Cotton, Nylon, Specialty Fabric, and Others
  • End-Users: Construction, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Automotive, Mining, and Others
  • Geography: North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa

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INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET REPORT SCOPE

REPORT ATTRIBUTEDETAILS
Market Size (2027)USD 51.11 Billion
Market Size (2021)USD 35.65 Billion
CAGR (2022-2027)6.19%
BASE YEAR2021
FORECAST YEAR2022-2027
Market SegmentsProduct, Material Type, Operation, and Geography
Geographic AnalysisNorth America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
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MARKET INSIGHTS

The global industrial workwear market is expected to reach USD 51.11 billion by 2027 from USD 35 billion in 2021, growing with a CAGR of 6.19% during 2021-2027. Growing job prospects and developments in the end-user industries, such as manufacturing, are expected to drive the demand for industrial workwear. Also, the target market is anticipated to reflect growth due to several factors, such as investments in fabric production, product research, and development. The demand for industrial workwear is rising across the world across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, biotechnology, and chemicals.

Industrial workwear refers to clothing that person might wear at work, even if that would also be worn on the street. Industrial workwear comprises coveralls, overalls, bibs, hoodies, vests, t-shirts, shirts, trousers, helmets, hats, shoes, boots, shoe covers, gloves, and many others. Moreover, workwear is an essential element of overall worker safety control strategy, primarily in construction, chemical, mining, oil & gas, healthcare, and other industries. The global market for industrial workwear is broad, with multiple players delivering a diverse range of products. The market is expected to get benefitted from the M&As globally. Expansion and investments in healthcare facilities and the pharmaceutical industry will likely contribute to market growth. Moreover, established vendors are expected to face challenges from the local brands in the region regarding supply and distribution.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

  • The growth in the organized manufacturing sector is anticipated to accelerate further the entry and expansion of multinational companies (MNCs).
  • Recycled polyester workwear is giving plastic waste a second purpose. Recycled polyester is made from 100% PET plastic bottles.
  • Sustainable workwear is a significant step in decreasing waste; hence, most manufacturers participate in it.
  • In the future, the demand and behavior of consumers are expected to become more complex, more technology-oriented, and more challenging to predict.
  • New technologies such as mobile payment infrastructure and virtual fashion shows could help customize changes by reducing waste and extending the product lifecycle.

MARKET OPPORTUNITIES & DRIVERS

Increasing Product Innovation with Latest Technologies
The average workplace has experienced changes in the last few decades. The growth of the industrial workwear market is supported by the rising trends toward product and technological innovation. The demand for lighter workwear has risen due to the increasing focus on safety, durability, and comfortability. Hence, the industry players are incorporating better properties in their fabrics such as stretch & flex along with garment softness and breathability to improve the comfort of the wearer.

Sustainable Workwear
Presently, the clothing industry is embracing recycled clothing from plastic bottles. Hence, manufacturers are committed to providing comfortable and sustainable workwear for the environment. Recycled polyester workwear is giving plastic waste a second purpose. Loop Workwear, a manufacturer in the industrial workwear market, is committed to providing corporate workwear that reflects its brand image and suits the working environment. It formed a range of workwear solutions that are all either compostable or biodegradable or produced from a 100% recycled substance.

Stringent Regulatory Standards
Stringent regulations concerning industrial workwear have been practiced for many years in various countries to protect workers against injuries and other hazards at the workplace. In addition, several government regulations and instructions by local authorities in different countries have increased the demand for protective clothing worldwide, boosting the industrial workwear market growth.

MARKET CHALLENGES

Lack of Enforcement of Stringent Safety Standards
The lack of enforcement of stringent safety standards across several countries globally is expected to hinder the growth of the industrial workwear market. Implications of safety standards differ from country to country. Similar safety situations might not exist in other regions, regardless of regulatory frameworks. Therefore, a lack of awareness about safety standards and the implementation of strict safety standards across numerous developing countries is expected to restrain the industrial workwear industry.

SEGMENTATION ANALYSIS

INSIGHTS BY PRODUCT
The top wear segment accounts for most of the market, comprising 37.97% of the market share in 2021. The global industrial workwear market by product type includes T-shirts, jackets, vests, shirts, and others. Industrial workwear can protect from several hazards as well as provide security. The global top wears industrial workwear market was valued at USD 13.54 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 20.25 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.94% during the forecast period. In the construction sector, most project managers wear flannel shirts or polos. On top of that, jackets can be worn; however should be of the right length, not bulky, & easy to move around in. Several industry players are focusing on enhancing products offered by them based on chemical, temperature, electronic, ballistic, and fire resistance, which is expected to affect industry development positively.

INSIGHTS BY MATERIAL TYPE
The global industrial workwear market on the basics of material type segment is segmented into polyester, cotton, nylon, specialty fabric, and others. Under this, the polyester segment dominates the global industry and is valued at USD 15.98 billion. Polyester is a synthetic fabric that can be used to make industrial workwear. It is also known as PET, polyethylene terephthalate, or microfiber. The global polyester industrial workwear market is expected to reach USD 23.05 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.30% during the forecast period. When these fibers have been made, they can be woven into materials and used to generate diverse products containing clothing and workwear.

INSIGHTS BY END-USERS
The construction segment is the largest segment under the end-users segment and is estimated to reach USD 13.95 billion by 2027. The construction industry is one of the most lucrative vertical applications on the market for industrial workwear. The developments in the industrial workwear industry, especially across APAC's developing economies, have undergone a dramatic shift due to the increasing construction market. The workwear in the construction sector includes jackets, t-shirts, craftsman trousers, and many more. Employees on the construction site tend to work in hazardous conditions, which require appropriate and effective workwear to ensure their safety at the workplace. As a result, rising construction activities worldwide would drive industrial workwear demand and improve industry growth.

GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS

The APAC region dominates the global industrial workwear market and accounts for 44.02% of the industry share. Countries such as China and India are expected to lead the demand for the industrial workwear market in the APAC region during the forecast period and increase revenue by exporting and importing materials. Further, the Asia Pacific region is home to several industries, including manufacturing, services, automobiles, and electrical. This consequently increases the need for industrial workwear in the region. While Japan and South Korea are prominent manufacturers and exporters of electrical appliances and automobiles, Singapore dominates with its excellent construction facilities.

The industrial workwear market in North America is 21.39% of the market share in 2021. The market is expected to witness growth at a healthier rate due to strict regulations and guidelines by the government and local authorities. However, the industry has seen some decline in industrial workwear used in manufacturing, construction, and mining, among others owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and the authoritative shutdown few regional industries, particularly in 2020 & 2021. However, the industry is expected to grow due to increased demand from healthcare, chemical, and a few other sectors during the forecast period.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

The industrial workwear market is highly fragmented, with many medium and large enterprises. The more prominent players are expected to dominate the global industrial workwear market with their high-volume product lines, which have helped offset the cost variations. The industry is characterized by the presence of diversified international and regional vendors. Further, as international players would increase their footprint in the industry, regional vendors are expected to face challenges concerning the large customer base and variety in clothing for global industrial sectors. The industry competition is projected to intensify further with an increase in product/service extensions and M&As.

Some of the key developments in the global industrial workwear market are listed as follows:

  • In May 2018, National Safety Apparel (NSA) Acquired Rubin Brothers, a Chicago-based safety clothing producer, including its Union Line brand.
  • In November 2021, Sentinel Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on the lower midmarket, invested in RefrigiWear (Dahlonega, GA, US), which makes protective industrial workwear for indoor and outdoor use in sub-freezing temperatures and inclement weather environments. RefrigiWear’s products include outerwear, coveralls, bibs, pants, and protective handwear and footwear.
  • In December 2021, BaltCap invested in Weekend (Tormi, Estonia), an omnichannel platform for apparel and footwear. BaltCap is a private equity fund manager in the Baltic states.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the industrial workwear market?

The industrial workwear market was valued at USD 35.65 billion in 2021. Growing job prospects and developments in the end-user industries, such as manufacturing, are expected to drive the demand for industrial workwear.

What is the projected market size of the global industrial workwear market by 2027?

The global industrial workwear market size is expected to reach USD 51.11 billion by 2027.

What is the growth rate of the global industrial workwear market?

The global industrial workwear market share is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.19% from 2022 to 2027.

Which region dominates the global industrial workwear market?

APAC industrial workwear market is the largest and accounts for 44.02% of the industry share in 2021 and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. Growing job prospects and developments in the end-user industries, such as manufacturing, are expected to drive the demand for industrial workwear in the region.

What are the primary trends in the industrial workwear market?

The rising demand from emerging economies, sustainable workwear, and increasing product innovation with the latest technologies are primary trends driving the industrial workwear market.

Who are the key players in the global industrial workwear market?

Some key players in the global industrial workwear market are 3M, Milwaukee Tool, Carhartt, Bulwark Protection, Sellstrom, NSA-National Safety Apparel, Pyramex, Ergodyne, ERB Safety, Cintas, LH Workwear, Delta Plus, Ballyclare, and Bennett Safetywear.

The industrial workwear market is expected to grow at a CAGR of approximately 6.19% from 2022 to 2027.

The following factors are likely to contribute to the growth of the global industrial workwear market during the forecast period:

  • Stringent Regulatory Standards
  • Rising Consumer Awareness Regarding Workplace Safety
  • Increasing Number of Industrial Accidents

Base Year: 2021

Forecast Year: 2022-2027

The report considers the present scenario of the global industrial workwear market and its market dynamics for 2022−2027. It covers a detailed overview of several market growth enablers, restraints, and trends. The study covers both the demand and supply sides of the industry. It also profiles and analyzes leading companies and several other prominent companies operating in the market.

Key Vendors

  • 3M
    • Business Overview
    • Product Offerings
  • Milwaukee Tool
  • Carhartt
  • Bulwark Protection
  • Sellstrom
  • NSA-National Safety Apparel
  • Pyramex
  • Ergodyne
  • ERB Safety
  • Cintas
  • LH Workwear
  • Delta Plus
  • Ballyclare
  • Bennett Safetywear
  • Asatex
  • Alexandra
  • Sanctum Work Wear
  • Wenaas
  • DEWALT
  • Mallory
  • Global Glove and Safety
  • Sioen
  • Robert Bosch
  • Makita
  • MSA
  • Hultafors Group
  • Benchmark
  • Kolossus

Segmentation by Product

  • Top wear
  • Bottom wear
  • Footwear
  • Headwear
  • Others

Segmentation by Material Type:

  • Polyester
  • Cotton
  • Nylon
  • Specialty Fabric
  • Others

Segmentation by End-Users:

  • Construction
  • Oil & Gas
  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals
  • Automotive
  • Mining
  • Others

Segmentation by Geography

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Germany
  • APAC
    • China
    • Australia
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • India
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC
    • South Africa
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Argentina

EXHIBIT 1 SEGMENTATION OF GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET
EXHIBIT 2 MARKET SIZE CALCULATION APPROACH 2021
EXHIBIT 3 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2022 & 2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 4 TRENDS AND DRIVERS IN GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET
EXHIBIT 5 KEY FACTORS FOR THE MARKET DUE TO COVID-19 IN 2020
EXHIBIT 6 IMPACT ON MAJOR END-USER INDUSTRIES 2020
EXHIBIT 7 A FEW KEY DEVELOPMENTS IN THE INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET
EXHIBIT 8 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR VALUE CHAIN
EXHIBIT 9 IMPACT OF RISING DEMAND FROM EMERGING ECONOMIES
EXHIBIT 10 IMPACT OF SUSTAINABLE WORKWEAR
EXHIBIT 11 IMPACT OF INCREASING PRODUCT INNOVATION WITH LATEST TECHNOLOGIES
EXHIBIT 12 IMPACT OF STRINGENT REGULATORY STANDARDS
EXHIBIT 13 IMPACT OF RISING CONSUMER AWARENESS OF WORKPLACE SAFETY
EXHIBIT 14 IMPACT OF INCREASING INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS
EXHIBIT 15 IMPACT OF HIGH COST OF RAW MATERIALS
EXHIBIT 16 GLOBAL POLYETHYLENE RESIN PRODUCTION BY REGION 2018 (% SHARE)
EXHIBIT 17 IMPACT OF LACK OF ENFORCEMENT OF STRINGENT SAFETY STANDARDS
EXHIBIT 18 INCREMENTAL GROWTH: GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 19 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 20 FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS 2021
EXHIBIT 21 INCREMENTAL GROWTH BY PRODUCT 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 22 OVERVIEW: GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY PRODUCT (% SHARE)
EXHIBIT 23 GLOBAL TOP WEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 24 GLOBAL BOTTOM WEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 25 GLOBAL FOOTWEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 26 GLOBAL HEADWEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 27 GLOBAL OTHERS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 28 INCREMENTAL GROWTH BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 29 OVERVIEW: GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE (% SHARE)
EXHIBIT 30 GLOBAL POLYESTER INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 31 GLOBAL COTTON INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 32 GLOBAL NYLON INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 33 GLOBAL SPECIALTY FABRIC INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 34 GLOBAL OTHERS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 35 INCREMENTAL GROWTH BY END-USER 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 36 OVERVIEW: GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY END-USER (% SHARE)
EXHIBIT 37 GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 38 GLOBAL OIL & GAS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 39 GLOBAL MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 40 GLOBAL CHEMICALS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 41 GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 42 GLOBAL MINING INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 43 GLOBAL OTHERS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 44 INCREMENTAL GROWTH BY GEOGRAPHY 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 45 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021
EXHIBIT 46 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 47 INCREMENTAL GROWTH IN APAC 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 48 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN CHINA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 49 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN INDIA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 50 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN JAPAN 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 51 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN SOUTH KOREA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 52 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN AUSTRALIA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 53 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 54 INCREMENTAL GROWTH IN EUROPE 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 55 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN GERMANY 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 56 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN FRANCE 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 57 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN UK 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 58 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN ITALY 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 59 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN SPAIN 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 60 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 61 INCREMENTAL GROWTH IN NORTH AMERICA 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 62 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN US 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 63 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN CANADA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 64 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 65 INCREMENTAL GROWTH IN LATIN AMERICA 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 66 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN BRAZIL 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 67 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MEXICO 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 68 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN ARGENTINA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 69 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 70 INCREMENTAL GROWTH IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA 2021 & 2027
EXHIBIT 71 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN GCC 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 72 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN SOUTH AFRICA 2021–2027 ($ BILLION)
EXHIBIT 73 KEY COMPETITIVE FACTORS
EXHIBIT 74 FEW MERGERS AND ACQUISITION

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 1 KEY CAVEATS
TABLE 2 CURRENCY CONVERSION 2015−2021
TABLE 3 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 4 GLOBAL TOP WEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 5 GLOBAL BOTTOM WEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 6 GLOBAL FOOTWEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 7 GLOBAL HEADWEAR INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 8 GLOBAL OTHER INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 9 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 10 GLOBAL POLYESTER INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 11 GLOBAL COTTON INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 12 GLOBAL NYLON INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 13 GLOBAL SPECIALTY FABRIC INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 14 GLOBAL OTHER INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 15 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 16 GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 17 GLOBAL OIL & GAS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 18 GLOBAL MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 19 GLOBAL CHEMICALS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 20 GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 21 GLOBAL MINING INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 22 GLOBAL OTHERS INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 23 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 24 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 25 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 26 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 27 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 28 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 29 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 30 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 31 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 32 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 33 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 34 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 35 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 36 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 37 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 38 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 39 3M: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 40 MILWAUKEE TOOL: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 41 CARHARTT: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 42 BULWARK PROTECTION: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 43 SELLSTROM: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 44 NSA-NATIONAL SAFETY APPAREL: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 45 PYRAMEX: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 46 ERGODYNE: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 47 ERB SAFETY: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 48 CINTAS: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 49 LH WORKWEAR: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 50 DELTA PLUS: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 51 BALLYCLARE: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 52 BENNETT SAFETYWEAR: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 53 ASATEX: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 54 ALEXANDRA: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 55 SANCTUM WORK WEAR: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 56 WENAAS: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 57 DEWALT: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 58 MALLORY: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 59 GLOBAL GLOVE AND SAFETY: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 60 SIOEN: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 61 ROBERT BOSCH: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 62 MAKITA: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 63 MSA: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 64 HULTAFORS GROUP: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 65 BENCHMARK: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 66 KOLOSSUS: MAJOR PRODUCT OFFERINGS
TABLE 67 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 68 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 69 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 70 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 71 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 72 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 73 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN APAC BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 74 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 75 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 76 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN EUROPE BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 77 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 78 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 79 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 80 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 81 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 82 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 83 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY PRODUCT 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 84 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY MATERIAL TYPE 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)
TABLE 85 INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR MARKET IN MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY END-USER 2021−2027 ($ BILLION)

1 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2 RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
3 RESEARCH PROCESS

4 SCOPE & COVERAGE

4.1 MARKET DEFINITION
4.1.1 INCLUSIONS
4.1.2 EXCLUSIONS
4.1.3 MARKET ESTIMATION CAVEATS
4.2 BASE YEAR
4.3 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
4.4 MARKET SEGMENTATION
4.4.1 MARKET BY PRODUCT
4.4.2 MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE
4.4.3 MARKET BY END-USER
4.4.4 MARKET SEGMENTATION BY GEOGRAPHY

5 REPORT ASSUMPTIONS & CAVEATS
5.1 KEY CAVEATS
5.2 CURRENCY CONVERSION
5.3 MARKET DERIVATION

6 MARKET AT A GLANCE
7 PREMIUM INSIGHTS

7.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
7.1.1 MARKET TRENDS
7.1.2 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
7.1.3 MARKET DRIVERS
7.1.4 MARKET CHALLENGES
7.1.5 SEGMENT REVIEW
7.1.6 COMPANY & STRATEGIES
7.1.7 MARKET PLAYERS

8 INTRODUCTION
8.1 OVERVIEW
8.1.1 SIGNIFICANCE OF SELECTING QUALITY WORKWEAR
8.2 COVID-19 SCENARIO
8.3 DEVELOPMENTS IN INDUSTRIAL WORKWEAR INDUSTRY
8.4 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
8.4.1 RAW MATERIALS AND SUPPLIERS
8.4.2 DISTRIBUTION
8.4.3 MARKETING & SALES
8.4.4 SERVICES
8.5 CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
8.5.1 RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
8.5.2 COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION
8.5.3 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURAL CONSTRUCTION

9 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES & TRENDS
9.1 RISING DEMAND FROM EMERGING ECONOMIES
9.2 SUSTAINABLE WORKWEAR
9.3 INCREASING PRODUCT INNOVATION WITH LATEST TECHNOLOGIES

10 MARKET GROWTH ENABLERS
10.1 STRINGENT REGULATORY STANDARDS
10.2 RISING CONSUMER AWARENESS OF WORKPLACE SAFETY
10.3 INCREASING INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS

11 MARKET RESTRAINTS
11.1 HIGH COST OF RAW MATERIALS
11.2 LACK OF ENFORCEMENT OF STRINGENT SAFETY STANDARDS

12 MARKET LANDSCAPE
12.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
12.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
12.3 FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
12.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
12.3.2 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
12.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
12.3.4 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
12.3.5 COMPETITIVE RIVALRY

13 PRODUCT
13.1 MARKET SNAPSHOT & GROWTH ENGINE
13.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.3 TOP WEAR
13.3.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.3.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
13.3.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
13.4 BOTTOM WEAR
13.4.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.4.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
13.4.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
13.5 FOOTWEAR
13.5.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.5.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
13.5.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
13.6 HEADWEAR
13.6.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.6.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
13.6.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
13.7 OTHERS
13.7.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.7.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
13.7.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

14 MATERIAL TYPE
14.1 MARKET SNAPSHOT & GROWTH ENGINE
14.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.3 POLYESTER
14.3.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.3.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
14.3.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
14.4 COTTON
14.4.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.4.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
14.4.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
14.5 NYLON
14.5.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.5.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
14.5.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
14.6 SPECIALTY FABRIC
14.6.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.6.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
14.6.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
14.7 OTHERS
14.7.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
14.7.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
14.7.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

15 END-USER
15.1 MARKET SNAPSHOT & GROWTH ENGINE
15.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.3 CONSTRUCTION
15.3.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.3.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.3.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.4 OIL & GAS
15.4.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.4.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.4.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.5 MANUFACTURING
15.5.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.5.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.5.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.6 CHEMICALS
15.6.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.6.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.6.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.7 AUTOMOTIVE
15.7.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.7.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.7.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.8 MINING
15.8.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.8.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.8.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
15.9 OTHERS
15.9.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
15.9.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
15.9.3 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

16 GEOGRAPHY
16.1 MARKET SNAPSHOT & GROWTH ENGINE
16.2 GEOGRAPHIC OVERVIEW
16.2.1 MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

17 APAC
17.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
17.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.3 MARKET SEGMENTATION
17.4 PRODUCT
17.4.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.5 MATERIAL TYPE
17.5.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.6 END-USER
17.6.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.7 KEY COUNTRIES
17.7.1 CHINA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.7.2 INDIA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.7.3 JAPAN: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.7.4 SOUTH KOREA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
17.7.5 AUSTRALIA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST

18 EUROPE
18.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
18.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.3 MARKET SEGMENTATION
18.4 PRODUCT
18.4.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.5 MATERIAL TYPE
18.5.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.6 END-USER
18.6.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.7 KEY COUNTRIES
18.7.1 GERMANY: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.7.2 FRANCE: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.7.3 UK: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.7.4 ITALY: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
18.7.5 SPAIN: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST

19 NORTH AMERICA
19.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
19.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.3 MARKET SEGMENTATION
19.4 PRODUCT
19.4.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.5 MATERIAL TYPE
19.5.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.6 END-USER
19.6.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.7 KEY COUNTRIES
19.7.1 US: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.7.2 COVID-19 SCENARIO
19.7.3 CANADA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
19.7.4 COVID-19 SCENARIO

20 LATIN AMERICA
20.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
20.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.3 MARKET SEGMENTATION
20.4 PRODUCT
20.4.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.5 MATERIAL TYPE
20.5.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.6 END-USER
20.6.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.7 KEY COUNTRIES
20.7.1 BRAZIL: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.7.2 MEXICO: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
20.7.3 ARGENTINA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST

21 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
21.1 MARKET OVERVIEW
21.2 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
21.3 MARKET SEGMENTATION
21.4 PRODUCT
21.4.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
21.5 MATERIAL TYPE
21.5.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
21.6 END-USER
21.6.1 MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
21.7 KEY COUNTRIES
21.7.1 GCC: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST
21.7.2 SOUTH AFRICA: MARKET SIZE & FORECAST

22 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
22.1 COMPETITION OVERVIEW
22.1.1 MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS IN WORKWEAR INDUSTRY

23 COMPANY PROFILES
23.1 3M
23.1.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.1.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.2 MILWAUKEE TOOL
23.2.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.2.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.3 CARHARTT
23.3.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.3.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.4 BULWARK PROTECTION
23.4.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.4.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.5 SELLSTROM
23.5.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.5.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.6 NSA-NATIONAL SAFETY APPAREL
23.6.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.6.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.7 PYRAMEX
23.7.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.7.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.8 ERGODYNE
23.8.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.8.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.9 ERB SAFETY
23.9.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.9.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.10 CINTAS
23.10.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.10.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.11 LH WORKWEAR
23.11.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.11.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.12 DELTA PLUS
23.12.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.12.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.13 BALLYCLARE
23.13.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.13.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.14 BENNETT SAFETYWEAR
23.14.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.14.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.15 ASATEX
23.15.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.15.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.16 ALEXANDRA
23.16.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.16.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.17 SANCTUM WORK WEAR
23.17.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.17.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.18 WENAAS
23.18.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.18.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.19 DEWALT
23.19.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.19.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.20 MALLORY
23.20.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.20.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.21 GLOBAL GLOVE AND SAFETY
23.21.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.21.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.22 SIOEN
23.22.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.22.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.23 ROBERT BOSCH
23.23.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.23.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.24 MAKITA
23.24.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.24.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.25 MSA
23.25.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.25.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.26 HULTAFORS GROUP
23.26.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.26.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.27 BENCHMARK
23.27.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.27.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS
23.28 KOLOSSUS
23.28.1 BUSINESS OVERVIEW
23.28.2 PRODUCT OFFERINGS

24 REPORT SUMMARY
24.1 KEY TAKEAWAYS
24.2 STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS

25 QUANTITATIVE SUMMARY
25.1 PRODUCT
25.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.3 END-USER
25.4 GEOGRAPHY
25.5 APAC
25.5.1 PRODUCT
25.5.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.5.3 END-USER
25.6 EUROPE
25.6.1 PRODUCT
25.6.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.6.3 END-USER
25.7 NORTH AMERICA
25.7.1 PRODUCT
25.7.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.7.3 END-USER
25.8 LATIN AMERICA
25.8.1 PRODUCT
25.8.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.8.3 END-USER
25.9 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
25.9.1 PRODUCT
25.9.2 MATERIAL TYPE
25.9.3 END-USER

26 APPENDIX
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Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the industrial workwear market?

The industrial workwear market was valued at USD 35.65 billion in 2021. Growing job prospects and developments in the end-user industries, such as manufacturing, are expected to drive the demand for industrial workwear.

What is the projected market size of the global industrial workwear market by 2027?

The global industrial workwear market size is expected to reach USD 51.11 billion by 2027.

What is the growth rate of the global industrial workwear market?

The global industrial workwear market share is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.19% from 2022 to 2027.

Which region dominates the global industrial workwear market?

APAC industrial workwear market is the largest and accounts for 44.02% of the industry share in 2021 and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. Growing job prospects and developments in the end-user industries, such as manufacturing, are expected to drive the demand for industrial workwear in the region.

What are the primary trends in the industrial workwear market?

The rising demand from emerging economies, sustainable workwear, and increasing product innovation with the latest technologies are primary trends driving the industrial workwear market.

Who are the key players in the global industrial workwear market?

Some key players in the global industrial workwear market are 3M, Milwaukee Tool, Carhartt, Bulwark Protection, Sellstrom, NSA-National Safety Apparel, Pyramex, Ergodyne, ERB Safety, Cintas, LH Workwear, Delta Plus, Ballyclare, and Bennett Safetywear.