Report Overview

Saudi Arabia disposable mask market is growing owing to growing air pollution, increasing construction activities in the country, rising health awareness, and a growing number of ICE-vehicles in the country.

Saudi Arabia Disposable Mask Market- Industry Trends & Forecast Report 2028

Saudi Arabia disposable mask market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.5% during the forecast period, i.e., 2022-2028. Saudi Arabia disposable mask market is thriving owing to growing air pollution, increasing construction activities, rising health awareness, and a growing number of ICE-vehicles in the country. Moreover, the recent emergence of COVID-19 has created an exponential demand for disposable masks in the kingdom and is supporting the growth of Saudi Arabia disposable mask market.

Disposable Masks: A Brief Overview:

Disposable masks, also known as "use-and-throw masks," are worn once and then discarded. A disposable mask consists of three layers of fluid-resistant material that protects the wearer from droplets of infectious particles emitted as a result of coughing, sneezing, and talking. The masks should be disposed of when they become moist to prevent the spread of germs and viruses.

Saudi Arabia Disposable Mask Market Forecast and Trend

Growth Drivers

Increasing air pollution propelling the growth of the Saudi Arabia disposable mask market

Air pollution is growing at an alarming rate across Saudi Arabia owing to rapid industrialization, increasing number of vehicles, and release of harmful gases into the environment. People in Saudi Arabia are experiencing serious health issues as a result of rapidly declining air quality. Air quality in Saudi Arabia is considered unsafe by the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers (IAMAT). It states that country’s mean annual concentration of PM 2.5 is 88 µg/m3, which is significantly higher than the 10µg/m3 limit set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

There are seasonal variations in Saudi Arabia’s air quality with the worst air quality registered during the spring season between March to May. The sand storms during the spring season are the major reason for bad air quality during the season. According to IQAir—the world's largest free real-time air quality information platform, PM 2.5 concentration in Saudi Arabia is 4.7 times above the WHO’s annual air quality guidelines value. There has been a growing need for disposable masks in Saudi Arabia due to the deteriorating air quality. Therefore, the increasing air pollution in the country is driving the growth of Saudi Arabia disposable mask market.

Saudi Arabia Disposable Mask Market: By Distribution Channel

Saudi Arabia disposable mask market is categorized into online and offline segments in terms of distribution channels. The offline segment dominated the market in 2021 and held the larger share; however, the online segment is expected to register the fastest growth during the forecast period. The growing penetration of smartphone & the internet among the Saudi population and the emergence of the e-commerce segment is expected to support the higher growth rate of the online distribution channel during the forecast period. Additionally, the ease of ordering, doorstep delivery, and various offers provided by e-commerce websites for online purchase of disposable masks are expected to further contribute to the higher growth of the online segment during the forecast period in Saudi Arabia disposable mask market.

Impact of COVID-19 in the Industry

The COVID-19-induced pandemic has created several issues for Saudi Arabia disposable mask market. As the COVID-19 cases surged in the country, Saudi Arabia disposable mask market registered an exponential surge in the demand for masks. In February 2020, several pharmacies in Riyadh and Jeddah sold out their masks amid the growing fear of COVID-19. Moreover, the subsequent lockdown caused logistical problems that prevented pharmacies from restocking their inventory effectively, which delayed the delivery of masks.

In March 2020, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) announced that they are producing 2 million masks every day from its 9 factories to battle the shortage of masks in the country. SFDA further added that there were around 25 million masks available for an estimated population of 33.7 million. Additionally, there has been an increased demand for disposable masks in recent months after the Saudi Ministry of Interior announced that people not wearing masks would be fined 1,000 Saudi Riyals.

Saudi Arabia Disposable Mask Market - Competitive Landscape

Some of the dominant players operating in Saudi Arabia disposable mask market are 3M, Saudi Mais Co., and Honeywell International Inc. Other players operating in the market include Abdul-Aziz M. Al-Madhi& Partner (AMPCO), Uvex Arbeitsschutz GmbH, Owens & Minor, Inc., Moldex-Metric, Inc., Cardinal Health, Inc., Arabian Medical Products Manufacturing Company (Enayah), DuPont de Nemours, Inc., and others.

The companies operating in the Saudi Arabia disposable mask market look to launch new products & technologies, provide cost-effective services, collaborate with government & other organizations, and indulge in mergers & acquisitions to gain an advantage over other players operating in the market.

Recent Developments

• In December 2021, the Saudi Ministry of Interior announced that anyone found not wearing masks would be finded 1,000 Saudi riyals (USD 266.55). If the offence is repeated, the fine will be doubled up to maximum of 100,000 Saudi riyals (USD 26655.29). The ministry also announced that masks and social distancing standards must be adhered to in both indoor and outdoor spaces.

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• In October 2021, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced that the King has approved the decision allowing people to move outdoors without the need to wear masks or maintain social distancing, effective from October 17, 2021. · While social distancing requirements have been reduced, people still need to wear masks indoors as a precaution.

Scope of the Report:

By Product

• Non-woven Masks
• Dust Masks
• Protective Masks
• Surgical Masks
• Others

By Material

• Polypropylene
• Nylon
• Melt Brown
• Cotton
• Others

By End-Use

• Personal/Individual
• Commercial
• Industrial

By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline