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A medical pleated mask, or surgical mask, is a disposable loose-fitting mask with layered fabric and pleats that cover the nose, mouth, and chin, helping block large respiratory droplets and reduce the spread of infection.
The main types of medical pleated masks include ear-loop masks and tie-on masks. Ear-loop masks feature elastic loops that fit comfortably around the ears, allowing for quick and convenient application and removal. The distribution channels include hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and online pharmacies, and these masks are used across applications such as medical institutions, home and individual use, and commercial settings.
Tariffs are impacting the medical pleated masks market by increasing the cost of imported raw materials such as non-woven fabrics and melt-blown filters. Segments like single-use and N95 masks are particularly impacted, with Asia-Pacific regions including China and India facing higher import duties. This has resulted in increased production costs and supply chain disruptions. However, tariffs have also encouraged local manufacturing, investment in domestic mask production, and innovation in cost-effective materials.
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The medical pleated masks market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.77 billion in 2025 to $1.9 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to shortage of medical masks during pandemics, reliance on hospital and retail pharmacy distribution, limited mask variety and types, increasing awareness of infection prevention, adoption of ear loop and tie-on designs.
The medical pleated masks market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.49 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to development of high-filtration n95 and surgical masks, rising home and commercial usage, growth of online pharmacy and e-commerce sales, regulatory support for sustainable and reusable masks, innovation in comfort and breathability features. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for disposable surgical masks, increased adoption of reusable and sustainable masks, expansion of online and retail distribution channels, growing use of masks in home and commercial settings, focus on enhanced filtration efficiency and comfort.
The increase in respiratory diseases is increasingly supporting the expansion of the medical pleated masks market going forward. Respiratory diseases affect the lungs and other components of the respiratory system, leading to impaired breathing and reduced oxygen exchange. The growing prevalence of respiratory diseases is primarily linked to air pollution, smoking, aging populations, occupational exposure, and the spread of viral infections. Medical pleated masks help limit the transmission of respiratory illnesses by filtering airborne particles, reducing pathogen inhalation, and protecting both users and surrounding individuals. For example, in June 2024, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, an Australia-based government agency, approximately 8.5 million people, or 34% of the population, were estimated to be living with chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. As a result, the rising prevalence of respiratory diseases is strengthening demand for medical pleated masks.
Leading companies operating in the medical pleated masks market are focusing on developing advanced products, including next-generation personal protective equipment, to enhance safety for healthcare professionals and the general population. Advanced personal protective equipment refers to specialized gear designed to protect individuals from biological, chemical, and physical hazards. For example, in March 2024, Detmold Medical, an Australia-based company, launched a new range of tri-panel respirators and a surgical mask with an integrated visor. These products are engineered to deliver high filtration efficiency and ergonomic comfort, providing reliable protection against airborne pathogens during extended use. The visor-integrated surgical mask improves visibility and splash protection, addressing critical safety and performance requirements within the medical pleated mask market.
In October 2023, AMD Medicom Inc., a Canada-based medical equipment company, acquired the Humask portfolio of masks and related assets from Entreprise Premont for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Medicom's infection prevention product portfolio and ensure continuity for innovative protective equipment developed in Quebec. Entreprise Premont is a Canada-based provider of medical pleated masks.
Major companies operating in the medical pleated masks market are Cardinal Health Inc., Honeywell International Inc., 3M Company, Medline Industries Inc., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Owens & Minor Inc., Kingfa Sci.&Tech. Co. Ltd, Ansell Limited, Halyard Health, Ambu A/S, Moldex-Metric Inc., TIDI Products LLC, Makrite Industries Inc., Alpha Pro Tech Ltd., Crosstex International Inc., SAS Safety Corp., AMD Medicom Inc., Alpha Solway Limited, Prestige Ameritech, RZ Mask, Cambridge Mask Co, Allmed Medical Products Co. Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the medical pleated masks market in 2025. The regions covered in the medical pleated masks market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the medical pleated masks market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The medical pleated masks market consists of sales of non-woven fabric masks, melt-blown fabric masks, and spun-bonded fabric masks. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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