
In the recent years, the awareness regarding the health and safety of employees working in the manufacturing industry has increased and many protective measures are been adopted. Rising concern regarding proper protective equipment such as protective face mask for workers in several industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, mining, agriculture, and construction, are expected to create growth opportunities for the Protective Face Mask Market. These industries emits heat, radiation, hazardous gases, and fumes, which may lead to health risks such as respiratory diseases, cancers, and skin diseases, among others. In addition, strict regulations and norms from the World Health Organization (WHO) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) regarding the safety and health of industry workers are positively expected to impact the growth of the market for protective face mask. In addition, according to the WHO nearly 4 million deaths in 2017 were recorded due to exposure to air pollution. There are mainly two types of protective face masks available, namely disposable face masks and reusable face masks. Protective face masks are made mainly from plastic, silicone and metals. Protective face mask also contains a filter that helps the user to inhale pure air while working in a polluted environment.