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The knee pad market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.77% between 2022 and 2027. The market size is forecast to increase by USD 1,161.98 million. The growth of the market depends on several factors such as product innovations and portfolio extensions, the rising demand from motorcycle riders, and the increasing demand for knee pads from the construction sector.
This knee pad market report extensively covers market segmentation by end-user (individual and industrial), distribution channel (online and offline), and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.
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Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.
Product innovations and portfolio extensions are driving market growth. Vendors are offering products that use innovative raw materials that have greater efficiency and improved safety features. For example, PROFESSIONAL KNEEPADS by CLC is made from thick, high-density, foam padding for comfort and has a hard, tread-pattern cap for durability. Increasing consumer disposable income has increased demand for protective gear such as knee pads.
Moreover, people employed in occupations or environments that require kneeling for prolonged periods of time are increasingly demanding knee pads to reduce the risk of getting knee joint issues. Some vendors that offer occupational knee pads include ALTA, ASICS, and Decathlon. To cater to the diverse needs of consumers, vendors are offering a wide range of products that are flexible, prevent injuries, and offer high efficacy in industrial and other working environments. Hence such factors will boost market growth during the forecast period.
The rising demand for specialty knee pads is a key trend in the market. To cater to health-conscious consumers, vendors are offering innovative products in terms of technology and design. These include self-adjusting knee pads that do not require manual adjustment and strapless knee pads that do not need hassles. This can help prevent improper blood circulation, excess sweating, dislocation of knee pads, and other uncomfortable situations faced by conventional knee pads.
Moreover, gel knee pads have gels filled directly into the foam of knee pads, which helps to evenly distribute pressure across the knees. This helps reduce pain and the chances of injury. Due to these advantages, there has been increasing demand for gel pads and hence vendors are offering gel knee pads with a wide range of different designs and colors. A major vendor, ASICS offers gel knee pads made from cotton, polyamide, polyester, and rubber for sports that are durable and facilitate moisture management and precision fit. Hence such factors will result in market growth during the forecast period.
The skepticism towards usage by athletic professionals is challenging market growth. Despite increasing usage of knee pads in sports, a few athletes in sports like football and volleyball are refusing to wear knee pads. In fact, young volleyball female players are opting to not use knee pads as constant usage might result in poor performance, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Similarly, National Football League (NFL) football players believe knee pads restrict mobility and hamper performance. Moreover, others believe using knee pads is a sign of weakness and doubt in one's ability. Due to vast numbers of people idolizing players and professional athletes, there is likely to be reduced usage of knee pads. Hence such factors will hinder market growth during the forecast period.
The market research report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.
Global Knee Pad Market Customer Landscape
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
3M Co. - The company offers knee pads such as futuro comfort fit knee stabilizers, adjustable and knee straps.
The research report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 20 market companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The individual segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. They are increasing in demand from sports enthusiasts, athletes, fitness-conscious individuals, gardeners, and dancers. Moreover, the wide range of knee pads to be used for specific applications and increasing awareness of the benefits of using knee pads are responsible for greater demand. Additionally, rising participation in sports that require knee pads will also propel market growth during the forecast period. Knee pads are specially targeted for specific sports including volleyball, basketball, motocross, weightlifting, wrestling, skating, and cycling, and by athletes. Moreover, they are important in certain sports as essential safety gear as they control external knee rotation, eliminate improper movement, and reduce the chance of injury.
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The individual segment was the largest segment and was valued at USD 2,112.85 million in 2017. The increasing participation in ball sports which have the risk of falling on hard surfaces and getting knee injuries also increase market demand. Moreover, global events like the FIFA World Cup and International Cricket Council (ICC) World Test Championship which are immensely popular require several athletes to wear protective gear like knee pads. Hence such factors will increase market growth in this segment during the forecast period.
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North America is estimated to contribute 39% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.
Another region offering significant growth opportunities is APAC with major revenue-generating countries being China, Japan, and India. This is primarily due to increasing sports participation and the presence of various vendors offering diverse products. Moreover, knee pads used for sports are also affordable for most of the population in these countries. Increasing disposable income in China and India is also a positive sign for the market. Additionally, the increasing popularity of ball sports and ease of doing business are creating conducive environments for the manufacture and sales of knee pads in the region. However, the availability of counterfeit pads, made of low-quality materials erodes the brand image and reduces sales of genuine products sold by vendors. Therefore, such factors will increase regional market growth during the forecast period.
The COVID-19 outbreak negatively impacted the market in 2021, especially in countries with high populations like China and China. Governments imposed nationwide lockdowns to reduce the spread of the disease which resulted in reduced participation in outdoor fitness activities. However, after large-scale vaccination drives, there was an easing of restrictions which resulted in the resumption of various sports events and tournaments that increased demand for knee pads. Hence such factors are expected to propel market growth during the forecast period.
The knee pad market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027.
Knee Pad Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
164 |
Base year |
2022 |
Historic period |
2017-2021 |
Forecast period |
2023-2027 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 4.77% |
Market growth 2023-2027 |
USD 1,161.98 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2022-2023(%) |
4.49 |
Regional analysis |
APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
North America at 39% |
Key countries |
US, China, Japan, Germany, and UK |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
3M Co., Allegro Industries, ALTA Industries, ASICS Corp., Barska Optics, Bashlin Industries Inc., Bauerfeind USA Inc., Bucket Boss, Custom LeatherCraft Manufacturing LLC, Damascus Worldwide Inc., Decathlon SA, G FORM LLC, Honeywell International Inc., Hultafors Group AB, Klein Tools Inc., Mizuno Corp, Nike Inc., Stanley Black and Decker Inc., Vista Outdoor Inc., and Tommyco Knee Pads Inc. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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