Non-Lethal Weapons Market Overview, Growth, Trends, Analysis, Research Report (2021-2031)

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Technology (Chemicals, Acoustic, Electromagnetic, and Mechanical and Kinetic), Product Type (Direct Contact Weapons and Directed Energy Weapons), Application (Law Enforcement Agencies, Military, and Personalized Applications), and Geography

  • Report Code : TIPRE00012513
  • Category : Aerospace and Defense
  • No. of Pages : 150

Non-Lethal Weapons Market SWOT & PEST Analysis 2021-2031

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The non-lethal weapons market size is projected to reach US$ 11.38 billion by 2031 from US$ 6.67 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.9% during 2023–2031. Integration of advanced technologies with non-lethal weapons is likely to remain a key trend in the market.

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Analysis

Low product differentiation for some specific product categories such as tasers, batons, and pepper sprays that are some of the most adopted non-lethal weapons among the end users. Moreover, stringent regulations related to the usage of non-lethal weapons for civilian application under certain circumstances has also led to the generation of a hesitation among the personalized users. Such factors have been impacting the market for several segments.

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Overview

Increasing civil unrest and militarization of law enforcement agencies are the major factors supporting the growth of the non-lethal weapons market. However, stringent environmental and government regulations in a few developing countries are restricting the growth of the non-lethal weapons market.

Moreover, the rising crime rates and riot protests across several countries such as the US, Israel, and other countries have been pushing the adoption of non-lethal weapons market across different regions.

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Non-Lethal Weapons Market: Strategic Insights

Non-Lethal Weapons Market
  • CAGR
    CAGR (2023 - 2031)
    6.9%
  • Market Size 2023
    US$ 6.67 Billion
  • Market Size 2031
    US$ 11.38 Billion

Market Dynamics

GROWTH DRIVERS
  • Rising acquisition of non-lethal weapons
  • Increased investments in the development of new non-lethal weapons
FUTURE TRENDS
  • Integration of Advanced Technologies with Non-Lethal Weapons
OPPORTUNITIES
  • Legalization of non-lethal weapons for personal applications

Key Players

  • BAE Systems
  • Combined Systems Inc
  • Condor Non Lethal Technologies
  • FN Herstal
  • Lamperd Inc
  • Mission Less Lethal Technologies
  • NonLethal Technologies Inc
  • PepperBall Technologies Inc
  • Raytheon Company

Regional Overview

Regional Overview
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • South and Central America
  • Middle East and Africa

Market Segmentation

Market SegmentTechnology
  • Chemicals
  • Acoustic
  • Electromagnetic
  • Mechanical and Kinetic
Market SegmentProduct Type
  • Direct Contact Weapons and Directed Energy Weapons
Market SegmentApplication
  • Law Enforcement Agencies
  • Military
  • Personalized Applications
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Non-Lethal Weapons Market Drivers and Opportunities

Increased Investments in the Development of New Non-Lethal Weapons

Rising instability across various regions because of different controversial laws and legislations enacted by several governments has increased the need for weapons with a low risk of casualties. Human rights legislators and governments have created regulations requiring multiple security & defense organizations to acquire weapons that pose a lower risk of killing a suspect. This rise in demand for weapons that are less lethal has increased the development of new and advanced non-lethal weapons. A few major players operating in the global non-lethal weapons market include FN HERSTAL; Lamperd Less Lethal; Combined Systems, Inc.; Pepperball; and Rheinmetall AG.

Integration of Advanced Technologies with Non-Lethal Weapons

Non-lethal weapons have become more popular because of their advanced features and capacity to calm riots without causing casualties. Defense firms and key market players have improved their product portfolios with advanced technologies, including laser interdiction systems, long-range acoustic devices, upgraded underwater loudhailers, flash-bang grenades, acoustic hailing devices, modular crowd control weapons, and tasers. These technology integrations in non-lethal weapons are propelling the growth of the non-lethal weapons market.

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the non-lethal weapons market analysis are technology, product type, and application.

  • Based on technology, the non-lethal weapons market is divided into chemicals, acoustic, electromagnetic, and mechanical & kinetic. The mechanical & kinetic segment held a larger market share in 2023.
  • Based on product type, the non-lethal weapons market is segmented into direct contact weapons and directed energy weapons. The direct contact weapons segment held a larger market share in 2023.
  • By application, the market is segmented into law enforcement agencies, military, and personalized applications. The law enforcement agencies held the largest share of the market in 2023.

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the non-lethal weapons market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America.

North America has dominated the market in 2023 followed by Europe and Asia Pacific region. Further, Asia Pacific is likely to witness highest CAGR in the coming years. The rising investment by regional players in the development of advanced non-lethal weapons is also expected to propel the growth of the non-lethal weapons market. For instance, an UP-based Indian firm developed non-lethal weapons such as Varja and Trishul for protecting its army forces from sudden attacks after the Galwan Valley clash. Thus, these above-mentioned factors are boosting the growth of the APAC non-lethal weapons market.

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 6.67 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 11.38 Billion
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 6.9%
Historical Data 2021-2022
Forecast period 2024-2031
Segments Covered By Technology
  • Chemicals
  • Acoustic
  • Electromagnetic
  • Mechanical and Kinetic
By Product Type
  • Direct Contact Weapons and Directed Energy Weapons
By Application
  • Law Enforcement Agencies
  • Military
  • Personalized Applications
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • BAE Systems
  • Combined Systems Inc
  • Condor Non Lethal Technologies
  • FN Herstal
  • Lamperd Inc
  • Mission Less Lethal Technologies
  • NonLethal Technologies Inc
  • PepperBall Technologies Inc
  • Raytheon Company
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Non-Lethal Weapons Market News and Recent Developments

The non-lethal weapons market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the non-lethal weapons market are listed below:

PepperBall, the leader in innovative non-lethal law enforcement solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its redesigned TAC-SA models - the TAC-SA PRO and TAC-SA PRO PLUS at this year’s SHOT Show, booth 72205. These launchers represent the latest advancements in non-lethal response solutions and are tailored to meet the diverse needs of law enforcement professionals. (Source: PepperBall, Press Release, Jan 2024)

  • PepperBall, a leader in non-lethal solutions for law enforcement, is proud to announce the launch of its redesigned FTC PRO and FTC PRO PLUS launchers. These state-of-the-art models will be showcased at SHOT Show 2024. The  FTC PRO and FTC PRO PLUS are engineered to meet the ever-evolving demands of law enforcement professionals. While both launchers share a base of innovative features, each has unique aspects tailored to specific operational needs. (Source: Lockheed Martin Australia, Press Release, Jan 2024)

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The “Non-Lethal Weapons Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

  • Non-lethal weapons market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
  • Non-lethal weapons market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
  • Detailed porter’s five forces analysis
  • Non-lethal weapons market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
  • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the non-lethal weapons market
  • Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage

Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered

Segment Covered

Technology, Product Type, and Application

Regional Scope

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope

Country Scope

Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


Which region dominated the non-lethal weapons market in 2023?

North America region dominated the non-lethal weapons market in 2023.

What are the driving factors impacting the non-lethal weapons market?

Rising acquisition of non-lethal weapons and increased investments in the development of new non-lethal weapons are some of the factors driving the growth for non-lethal weapons market.

What are the future trends of the non-lethal weapons market?

Legalization of non-lethal weapons for personal applications is one of the major trends of the market.

Which are the leading players operating in the non-lethal weapons market?

FN HERSTAL, Lamperd Less Lethal, Combined Systems Inc, Pepperball, Rheinmetall AG, NonLethal Technologies Inc, Condor Non-Lethal Technologies, Axon Enterprise Inc, ISPRA, and Byrna Technologies Inc are some of the key players profiled under the report.

What would be the estimated value of the non-lethal weapons market by 2031?

The estimated value of the non-lethal weapons market by 2031 would be around US$ 11.38 billion.

What is the expected CAGR of the non-lethal weapons market?

The non-lethal weapons market is likely to register of 6.9% during 2023-2031.

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