Global and U.S. Butyl Hazmat Overboots Market Report, Published by QY Research.

A chemical spill response team in Louisiana faced repeated failures of standard PVC and rubber overboots during hazardous-material (HAZMAT) operations. When entering areas contaminated with concentrated acids, industrial solvents, and unknown chemical mixtures, the team found that conventional overboots softened, cracked, or absorbed chemicals after short exposure. This created slip hazards, loss of traction, and dangerous chemical permeation-forcing frequent gear replacement and increasing responder risk.

To solve the problem, the safety division switched to Butyl Hazmat Overboots, specialized protective footwear made from high-density butyl rubber known for exceptional resistance to a wide range of chemical agents. Butyl rubber provides extremely low permeability to toxic industrial chemicals (TICs), warfare agents, acids, and corrosive liquids, while maintaining flexibility in both hot and cold environments. These overboots feature seamless construction, anti-slip soles, and over-the-boot designs that integrate easily with Level A and Level B suits. After deploying them across their teams, the response unit recorded zero boot failures, significantly improved traction on wet chemical surfaces, and extended PPE service life by over 3×. The upgrade also reduced responder fatigue thanks to the lighter weight and improved ergonomics of butyl materials.

Butyl hazmat overboots are now standard for emergency responders, chemical plants, refinery shutdown crews, military CBRN teams, and laboratory personnel who require maximum protection against chemical permeation in hazardous environments.

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Core Market Data

Global market size: USD 145 million
CAGR (2024-2030): 5.4%
Average price: USD 35 per pair
Annual production: 4.1 million pairs
Gross margin: 32%
Production capacity: 5 million pairs

List of Main Players

AirBoss Defense (Canada)
Respirex International (UK)
Ouvry SAS (France)
Avon Protection (UK)
Impertech (Israel)
Saftto Footwear (China)
Tulsi Rubber Products (India)
Bekina Boots (Belgium)
Tingley Rubber (USA)
Honeywell Safety (USA)
Dunlop Protective (Netherlands)
Delta Plus Group (France)
Acton Boots (Canada)
Onguard Industries (USA)
Bata Industrials (Netherlands)
Viking Footwear (Canada)
Paul Boyé Technologies (France)
Lakeland Industries (USA)

1. By Material Type

Pure Butyl Rubber
Butyl-chlorobutyl Blend
Butyl-EPDM Composite

2. By Closure Height

Low-height Overboots
Mid-calf Overboots
Knee-height Overboots

3. By Protection Level

Industrial Grade
CBRN Grade
Military Grade

4. By Application

Emergency Response
Military & Defense
Waste Management
Petrochemical
Pharmaceutical

Case Study for Bidding

Time: February 2024
Supplier: Ansell Protective Solutions
Buyer: U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Product: NFPA-certified butyl hazmat overboots for national response teams
Quantity: 520,000 pairs
Contract Value: USD 22 million
Delivery Timeline: December 2025

Case Study for End Using

End User: Fire Department of New York (FDNY) - HazMat Operations

Application: Deployed in chemical spill and vapor leak responses requiring impermeable footwear protection.

Installation Location / Usage Context

Worn over structural firefighting boots during hazardous-material entry.
Used within hot zones and decontamination corridors.
Paired with fully encapsulated Level A and Level B hazmat suits.

Purpose

Prevents chemical permeation and skin exposure.
Provides barrier protection against a wide spectrum of industrial toxins and CWAs.
Ensures slip-resistant footing on wet or contaminated surfaces.

Effect

Reduced responder exposure incidents by 34% over 12 months.
Improved decontamination throughput due to easy-on/easy-off design.
Increased PPE lifespan through resistant butyl construction.

Alternative Devices

PVC or nitrile boots provide partial liquid resistance but cannot block chemical vapors, toxic agents, or low-permeation hazards.
Therefore, Butyl Hazmat Overboots remain essential for CBRN readiness, emergency response, and high-hazard industrial environments.

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