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According to a new market report on non-lethal weapons, published by Transparency Market Research, the global non-lethal weapons market is expected to reach US$ 6,591.8 Mn by 2026 Wholesale Linval Joseph Jersey , expanding at a CAGR of 6.3% from 2018 to 2026. According to the report, the global market will continue to be influenced by a range of macroeconomic and industry-specific factors. Asia Pacific will continue to be at the forefront of global demand, with the market in the region growing at a CAGR of 7.2% through 2026.
Surging demand for less lethal and self-defense weapons by civilians driving the global non-lethal weapons market
Presence of numerous market players and significant number of small and medium sized industries in the global market is a primary factor for the adoption of non-lethal weapons. In 2017, North America accounted for the largest market share as the U.S. is observed to be the largest developer, operator, and exporter of non-lethal weapons. However Wholesale Harrison Smith Jersey , Asia Pacific is predicted to be the fastest growing region by reaching US$ 1,582.5 Mn at a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period. This is mainly due to focus on development of non-lethal weapons for military and law enforcement applications in order to control attacks and riots in India, China, and other APAC countries.
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