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Non-Lethal Weapons Market To Reach $15.64Bn By 2033

Non-Lethal Weapons Market To Reach $15.64 Billion By 2033

October 2025 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF)

Non-Lethal Weapons Market Growth & Trends

The global non-lethal weapons market size is anticipated to reach USD 15.64 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is witnessing steady growth as governments, law enforcement agencies, and civilians seek alternatives to lethal force for security and self-defense. Rising incidents of civil unrest, protests, and crowd demonstrations worldwide are pushing authorities to adopt scalable tools that can control situations without causing fatalities. From riot control to personal protection, the need for less-lethal solutions is becoming central to modern security strategies.

A key factor driving the market growth is the dual demand from institutional and civilian users. Police forces and defense agencies rely on munitions, sprays, and acoustic devices for crowd management and peacekeeping operations. At the same time, civilians increasingly turn to pepper sprays, launchers, and stun devices for personal safety. This broad customer base supports a balanced demand environment and drives innovation across both heavy-duty and consumer-friendly solutions.

Technological advancements are shaping the future of the sector, particularly in directed energy, smart launchers, and hybrid self-defense devices. Acoustic hailing devices, dazzlers, and modern conducted energy weapons are being integrated with digital control and monitoring systems. Companies are investing heavily in R&D to develop products that ensure higher safety standards, compliance with human rights regulations, and reduced risk of permanent injury.

Regionally, the market is expanding with strong uptake in North America and Europe due to established law enforcement modernization programs. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East are emerging as fast-growing regions due to urbanization, civil disturbances, and increasing defense budgets. The mix of institutional procurement and rising consumer demand ensures long-term growth, making non-lethal weapons a critical element in both security and commercial defense portfolios.

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Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Highlights

North America dominated the global non-lethal weapons industry with the largest revenue share of 33.8% in 2024. This can be attributed to the robust defense and law enforcement budgets.
By product type, the gases & sprays segment held the highest revenue share of 33.1% in 2024, due to their cost-effectiveness, ease of deployment, and wide acceptance among law enforcement and civilian users.
By end use, the defense segment held the highest market revenue share of 68.3% in 2024, driven by large-scale adoption by military and paramilitary organizations.