Adhesives and Sealants

The Adhesives and Sealants market is an underlying bonding technology industry underpinning various industrial uses ranging from automotive production to construction infrastructure. As per FEICA, the European Adhesive & Sealant Industry Association, the European adhesives and sealants (A&S) market size was 4.8 million tons in volume and €19.9 billion in value in 2022. Adhesives comprised 83.5% of the overall volume and accounted for 74.7% of the total market value throughout the year.

This broad market includes specialty products designed to provide better adhesion, sealing, and protective performance across materials like metals, plastics, composites, and fabrics. It drives technology with new chemistry and specific application innovations. Our extensive adhesives and sealants study includes four key subcategories redefining bonding technologies. Automotive Adhesives show strong growth, fueled by growing vehicle manufacturing.

Ancillary segments are rubber repair adhesives of over USD 842.8 million in 2023, set to witness about 4% CAGR between 2024 and 2032, led by growing application in the automotive, manufacturing, mining, and construction sectors. Construction Adhesives exhibit significant market presence, and construction silicone sealants are worth approximately USD 348.3 million in 2023, expected to record over 5.7% CAGR during 2024-2032. Roofing adhesives accounted for USD 6.86 billion in 2023, expected to record over 6.3% CAGR.