Global Water-Based Adhesive Market Size to worth USD 37.21 Billion by 2033
According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Water-Based Adhesive Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 21.04 Billion in 2023 to USD 37.21 Billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.87% during the forecast period 2023-2033.
Browse key industry insights spread across 210 pages with 110 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the Global Water-Based Adhesive Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis By Resin Type (PVA Emulsion, PAE, VAE Emulsion, SB Latex, PUD, and VAA), By Application (Tapes and Labels, Paper and Packaging, Woodworking, Building and Construction, and Automotive), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 – 2033.
An adhesive that uses water as its main solvent or carrier during application is known as a water-based adhesive. These adhesives are sometimes referred to as waterborne or aqueous adhesives. The demand for eco-friendly adhesive solutions is driven by strict environmental regulations and a growing focus on minimizing volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the European Union's REACH regulate VOC emissions, favoring water-based adhesives due to their lower environmental and human health effects. Paper, packaging, woodworking, construction, automotive, and transportation are just a few of the industries that employ water-based adhesives, which are made from natural polymers. Adhesives and sealants are gaining popularity due to their durability, affordability, and adaptability, making them ideal for poor airflow areas and expected to expand in the transportation sector. Composites, polymers, and light metals that are incompatible with conventional mechanical fasteners are being used by manufacturers in place of metals. In addition to providing better product performance, dependability, and durability, adhesives also lower manufacturing costs, which propels market growth. Strict limitations on volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions have been put in place by governments all over the world, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States and the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) rules of the European Union. The trend toward more environmentally friendly adhesives is being fueled by these requirements. However, water-based adhesives may have performance limitations, especially in harsh environments like automotive production or aerospace, where bonding strength is crucial for structural integrity and extreme conditions, especially in automotive applications.
The PVA emulsion segment is predicted to hold the greatest market share through the forecast period.
Based on the resin type, the water-based adhesive market is classified into PVA emulsion, PAE, VAE emulsion, SB latex, PUD, and VAA. Among these, the PVA emulsion segment is predicted to hold the greatest market share through the forecast period. The water-based glue known as PVA emulsion, which is mostly made of polyvinyl acetate, is used extensively in the paper, packaging, textile, woodworking, and assembly industries. It is a popular option for general-purpose bonding because of its versatility, ease of application, and compatibility with a variety of substrates.
The paper and packaging segment is anticipated to hold the greatest market share during the projected timeframe.
Based on the application, the water-based adhesive market is divided into tapes and labels, paper and packaging, woodworking, building and construction, and automotive. Among these, the paper and packaging segment is anticipated to hold the greatest market share during the projected timeframe. Water-based adhesives are crucial in the paper and packaging industries, bonding materials like paperboard and corrugated cardboard. They are environmentally friendly due to low VOC emissions and biodegradability and offer high heat resistance, flexibility, and bonding strength.
North America is estimated to hold the largest share of the water-based adhesive market over the forecast period.
North America is estimated to hold the largest share of the water-based adhesive market over the forecast period. The demand for sustainable products in industries like packaging, construction, and automotive is growing. The US and Canadian governments' enforcement of energy efficiency laws is expected to boost business growth. The U.S. Green Building Council has set LEED certification requirements for water-based adhesives.
Europe is predicted to have the fastest CAGR growth in the water-based adhesive market over the forecast period. The region's construction, packaging, and automotive sectors are expected to drive demand for water-based adhesives, driven by stringent legislation, increased consumer awareness, and large corporations investing in R&D projects. The European Commission's REACH Regulation sets safety standards.
Company Profiling
Major key players in the water-based adhesive market include Henkel AG and Co. KGaA, 3M Company, H.B. Fuller Company, Ashland Inc., Avery Dennison Corporation, Bostik SA, Dow Inc., Sika AG, Huntsman Corporation, PPG Industries, Inc., BASF SE, Akzo Nobel N.V., and Others.
Recent Development
- In September 2023, the UK-based Sanglier Limited, one of Europe's top privately owned producers and fillers of sprayable (aerosol and canister) industrial adhesives, was acquired by H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE: FUL), the world's largest pureplay adhesives maker.
- In February 2022, Ashland unveiled a line of water-based pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) for direct skin contact applications that completely adhere to ISO 10993. These high-performance adhesives are made for demanding applications.
Key Target Audience
- Market Players
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting And Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Market Segment
This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the water-based adhesive market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Resin Type
- PVA Emulsion
- PAE
- VAE Emulsion
- SB Latex
- PUD
- VAA
Global Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Application
- Tapes and Labels
- Paper and Packaging
- Woodworking
- Building and Construction
- Automotive
Global Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa