United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Resin Type (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, Thermoplastic Polyurethane, Styrenic Block Co-Polymers, and Others), By End-user Industry (Building and Construction, Woodworking and Joinery, Paper Board and Packaging, Transportation, Footwear and Leather, Electronics, Healthcare, and Others), and United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033.

United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market Insights Forecasts to 2033 

• The United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market is Growing at a CAGR of 4.62% from 2023 to 2033
• The United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market Size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2033

The United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market is expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.62% from 2023 to 2033.

Market Overview

The market that produces, distributes, and uses hot-melt adhesives in the United Kingdom is referred to as the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market. The thermoplastic polymers used in these adhesives are solid at room temperature and turn liquid when heated. The market is anticipated to grow more rapidly over the projected period as a result of the use of bio-based hot-melt adhesives.  Additionally, they are extensively utilized in many different industries, including electronics, construction, automotive, and packaging, because of their high adhesion qualities, short setting times, and environmental friendliness. In addition, the increasing demand for hot melt adhesives in the packaging industry is the cause of this expansion. This increase is also anticipated to be fueled by the e-commerce sector's rapid expansion and growing logistics demands, particularly in the food and beverage industry. Furthermore, innovations in polymer-based adhesive technology improve their performance characteristics, such as bonding strength and durability, and broaden the range of industries in which they can be used, including nonwoven hygiene goods, construction, and the automotive sector.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market. 

Driving Factors

The United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market's demand is being driven by its growing use as an alternative to solvent-borne adhesives. In addition, Hot melt adhesives, which produce less volatile organic compounds (VOCs) than solvent-based substitutes, have become more popular due to sustainability concerns.  These adhesives satisfy consumer demands for environmentally friendly products while adhering to legal requirements.  Additionally, the market is expanding because there is a growing demand for new and improved products from a range of industries, such as car manufacturing, construction, packaging, furniture, and non-woven and personal care items. Furthermore, the hot melt adhesives market is expected to grow steadily as a result of rising demand for sophisticated solutions brought about by research and development investments in adhesives.

Restraining Factors

The United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market growth is being restrained by the recession in the automotive sector. In addition, the high cost of raw ingredients is one of the main issues limiting the UK hot-melt adhesives market. Furthermore, hot-melted adhesives' low-temperature resistance limits their use in hot conditions, which may impede market expansion in some sectors.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market share is classified into resin type and end-user industry.

• The ethylene vinyl acetate segment accounted for the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the resin type, the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market is divided into ethylene vinyl acetate, thermoplastic polyurethane, styrenic block co-polymers, and others Among these, the ethylene vinyl acetate segment accounted for the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This segment is expanding because of its exceptional flexibility and adhesive qualities, which allow it to be used in a variety of applications. In addition, EVA's dominant position in the hot melt adhesives market is a result of improved performance attributes brought about by formulation innovations.

• The paper board and packaging segment accounted for the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end-user industry, the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market is divided into building and construction, woodworking and joinery, paper board and packaging, transportation, footwear and leather, electronics, healthcare, and others. Among these, the paper board and packaging segment accounted for the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This segment is growing due to hot melt adhesives being widely used in many packaging applications, such as tray forming, labeling, and box and carton sealing, which accounts for their dominance. The rise in e-commerce in recent years has led to a greater need for effective packaging solutions, which has greatly accelerated this trend.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
• Beardow Adams
• Arkema
• 3M
• Delo Industrial Adhesives
• Adco (UK) Ltd
• Alphabond Adhesives
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Development

• In November 2024, Henkel and Interlock Adhesives introduced the Technomelt Supra 079 ECO Cool, a low-temperature hot-melt glue with a bio-based composition. This product offers energy-efficient applications and reduces CO2 emissions by up to 32%, combining sustainability and great performance.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom hot-melt adhesives market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market, By Resin Type  

• Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
• Thermoplastic Polyurethane
• Styrenic Block Co-Polymers
• Others

 United Kingdom Hot-melt Adhesives Market, By End-user Industry

• Building and Construction
• Woodworking and Joinery
• Paper Board and Packaging
• Transportation
• Footwear and Leather
• Electronics
• Healthcare
• Others