세계 접착제 및 실란트 시장 규모는 2024년 694억 달러에 달했습니다. 향후 IMARC Group은 2033년에는 1,012억 달러에 달할 것으로 예상하며, 2025-2033년 연평균 성장률(CAGR)은 4.3%에 달할 것으로 전망합니다. 아시아태평양은 급속한 경제 성장, 신흥국 시장의 확대, 인프라 구축의 진전, 사용자 수요 증가로 인해 현재 시장을 독점하고 있습니다. 친환경 제품에 대한 수요 증가, 환경 인식의 증가, 다양한 산업 분야의 접착제 및 실란트 수요, 지속적인 연구 개발(R&D) 이니셔티브, 편의성과 미적 감각을 추구하는 사용자 선호도 변화 등으로 인해 시장은 꾸준히 성장하고 있습니다.
자동차의 기능성을 향상시키기 위해 전 세계적으로 자동차 생산량이 증가하고 있는 것도 시장 성장을 촉진하는 중요한 요인입니다. 접착제 및 실란트는 기계식 패스너를 대체하여 경량화, 연비 향상, 소음 감소 및 부식 방지를 목적으로 자동차 생산에 더 자주 사용되고 있습니다. 이 외에도 스마트 접착제, UV 경화형 실란트, 바이오 기반 배합 등의 발전으로 성능, 적용 용이성, 생태계의 지속가능성 등이 향상되고 있습니다. 이러한 개발은 전자, 헬스케어 등의 분야에서 새로운 응용 분야를 창출하고 효율성을 향상시킬 수 있습니다. 또한, 에너지 절약 및 친환경 건물에 대한 요구가 증가함에 따라 기밀성과 방수성을 제공하고 건물의 내구성을 향상시키며 에너지 비용을 절감하는 최신 실란트에 대한 수요가 증가하고 있습니다. 또한, 소비자들은 내구성, 시각적 매력, 안전성이 강화된 아이템을 선호합니다. 프리미엄 접착제 및 실란트는 제품의 내구성, 환경적 요소에 대한 복원력, 안전성 향상을 보장하고 제조업체가 혁신적인 접착 및 밀봉 기술을 채택하도록 장려하고 있습니다.
지속가능성과 규제 준수에 대한 관심
환경 규제의 강화와 지속가능한 제품에 대한 사용자들의 관심이 높아지면서 접착제 및 실란트 분야가 변화하고 있습니다. 휘발성유기화합물(VOC)과 유해화학제품에 대한 규제가 강화되면서 제조업체들은 바이오 기반, 저배출, 무해한 제품을 만들도록 촉구하고 있습니다. 이러한 변화는 규제를 준수할 뿐만 아니라 지속가능성을 우선시하는 개인을 끌어들이는 경쟁력을 제공합니다. 기업들은 재활용 가능한 포장재와 수명주기 평가에 투자하여 환경에 미치는 영향을 최소화함으로써 순환 경제 개념을 도입하고 있습니다. 2024년 Packsize와 헨켈은 포장의 탄소발자국을 줄이기 위해 바이오 기반 핫멜트 접착제인 Eco-Pax를 출시했습니다. 지속가능한 재료로 만들어진 Eco-Pax는 우수한 성능을 발휘하면서도 과학적 목표 이니셔티브(SBTi) 관련 온실가스 배출량을 32%까지 감축할 수 있을 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 혁신은 접착제 및 실란트 산업에서 지속가능성이 어떻게 제품 개발과 시장 개척을 촉진하는지를 보여줍니다.
편리하고 휴대 가능한 솔루션에 대한 수요
이동 중에도 사용할 수 있는 컴팩트하고 사용하기 쉬운 점착 제품에 대한 사용자들의 선호도가 높아지면서 시장 성장을 견인하고 있습니다. DIY를 통한 주택 개조 및 수리 작업의 인기가 높아짐에 따라 전문가와 애호가 모두 좁은 공간이나 접근이 어려운 장소 등 다양한 환경에서 휴대 및 사용이 용이한 제품을 원하고 있습니다. 휴대용 포장 디자인은 편의성을 향상시키고 제품 폐기물과 보관의 필요성을 최소화하여 친환경을 지향하는 사용자들을 끌어들이고 있습니다. 또한, 현장에서의 빠른 수정 및 터치업의 인기가 높아짐에 따라 부피가 큰 용기나 복잡한 도포 방법의 불편함 없이 신뢰할 수 있는 성능을 제공하는 컴팩트한 접착제에 대한 요구가 증가하고 있습니다. 편리하고 휴대가 간편한 접착제를 찾는 움직임은 각 제조사들이 제품 라인업을 확대하면서 시장 성장을 견인하고 있습니다. 2025년, DAP는 8가지 인기 접착제, 코킹제, 실링제, 보수제 등을 컴팩트하고 편리한 크기에 담은 'On-the-Go' 라인을 출시하였습니다. 이 새로운 컬렉션은 가정 내 프로젝트나 현장 수리에 쉽게 사용할 수 있도록 설계되었습니다.
효율적인 건설 솔루션에 대한 수요 증가
건설 분야에서는 프로젝트 기간 단축과 시공 효율성 향상에 중점을 두어 시장 성장을 견인하고 있습니다. 시공업체가 품질과 내구성을 희생하지 않고도 엄격한 일정을 준수할 수 있도록 빠른 경화 속도와 합리적인 도포 방법을 제공하는 제품이 높은 평가를 받고 있습니다. 다양한 기판에 잘 접착되는 접착제는 여분의 재료와 복잡한 공정의 필요성을 최소화하여 현장의 워크플로우를 단순화합니다. 경화 속도가 빠르기 때문에 가동 중지 시간이 단축되고 후속 건설 단계의 속도가 빨라져 총 비용을 절감할 수 있습니다. 건설 프로젝트가 점점 더 복잡하고 규모가 커짐에 따라 신속하고 효과적인 시공을 촉진하는 신뢰할 수 있는 고품질 접착제에 대한 요구가 증가하고 있습니다. 속도와 성능 향상에 초점을 맞추는 것은 주거 및 상업용 건축 분야 모두에서 시장 입지를 강화하는 중요한 요소입니다. 이러한 추세에 따라 시카는 2025년 EIFS(외장 단열 마감 시스템)의 빠르고 내구성 있는 시공을 위해 설계된 1액형 발포 폴리우레탄 접착제인 SikaWall(R)-3000 Rapid Bond를 출시하였습니다. 이 제품은 1시간 만에 경화되며, 도포가 용이하고 다양한 기질에 강력하게 접착됩니다. 본 제품은 품질을 유지하면서 효율성을 향상시킵니다.
연질 포장의 수요 확대
연포장 산업의 급속한 성장은 접착제 및 실란트 시장 개척을 촉진하고 있습니다. F&B, 퍼스널케어, 의약품 등의 분야에서는 경제적이고 가볍고 제품의 신선도를 유지할 수 있는 연질 포장이 선호되고 있습니다. 접착제 및 실란트는 다층 필름을 연결하여 장벽 기능, 긴 수명, 미관을 개선하고 누수 없는 밀봉성을 보장하는 중요한 역할을 합니다. 편리한 식품, 일회용 제품, 친환경 포장 옵션에 대한 요구가 증가함에 따라 안전 및 환경 규제를 준수하는 고성능 접착제 및 실란트에 대한 수요가 증가하고 있습니다. E-Commerce는 운송 비용을 줄이기 위해 안전하면서도 가벼운 패키지의 필요성을 더욱 높이고 있습니다. 주목할 만한 예는 2025년 락칩스가 출시한 CareTips(R) PFP344MAX로, 완전히 바이오 기반이며 가정에서 퇴비화할 수 있는 실란트 등급으로 건조 식품 및 2차 포장용입니다. PFA를 함유하지 않고, 쉽게 밀봉할 수 있으며, 식품 안전 표준을 준수하는 이 제품은 첨단 접착제 및 실란트 포장이 어떻게 현대 포장의 성능과 지속가능성 목표를 모두 향상시킬 수 있는지를 보여줍니다.
기계식 패스너에서 접착제 접합으로의 전환
기계식 패스너에서 접착제 접합으로의 전환은 여러 산업에서 가속화되고 있으며, 시장 성장에 기여하고 있습니다. 접착제는 볼트, 리벳, 용접, 개스킷과 같은 기존 방식에 비해 다양한 장점이 있습니다. 접착제는 경량화를 가능하게 하며, 효율성과 연비가 중요한 자동차나 항공우주와 같은 산업에서 필수적인 요소입니다. 또한, 일관성 있는 디자인과 세련된 비주얼을 구현하여 보다 스마트하고 창의적인 제품 개발을 가능하게 합니다. 접착제는 접합면의 응력을 일관되게 분산시켜 강도와 기능성을 향상시킵니다. 또한, 조립을 간소화하고, 노동 시간을 단축하고, 생산 비용을 절감할 수 있습니다. 자동차 산업에서는 용접이나 나사 대신 접착제를 사용하여 차체 패널과 내부 부품을 접합하고 있습니다. 이를 통해 충돌 성능 향상과 함께 소음, 진동, 소음-진동-충격음(NVH) 특성도 개선되어 현대 제조업에서 접착제의 중요성이 높아지고 있습니다. 접착제 및 실란트 시장 분석은 접착제 접합으로의 전환이 효율성 개선, 설계 혁신, 부문 간 제품 성능 향상을 통해 어떻게 산업 성장을 촉진할 수 있는지에 대해 소개합니다.
기술 혁신과 고성능 배합
접착제 및 실란트 기술의 지속적인 발전은 시장 확대에 필수적입니다. 최근 배합은 접착 강도 향상, 경화 시간 단축, 가혹한 온도, 화학제품, 기계적 스트레스에 대한 내성 향상을 실현하고 있습니다. 이러한 강화로 인해 접착제는 전자, 자동차, 의료기기 등 보다 특수하고 고성능의 분야에서 사용할 수 있게 되었습니다. 또한, UV 경화형 접착제는 빛을 비추면 거의 즉시 경화되기 때문에 생산 효율이 크게 향상됩니다. 마스터본드가 2025년에 출시한 UV15-7HP는 우수한 광학 투명성과 6,000-7,000psi의 인장 강도를 특징으로 하는 일액형 UV 경화형 접착제입니다. UV15-7HP는 자외선 조사 시 빠르게 경화되어 플라스틱, 금속, 유리에 강력한 접착력을 발휘하기 때문에 정밀한 용도의 접착, 밀봉, 봉합에 적합합니다. 열 사이클에 대한 내구성은 지속적인 성능을 보장하며, 미래 제조 기술 형성에 있어 첨단 접착제의 역할을 강조하고 있습니다.
The global adhesives and sealants market size reached USD 69.4 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 101.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% during 2025-2033. Asia Pacific currently dominates the market due to rapid economic growth, expanding manufacturing industries, rising infrastructure development, and increasing user demand. The market is experiencing steady growth due to the growing need for eco-friendly goods, increased environmental consciousness, the need for adhesives and sealants across a variety of industries, ongoing research and development (R&D) initiatives, and shifting user preferences for convenience and aesthetic appeal.
The increasing global automotive production to improve vehicle functionality is a crucial factor bolstering the market growth. Adhesives and sealants are being utilized more frequently in vehicle production to lower weight by substituting mechanical fasteners, enhance fuel efficiency, and offer noise reduction and corrosion protection. Apart from this, advancements like smart adhesives, UV-curable sealants, and bio-based formulations improve performance, ease of application, and ecological sustainability. These developments create new application fields and enhance efficiency in sectors such as electronics and healthcare. Furthermore, the increasing need for energy-saving and environment-friendly buildings is driving the demand for modern sealants that offer airtight and waterproof seals, improving building durability and lowering energy expenses. Additionally, shoppers favor items that offer improved durability, visual appeal, and safety. Premium adhesives and sealants guarantee product durability, resilience against environmental elements, and enhanced safety, encouraging manufacturers to embrace innovative bonding and sealing technologies.
Focus on Sustainability and Regulatory Compliance
Growing environmental regulations and heightened user interest in sustainable products are reshaping the adhesives and sealants sector. Tighter regulations on volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and dangerous chemicals are encouraging manufacturers to create bio-based, low-emission, and non-toxic products. This change involves not only adhering to regulations but also provides a competitive edge that draws in individuals who prioritize sustainability. Businesses are embracing circular economy concepts by investing in recyclable packaging and lifecycle evaluations to minimize environmental effects. In 2024, Packsize and Henkel launched Eco-Pax, a bio-based hot melt adhesive aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of packaging. Crafted from sustainable materials, Eco-Pax was anticipated to lower greenhouse gas emissions associated with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by as much as 32%, all while delivering excellent performance. This innovation illustrates how sustainability propels product development and market expansion within the adhesives and sealants industry.
Demand for Convenient and Portable Solutions
The rising user inclination towards compact and user-friendly adhesive products designed for on-the-go uses is impelling the market growth. With the rise in popularity of DIY home improvement and repair tasks, both professionals and enthusiasts are looking for products that are easy to transport and use in different environments, including cramped or difficult-to-access areas. Portable packaging designs improve convenience and minimize product waste and storage requirements, attracting eco-minded users. Moreover, the growing popularity of rapid fixes and touch-ups in jobsite settings is driving the need for compact adhesives that provide dependable performance without the inconvenience of bulky containers or complicated application methods. The move towards convenient and portable adhesive options is encouraging producers to create and vary their product lines, propelling the growth of the market. In 2025, DAP launched its "On-the-Go" line featuring eight popular adhesives, caulks, sealants, and repair products in compact, convenient sizes. This new collection is designed for easy use in home projects and jobsite touch-ups.
Increasing Need for Efficient Construction Solutions
The construction sector's heightened emphasis on shortening project timelines and enhancing installation efficiency is bolstering the market growth. Products that cure rapidly and streamline application methods are highly prized, as they enable contractors to adhere to strict timelines without sacrificing quality or durability. Adhesives that successfully adhere to various substrates minimize the necessity for extra materials or complicated processes, simplifying on-site workflows. Quicker curing periods reduce downtime and speed up following construction stages, leading to total cost reductions. As construction projects become more intricate and expansive, the need for dependable, high-quality adhesives that facilitate quick, effective installation is increasing. The focus on speed and performance advancements is a crucial element broadening the market's presence in both residential and commercial building sectors. In line with this trend, in 2025, Sika launched SikaWall(R)-3000 Rapid Bond, a one-component polyurethane foam adhesive designed for fast and durable EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) installation. It offers rapid curing in one hour, easy application, and strong adhesion to various substrates. The product enhances efficiency while maintaining quality.
Growing Demand for Flexible Packaging
The swift growth of the flexible packaging industry is propelling the development of the adhesives and sealants market. Sectors like F&B, personal care, and pharmaceuticals prefer flexible packaging because it is economical, lightweight, and maintains product freshness. Adhesives and sealants play a vital role in connecting multi-layered films that improve barrier features, longevity, and aesthetic value, while also guaranteeing leak-proof seals. Due to the rising need for convenience foods, single-use products, and eco-friendly packaging options, there is rise in the demand for high-performance adhesives and sealants that adhere to safety and environmental regulations. E-commerce further amplifies the need for secure yet lightweight packaging to reduce shipping costs. A notable instance is Lactips' introduction of CareTips(R) PFP344MAX in 2025, which is a completely bio-based, home-compostable sealant grade for dry food and secondary packaging. Devoid of PFAs, easily sealable, and adhering to food safety standards, it demonstrates how advancements in adhesives and sealants enhance both performance and sustainability objectives in contemporary packaging.
Shift from Mechanical Fasteners to Adhesive Bonding
The transition from mechanical fasteners to adhesive bonding is accelerating across multiple industries, contributing to the market growth. Adhesives offer various benefits compared to conventional methods, such as bolts, rivets, welding, or gaskets. They allow for weight savings, which is essential in industries like automotive and aerospace where efficiency and fuel economy are important. They also facilitate cohesive designs and more polished visuals, enabling sleeker and more creative product development. Adhesives spread stress more consistently over joined surfaces, enhancing strength and functionality. Moreover, they streamline assembly, decrease labor time, and lower production expenses. In the automotive industry, adhesives are utilized to join body panels and interior parts, substituting welds and screws. This enhances crash performance while also improving noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) attributes, emphasizing their increasing significance in contemporary manufacturing. The adhesives and sealants market report highlights how this shift towards adhesive bonding drives industry growth through improved efficiency, design innovation, and enhanced product performance across sectors.
Technological Innovations and High-Performance Formulations
Continuous advancements in adhesive and sealant technology are vital for market expansion, as sectors require materials that can function in progressively difficult environments. Recent formulations provide improved bonding strength, quicker curing times, and increased resistance to harsh temperatures, chemicals, and mechanical stress. These enhancements allow adhesives to be utilized in more specialized and high-performance fields, such as electronics, automotive, and medical devices. Additionally, UV-curable adhesives offer almost immediate curing when subjected to light, greatly enhancing production efficiency. An important instance is Master Bond's release of UV15-7HP in 2025, a single-component, UV-curable adhesive featuring excellent optical clarity and a tensile strength ranging from 6,000 to 7,000 psi. It rapidly cures under UV light and provides strong adhesion to plastics, metals, and glass, making it perfect for bonding, sealing, and encapsulation in precision uses. Its durability against thermal cycling guarantees sustained performance, emphasizing the role of advanced adhesives in shaping future manufacturing techniques.
Acrylic accounts for the majority of the market share
The acrylic segment is driven by the increasing demand in the automotive and construction industries due to its adaptability, bonding capabilities, and resistance to environmental factors. It is recommended to use acrylic adhesives and sealants for structural and automotive assembly tasks because of their resilience and adaptability.
The polyvinyl acetate (PVA) segment is driven by its widespread use in woodworking, paper packaging, and school glue applications. PVA adhesives are widely used in the paper and woodworking sectors because of their exceptional bonding properties on porous materials, simplicity of application, and lack of toxicity.
The polyurethanes segment is supported by their superior performance features, making them a preferred option for sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. Their adaptability, strength, and resilience to harsh conditions enhance their expansion, facilitating their application in essential roles within these industries.
The styrenic block copolymers segment is propelled by their application in the packaging, automotive, and healthcare sectors, attributed to their remarkable adhesion, impact resistance, and compatibility with different substrates.
Epoxy adhesives and sealants segment is driven by their strong bonding capabilities and resistance to chemicals and temperature fluctuations, making them indispensable in the aerospace, automotive, and electronics sectors.
The ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) segment is supported by its application in flexible packaging, footwear, and solar panel uses thanks to its flexibility, performance in low temperatures, and outstanding adhesion characteristics. It has an important function in sectors where flexibility and stickiness are essential elements.
Others include specialty adhesives and sealants designed for industries such as electronics, medical, and renewable energy.
Silicones holds the largest share in the industry
Silicone is a crucial segment in the market, mainly propelled by its outstanding flexibility, heat resistance, and electrical insulation characteristics. These traits render them vital in the electronics, automotive, and aerospace industries.
Acrylic is gaining traction in the market because of the growing need for adaptable and long-lasting adhesives and sealants across various applications. Acrylic-based materials are a preferred choice in the automotive, construction, and other sectors due to their exceptional adhesive capabilities, weather resilience, and adaptability.
The polyurethane segment is advantageous due to its exceptional bonding strength, chemical resistance, and versatility, serving applications in the construction, automotive, and aerospace sectors.
The butyl segment gains popularity because of its outstanding air and water sealing abilities, making it a preferred option for the construction and automotive industries.
In the other segment, a variety of specialized formulations address particular industry demands, including medical-grade adhesives or adhesives for renewable energy uses, motivated by unique needs and technological progress.
Water-based check represents the leading market segment
The water-based is becoming more popular owing to the growing need for eco-friendly adhesives and sealants. Strict regulations and increased environmental awareness have prompted industries to transition to water-based formulations because of their minimal volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions, positioning them as an environmentally friendly option for multiple applications.
Additionally, the solvent segment is mainly propelled by its quick drying and superior adhesion characteristics. Industries that need quick bonding and curing, like automotive and construction, prefer solvent-based adhesives and sealants due to their effectiveness and longevity.
The hot melt sector is gaining traction due to its flexibility and strong adhesion. These adhesives harden when cooled, making them suitable for tasks needing fast bonding, such as packaging and woodworking.
The reactive segment is driven by its capacity to create robust chemical bonds, providing outstanding durability and resistance features. Sectors such as aerospace, where safety and performance are crucial, favor reactive adhesives and sealants due to their remarkable bonding strength in extreme environments.
Moreover, the others segment encompasses a variety of specialty adhesives and sealants tailored to unique applications.
Building and construction represents the leading market segment
Construction and building is booming, driven by the growing need for durable and energy-efficient building materials. The importance of sustainability and energy efficiency has increased, leading to the usage of cutting-edge sealants and adhesives that enhance structural stability and building insulation.
The growing demand for ecologically friendly and sustainable packaging choices is driving the paperboard and packaging industry. Innovation in this area is being driven by the shift to recyclable and biodegradable packaging materials as environmental awareness grows and laws become more stringent.
The market's transportation sector is crucial as lightweight materials and fuel economy are becoming more important. The automotive and aerospace industries depend heavily on adhesives and sealants since they are necessary for joining and sealing components, reducing vehicle weight, and improving fuel economy.
The demand for stylish and high-quality goods fuels the leather and footwear industry. Adhesives and sealants ensure the durable construction of leather goods and footwear, meeting consumer needs for both aesthetics and functionality.
A significant market category is furniture, driven by the growing desire for modern and aesthetically pleasing designs. Adhesives and sealants are essential for combining and securing furniture components, allowing producers to create imaginative and visually appealing products.
Others consist of various sectors that utilize adhesives and sealants for specific applications. The expansion of this segment is propelled by specific needs, like in the medical field for medical equipment and in renewable energy for wind turbine manufacturing.
APAC leads the market, accounting for the largest adhesives and sealants market share
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and others); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, APAC accounted for the largest market share.
In the Asia Pacific region, the adhesives and sealants sector is experiencing significant growth driven by swift urbanization and industrial advancement, especially in developing markets. The construction sector is vital, as it utilizes these materials for multiple purposes, such as infrastructure efforts and construction endeavors. Moreover, progress in the electronics industry greatly aids in market growth, as the trend toward miniaturization demands accurate bonding and sealing techniques. The area's large consumer market and manufacturing strengths establish it as a center for adhesives and sealants, drawing in manufacturers from local and global markets.
The increasing requirements of the construction and automotive industries drive the demand for adhesives and sealants in North America, as these materials are vital for bonding and sealing applications.
In Europe, the market is mainly driven by the thriving automotive and aerospace industries, highlighting the importance of high-performance adhesives and sealants. Moreover, the area's dedication to sustainable technologies and eco-friendly individuals encourages the creation of green products.
Latin America witnesses growth in the construction and packaging industries, coupled with a rising focus on sustainability.
The construction sector largely fuels demand in the Middle East and Africa because of continuous infrastructure projects, while expansion in the energy sector also propels market growth.
The key players in the adhesives and sealants market are actively engaged in several strategic initiatives to maintain their competitive edge and cater to evolving industry demands. These initiatives include significant investments in R&D, aimed at developing innovative formulations that meet specific industry requirements and regulatory standards. Additionally, companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability by introducing eco-friendly products to align with growing environmental concerns and consumer preferences for green solutions. Market leaders are also expanding their global footprint through mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships to tap into emerging markets and strengthen their distribution networks.
The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include: