Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Tapes Market by Type (Single-Sided, Double-Sided), Adhesive Type (Acrylic, Rubber), Technology (Solvent, Hot-Melt, Water-Based), Backing (PP, Paper), End-use Industry (Medical & Hygiene), and Region - Global Forecast to 2030
The pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market size was USD 70.30 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 92.41 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.64%, between 2025 and 2030.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2020-2030
Base Year
2024
Forecast Period
2025-2030
Units Considered
Value (USD Million) and Volume (Million Square Meter)
Segments
Type, Adhesive Type, Backing, Technology, End-Use Industry, and Region
Regions covered
Greater China, Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Middle East & Africa, and South America
"Increasing Demand for High-Precision Adhesive Solutions to Drive Market in Electronics Sector."
As electronics get tinier and more advanced, the need for adhesives that can hold complicated and sensitive components is growing rapidly. Pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes are more frequently used in the assembly of smartphones, tablets, computers, wearables, and other consumer electronics. These tapes have essential roles in securing small components, circuit protection, and thermal management. Made for cleanrooms, where contamination must be carefully controlled, makes them even more valuable, as they do not leave residue and can be cut into mini parts. The fast growth of 5G, AI, and smart connected devices is accelerating the demand for high-performance pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes that enable efficient and reliable manufacturing. These tapes allow faster manufacturing, reducing material waste, and increasing product safety and quality; they are becoming essential in today's electronics production. As innovation continues to define the consumer electronics space, pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes will become more crucial in design flexibility, operational excellence, and sustained performance.
The double-sided tapes segment was the second-largest segment, in terms of value, of the global pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market.
The double-sided tapes segment was the second-largest type in the global market for pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, in terms of value, during the forecast period. This growth is largely supported by increased demand in the signage and graphics industry, where clarity of communication, stability, and cleanliness of the surface are paramount. Double-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes are useful in that they typically provide a non-visible bond, and they can easily be used in display mounting, poster installation, banner lamination, and promotional product assembly. They are commonly constructed with consistent thickness, have aggressive tack, and are moisture resistant, making them able to offer both indoor and outdoor locating capabilities for signage used in retail stores, transportation, and events. Although these tapes use adhesives rather than mechanical fasteners or visible adhesives, one major advantage is that adhesives will not compromise the design aesthetic of a project, and in addition, double-sided tapes allow for fast and bubble-free application.
In 2024, the paper backing segment had the second-largest value share in the pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market.
The paper backing category held the second-largest share of the pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market in 2024, largely due to its highly compatible qualities with custom printing and branding applications. Paper offers better surface qualities for ink adhesion compared to plastic or foil backings, where clear text, brand labels, or barcode information can be printed directly onto the tape. This feature is especially important in e-commerce, various sectors of retail packaging, manufacturing logistics, and other areas where identification, traceability, or marketing messages matter. Whether it is tamper-evident seals, branded packaging tapes with graphics, or labeling protection, paper-backed pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes remain a flexible and cost-effective option for conveying information or enhancing brand visibility. They also facilitate integration with variable data printing technologies, which are essential for serialization or batch tracking. As product identity becomes more linked to packaging-transforming it into a marketing tool and communication medium-printed and custom-designed paper structures hold significantly more value for manufacturers compared to other substrates. This characteristic enhances both the functionality and visual appeal of products, making them more commercially relevant.
"The Middle East & Africa is estimated to be the third fastest-growing pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market, in terms of value."
The growth of the Middle East & Africa is attributed to the large-scale development of new infrastructure and urbanization, especially in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Nigeria. Hundreds of government-backed megaprojects such as NEOM, Vision 2030 projects, and smart city initiatives create enormous demand for new building materials. Pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes are increasingly employed in HVAC applications, sealing and insulating, bonding joints, glazing and flooring applications since they're clean to deliver, moisture resistant and can be installed quickly. Pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes provide excellent thermal stability and weather-resistant value in hot and humid environments that are prevalent in Gulf and Sub-Saharan African regions, making them more attractive and useable than traditional adhesive systems. As sustainability mandates mature especially in Gulf region countries striving for green certifications, there are growing requirements for energy-efficient and non-toxic pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes. The construction sector will be an important growth pillar in the region's pressure sensitive adhesive tapes market.
By Company Type: Tier 1 - 55%, Tier 2-25%, and Tier 3-20%
By Designation: Directors- 50%, Managers-30%, and Others-20%
By Region: North America- 40%, Europe-35%, Asia Pacific-20%, Rest of World - 5%
The key players profiled in the report include 3M Company (US), Tesa SE (Germany), Nitto Denko Corporation (Japan), LINTEC Corporation (Japan), Intertape Polymer Group, Inc. (Canada), Avery Dennison Corporation (US), Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Berry Global Group, Inc. (US), Scapa Group plc (Mativ Holdings) (US), and Saint-Gobain S.A. (France).
Research Coverage
This report segments the market for pressure sensitive adhesive tapes based on type, adhesive type, backing, technology, end-use industry and region and provides estimations of value (USD Million) for the overall market size across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, services, and key strategies, associated with the market for pressure sensitive adhesive tapes.
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This research report is focused on various levels of analysis - industry analysis (industry trends), market share analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view of the competitive landscape, emerging and high-growth segments of the pressure sensitive adhesive tapes market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
The report provides insights into the following points:
Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes offered by top players in the global market
Analysis of key drivers (Growing demand for pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes from packaging industry, increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability across various industries, and wide use of tapes in electric vehicles), restraints (volatility in raw material prices), opportunities (Potential substitutes to traditional fastening systems and advancement in pressure-sensitive adhesive tape technology), and challenges (Implementation of stringent regulatory policies) influencing the growth of pressure sensitive adhesive tapes market
Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market
Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets - the report analyzes the markets for pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes across regions
Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped regions, and recent developments in the global pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes market
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS OF STUDY
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.3.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.3.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
1.4 STAKEHOLDERS
1.5 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key primary participants
2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of primary interviews
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.4 GROWTH FORECAST
2.4.1 SUPPLY-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.4.2 DEMAND-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.5 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.6 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
2.7 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET
4.2 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY REGION
4.3 GREATER CHINA: PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY AND COUNTRY
4.4 REGIONAL ANALYSIS: PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY TYPE
4.5 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Growing demand for PSA tapes from packaging industry
5.2.1.2 Increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability across various industries
5.2.1.3 Wide use of PSA tapes in electric vehicles
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Volatility in raw material prices
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Potential substitutes to traditional fastening systems
5.2.3.2 Advancements in PSA tape technology
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Implementation of stringent regulatory policies
5.3 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.3.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.4.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.4.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.5 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
5.5.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
6.1.1 RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS
6.1.2 MANUFACTURERS
6.1.3 DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS
6.1.4 END-USE INDUSTRIES
6.2 PRICING ANALYSIS
6.2.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE OF PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES OFFERED BY KEY PLAYERS, 2024
6.2.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES, BY REGION, 2022-2030
6.3 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
6.4 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
6.5 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
6.5.1 STREAMLINING PACKAGING AT MAJOR CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER WITH SPECTAPE
6.5.2 REDUCING VOCS IN AUTOMOTIVE LABELING THROUGH CIRCULAR PSA INNOVATION
6.6 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
6.6.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
6.6.1.1 Adhesive formulation technology
6.6.1.2 Coating and lamination technology
6.6.2 COMPLIMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
6.6.2.1 Application and dispensing equipment
6.7 TRADE ANALYSIS
6.7.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 3919)
6.7.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 3919)
6.8 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
6.8.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
6.8.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
6.8.2.1 ISO 13485 - Quality Management Systems for Medical Devices
6.8.2.2 RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) - Restriction of Hazardous Substances
6.9 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS
6.10 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
6.11 PATENT ANALYSIS
6.11.1 APPROACH
6.11.2 DOCUMENT TYPES
6.11.3 TOP APPLICANTS
6.11.4 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
6.12 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFF - OVERVIEW
6.12.1 INTRODUCTION
6.12.2 KEY TARIFF RATES
6.12.3 PRICE IMPACT ANALYSIS
6.12.4 IMPACT ON COUNTRY/REGION
6.12.4.1 US
6.12.4.2 Europe
6.12.4.3 Asia Pacific
6.12.5 IMPACT ON END-USE INDUSTRIES:
6.13 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET
7 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY TYPE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 SINGLE-SIDED TAPES
7.2.1 EXPANDING USAGE IN LABELING AND PACKAGING TO DRIVE MARKET
7.3 DOUBLE-SIDED TAPES
7.3.1 DEMAND FOR AESTHETIC AND SEAMLESS BONDING TO BOOST MARKET
7.4 OTHER TYPES
8 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY ADHESIVE TYPE
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 ACRYLIC
8.2.1 RISING DEMAND FOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE BONDING SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE DEMAND
8.3 RUBBER
8.3.1 COST-EFFECTIVENESS OF RUBBER TO BOOST DEMAND
8.4 SILICONE
8.4.1 ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS TO ACCELERATE SILICONE TAPE ADOPTION
8.5 OTHER ADHESIVE TYPES
9 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY BACKING MATERIAL
9.1 INTRODUCTIONS
9.2 POLYPROPYLENE
9.2.1 STRENGTH AND VERSATILITY ACROSS INDUSTRIES TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
9.3 PAPER
9.3.1 ECO-FRIENDLY PACKAGING AND PROCESS EFFICIENCY TO DRIVE MARKET
9.4 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE
9.4.1 DURABILITY AND ELECTRICAL INSULATION PROPERTIES TO DRIVE DEMAND
9.5 OTHER BACKING MATERIALS
10 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY TECHNOLOGY
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 SOLVENT-BASED TECHNOLOGY
10.2.1 HIGH BOND STRENGTH AND MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY TO DRIVE MARKET
10.3 WATER-BASED TECHNOLOGY
10.3.1 ECO-FRIENDLY FORMULATIONS AND SAFER PRODUCTION TO BOOST MARKET DEMAND
10.4 HOT MELT-BASED TECHNOLOGY
10.4.1 RAPID PROCESSING AND HIGH TACK EFFICIENCY TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
11 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 CONSUMER
11.2.1 RISING DEMAND FOR FUNCTIONAL AND DECORATIVE ADHESIVE SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
11.3 ELECTRONICS
11.3.1 ELECTRONICS MINIATURIZATION AND ASSEMBLY EFFICIENCY TO FUEL DEMAND
11.4 AUTOMOTIVE
11.4.1 LIGHTWEIGHT AND DURABLE BONDING SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
11.5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM/WIRE HARNESSING
11.5.1 SAFE AND DURABLE WIRE MANAGEMENT TO BOOST MARKET DEMAND
11.6 INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION
11.6.1 RELIABLE SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS TO FUEL GROWTH
11.7 FLEXO PRINTING & PAPER
11.7.1 PRINTING PRECISION AND OPERATIONAL UPTIME TO FUEL MARKET DEMAND
11.8 MEDICAL & HYGIENE
11.8.1 ADVANCED HEALTHCARE AND HYGIENE NEEDS TO FUEL ADOPTION
11.9 PACKAGING
11.9.1 SUSTAINABLE AND TAMPER-PROOF SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE DEMAND
11.10 OTHER END-USE INDUSTRIES
12 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE TAPES MARKET, BY REGION
12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 GREATER CHINA
12.2.1 CHINA
12.2.1.1 Rapidly expanding economy to boost market
12.2.2 TAIWAN
12.2.2.1 Strong semiconductor and electronics base to drive demand
12.2.3 HONG KONG
12.2.3.1 Active re-export trade to boost demand
12.3 ASIA PACIFIC
12.3.1 JAPAN
12.3.1.1 Strong presence of automobile manufacturers to drive market
12.3.2 INDIA
12.3.2.1 Growing healthcare industry to drive demand
12.3.3 SOUTH KOREA
12.3.3.1 Government initiatives in industrial sector to drive market
12.3.4 ASEAN
12.3.4.1 Growing electronics manufacturing ecosystem to fuel growth
12.4 NORTH AMERICA
12.4.1 US
12.4.1.1 Strong industrial infrastructure to fuel growth
12.4.2 CANADA
12.4.2.1 Focus on advanced research and development to drive demand
12.4.3 MEXICO
12.4.3.1 Expanding manufacturing sector to support market growth
12.5 EUROPE
12.5.1 GERMANY
12.5.1.1 Automotive industry leadership to boost market
12.5.2 FRANCE
12.5.2.1 Emphasis on sustainable packaging to fuel demand
12.5.3 UK
12.5.3.1 Stringent regulatory framework to propel market
12.5.4 SPAIN
12.5.4.1 Growing aerospace industry to drive market
12.5.5 NETHERLANDS
12.5.5.1 Advanced logistics and export activities to drive demand
12.5.6 POLAND
12.5.6.1 Robust industrial base to drive demand
12.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
12.6.1 SAUDI ARABIA
12.6.1.1 Growth in local manufacturing to fuel demand
12.6.2 UAE
12.6.2.1 Foreign investments and rapid urbanization to drive market
12.6.3 TURKEY
12.6.3.1 Rising automotive parts manufacturing to boost demand
12.6.4 SOUTH AFRICA
12.6.4.1 Cheap labor and raw material cost to drive market
12.7 SOUTH AMERICA
12.7.1 BRAZIL
12.7.1.1 Rising infrastructure investments to drive demand
12.7.2 ARGENTINA
12.7.2.1 Expansion of public healthcare services to drive demand
12.7.3 CHILE
12.7.3.1 Packaging and food exports growth to fuel demand
13 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
13.1 INTRODUCTION
13.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
13.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
13.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS OF TOP FIVE PLAYERS, 2020-2024
13.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
13.5.1 STARS
13.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
13.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
13.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
13.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
13.5.5.1 Company footprint
13.5.5.2 Region footprint
13.5.5.3 Type footprint
13.5.5.4 Adhesive type footprint
13.5.5.5 Backing material footprint
13.5.5.6 Technology footprint
13.5.5.7 End-use industry footprint
13.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2024