세계의 탄성 접착제 시장은 2024년 205억 5,000만 달러로 평가되었고, CAGR 6.24%를 나타낼 전망이며, 2030년에는 295억 5,000만 달러에 이를 것으로 예측됩니다.
탄성 접착제는 다양한 소재에 탁월한 접착력을 제공하는 다용도 유연 접착제입니다. 이러한 접착제는 건축 및 건설, 자동차, 운송 등 다양한 산업 분야에서 광범위하게 용도됩니다. 탄성 또는 고무 연결을 형성함으로써 접착된 품목의 수명을 상당하게 향상시킵니다. 탄성 접착제 시장은 건설, 산업, 자동차, 운송 등 최종 사용 산업의 확장에 촉진되어 상당한 성장을 앞두고 있습니다. 또한 실리콘 및 SMP 접착제에 대한 수요 증가가 시장 확장을 더욱 촉진할 것입니다. 이러한 접착제는 향상된 접합 품질과 미적 감각을 제공할 뿐만 아니라 연장된 접착 수명을 제공합니다. 또한 그 구조는 향상된 미적 감각을 보여주며 탁월한 자외선 및 내후성 보호 기능을 제공하여 시장 성장을 더욱 강화합니다.
| 시장 개요 | |
|---|---|
| 예측 기간 | 2026-2030년 |
| 시장 규모 : 2024년 | 205억 5,000만 달러 |
| 시장 규모 : 2030년 | 295억 5,000만 달러 |
| CAGR : 2025-2030년 | 6.24% |
| 급성장 부문 | 폴리우레탄 |
| 최대 시장 | 아시아태평양 |
유망한 성장 전망에도 불구하고 시장은 특정 과제에 직면해 있습니다. 탄성 실란트의 상대적으로 낮은 최종 사용자 수용률은 시장 전반의 확장에 장애물이 되고 있습니다. 또한, 최종 사용자들의 탄성 접착제 및 실란트의 이용 가능성과 이점에 대한 인식 부족도 시장 제약 요인으로 작용하고 있습니다.
자동차 산업에서 탄성 접착제 수요 증가
원자재 비용 상승과 가격변동
지속가능하고 저휘발성 유기화합물(Low-VOC) 접착제 제형에 대한 강조 증가
Global Elastic Adhesive market was valued at USD 20.55 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 29.55 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 6.24%. Elastic Adhesives are versatile and flexible adhesives that offer exceptional adhesive strength to a wide range of materials. These adhesives find extensive applications in various industries such as building and construction, automotive, and transportation. By forming an elastic or rubber connection, they significantly enhance the longevity of bonded items. The market for Elastic Adhesives is poised for substantial growth, driven by the expansion of end-use industries including construction, industrial, automotive, and transportation. Additionally, the increasing demand for silicone and SMP adhesives will further fuel the market's expansion. These adhesives not only provide improved joining qualities and aesthetics but also offer an extended bond life. Moreover, their structures exhibit enhanced aesthetics and provide exceptional UV and weathering protection, further bolstering the market's growth.
| Market Overview | |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 20.55 Billion |
| Market Size 2030 | USD 29.55 Billion |
| CAGR 2025-2030 | 6.24% |
| Fastest Growing Segment | Polyurethane |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
Despite the promising growth prospects, the market faces certain challenges. The relatively low end-user acceptance rate of elastic sealants poses a hindrance to the overall expansion of the market. Additionally, limited awareness among end-users regarding the availability and benefits of Elastic Adhesives and sealants contributes to the market's constraint.
Key Market Drivers
Growing Demand of Elastic Adhesive in Automotive Industry
The growing demand for elastic adhesives in the automotive industry is playing a pivotal role in accelerating the growth of the global elastic adhesive market. This surge in demand is being fueled by the automotive sector's continued transition toward lightweight materials, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing techniques all of which rely heavily on high-performance bonding solutions like elastic adhesives.
Automotive manufacturers are under increasing pressure to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, prompting a widespread shift from conventional metal components to lightweight materials such as aluminum, carbon fiber, and engineered plastics. Traditional welding or mechanical fastening methods are often incompatible with these materials due to stress concentration or risk of deformation. Elastic adhesives offer a reliable alternative by distributing stress evenly across bonded surfaces and maintaining structural integrity under thermal expansion and vibration. This trend is directly contributing to higher consumption of elastic adhesives in vehicle assembly lines. Global electric vehicle (EV) production and sales maintained strong momentum in 2024, recording a year-over-year growth rate of 25% and culminating in 17.1 million units sold globally. This upward trajectory reflects sustained consumer demand, regulatory support, and OEM investments in electrification. Looking ahead, industry projections forecast EV sales to reach approximately 45.9 million units by 2030. The rapid global adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is a major growth catalyst for the elastic adhesive market. EVs have specific design requirements related to battery compartments, electronic modules, thermal management systems, and lightweight body panels. Elastic adhesives are used extensively in bonding battery enclosures, sealing electronic components, and assembling high-voltage systems due to their excellent dielectric properties, vibration damping, and thermal stability. As EV production volumes continue to rise, particularly in markets such as China, the U.S., and the EU, demand for elastic adhesives is expected to grow proportionately.
Modern vehicles are increasingly being designed with enhanced NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) performance to improve passenger comfort and safety. Elastic adhesives contribute to this goal by absorbing vibrations and providing acoustic insulation in body-in-white (BIW) and interior applications. Their use in bonding panels, windshields, roof assemblies, and door seals helps reduce noise transmission while maintaining a durable bond that can withstand thermal and mechanical stresses. This focus on driver and passenger experience is strengthening the role of elastic adhesives across OEM and aftermarket applications. Automakers are prioritizing seamless design aesthetics and aerodynamic efficiency, which require adhesives that can bond diverse substrates without leaving mechanical traces like screws or rivets. Elastic adhesives allow for clean bonding of exterior trims, sensors, emblems, and decorative parts, improving both the vehicle's visual appeal and performance. Additionally, the adhesives provide excellent weather resistance, which is crucial for exterior applications exposed to harsh environmental conditions.
Key Market Challenges
High Raw Material Costs and Price Volatility
The primary challenges affecting the elastic adhesive market is the high cost and price volatility of raw materials, such as polyurethane, silicone, silyl-modified polymers (SMPs), and acrylics. These inputs are derived largely from petrochemical sources, making them highly susceptible to fluctuations in global crude oil prices and supply chain disruptions. In recent years, geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, and pandemic-related supply shortages have further aggravated raw material instability. For manufacturers, this leads to increased production costs and thinner profit margins, while end users often face unpredictable pricing, making cost management a critical concern in procurement decisions.
Key Market Trends
Growing Emphasis on Sustainable and Low-VOC Adhesive Formulations
Sustainability has become a central focus for both manufacturers and regulatory authorities, driving the development and adoption of eco-friendly adhesive technologies. There is increasing demand for low-VOC, solvent-free, and bio-based elastic adhesives, particularly in markets such as Europe and North America where environmental regulations are strict. Manufacturers are investing heavily in green chemistry and reformulating traditional products to meet environmental standards without compromising performance. This trend aligns with broader industry goals related to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and is expected to create new opportunities for innovation and market differentiation in the adhesive space.
In this report, the Global Elastic Adhesive Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Elastic Adhesive Market.
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