Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size study & Forecast, by Material Type, Bookbinding Technique, Application, End-use Sector, Grade, and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

Description

The Global Bookbinding Materials Market is valued at approximately USD 15.21 billion in 2024 and is expected to expand at a steady CAGR of 2.40% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2035. The bookbinding materials landscape is undergoing a transformation driven by a confluence of artisanal revival, sustainable design demands, and the digital publishing industry's evolving response to tactile reader experiences. These materials-which include adhesives, threads, cover fabrics, and specialty linings-are essential to the structural integrity, aesthetics, and longevity of bound content, especially in education, publishing, archival preservation, and creative industries. As consumers and institutions alike continue to favor quality and durability in print media, the demand for versatile, high-grade bookbinding materials is poised to experience a consistent rise.

The renewed focus on visual appeal and customization, particularly in luxury publishing and art books, is spurring adoption of premium and archival-grade materials. Market players are investing in innovations like eco-friendly adhesives, acid-free linings, and recyclable cover materials to comply with environmental regulations and consumer expectations. Notably, the growth of commercial printing services and educational publishing is boosting demand for perfect binding and case binding solutions. Moreover, technological advancements in precision-cutting, laser stitching, and automated binding have streamlined production workflows while ensuring superior quality-further elevating market performance. On the downside, the proliferation of digital content and rising raw material prices present notable headwinds, potentially limiting demand across some segments.

Regionally, North America continues to dominate the global bookbinding materials market, bolstered by the region's mature publishing infrastructure, presence of prominent academic institutions, and consistent demand for premium-quality textbooks and library preservation materials. Europe follows closely, where stringent archival standards and growing artisanal publishing trends have nurtured an appetite for eco-conscious, high-performance binding materials. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is rapidly emerging as the fastest-growing market, driven by increasing literacy rates, government-backed education reforms, and the booming commercial printing industry in countries like China, India, and South Korea. Additionally, favorable trade policies and cost-effective manufacturing hubs across Southeast Asia are creating a dynamic supply ecosystem for global publishers and printers alike.

Major market player included in this report are:

BASF SE
Baker Hughes Company
Halliburton Company
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
Croda International Plc.
Impact Fluid Solutions
M&D Industries Of Louisiana, Inc.
Aubin Group
Trican Well Service Ltd.
Schlumberger Limited
Dow Chemical Company
ExxonMobil Chemical Company
Evonik Industries AG
LG Chem Ltd.
SABIC

Global Bookbinding Materials Market Report Scope:

Historical Data - 2023, 2024
Base Year for Estimation - 2024
Forecast period - 2025-2035
Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Material Type:

Adhesive
Cover Material
Lining Material
Thread

By Bookbinding Technique:

Hard Case Binding
Soft Case Binding
Loose-leaf Binding
Ring Binding
Perfect Binding

By Application:

Book Publishing
Magazine Publishing
Brochure and Pamphlet Binding
Art Bookbinding
Academic Binding

By End-use Sector:

Education
Publishing Industry
Commercial Printing
Packaging
Consumer Goods

By Grade:

Standard Grade
Premium Grade
Archival Grade

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Report Scope & Methodology

1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings

Chapter 3. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Forces Analysis

3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Bookbinding Materials Market (2024-2035)
3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. Rising demand for premium-quality printed products in publishing and education sectors
- 3.2.2. Technological innovation in automated and eco-friendly binding techniques
3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. Escalating costs of raw materials and supply chain disruptions
- 3.3.2. Rising shift toward digital content and e-books reducing print demand
3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. Growing demand for customized and archival-grade materials in art and luxury publishing
- 3.4.2. Expansion of commercial printing and packaging sectors in emerging economies

Chapter 4. Global Bookbinding Materials Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's 5 Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter's 5 Forces Forecast Model (2024-2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economic
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024-2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by Material Type 2025-2035

5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
5.3. Adhesive
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035
5.4. Cover Material
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035
5.5. Lining Material
- 5.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.5.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035
5.6. Thread
- 5.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.6.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 6. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by Bookbinding Technique 2025-2035

6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
6.3. Hard Case Binding
6.4. Soft Case Binding
6.5. Loose-leaf Binding
6.6. Ring Binding
6.7. Perfect Binding

Chapter 7. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025-2035

7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Book Publishing
7.3. Magazine Publishing
7.4. Brochure and Pamphlet Binding
7.5. Art Bookbinding
7.6. Academic Binding

Chapter 8. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by End-use Sector 2025-2035

8.1. Education
8.2. Publishing Industry
8.3. Commercial Printing
8.4. Packaging
8.5. Consumer Goods

Chapter 9. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by Grade 2025-2035

9.1. Standard Grade
9.2. Premium Grade
9.3. Archival Grade

Chapter 10. Global Bookbinding Materials Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035

10.1. Regional Market Snapshot
10.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
10.3. North America Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.3.1. U.S. Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.3.2. Canada Bookbinding Materials Market
10.4. Europe Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.1. UK Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.2. Germany Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.3. France Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.4. Spain Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.5. Italy Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.4.6. Rest of Europe Bookbinding Materials Market
10.5. Asia Pacific Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.1. China Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.2. India Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.3. Japan Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.4. Australia Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.5. South Korea Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Bookbinding Materials Market
10.6. Latin America Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.6.1. Brazil Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.6.2. Mexico Bookbinding Materials Market
10.7. Middle East and Africa Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.7.1. UAE Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.7.2. Saudi Arabia Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.7.3. South Africa Bookbinding Materials Market
- 10.7.4. Rest of Middle East and Africa Bookbinding Materials Market

Chapter 11. Competitive Intelligence

11.1. Top Market Strategies
11.2. BASF SE
- 11.2.1. Company Overview
- 11.2.2. Key Executives
- 11.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 11.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 11.2.5. Product/Services Port
- 11.2.6. Recent Development
- 11.2.7. Market Strategies
- 11.2.8. SWOT Analysis
11.3. Baker Hughes Company
11.4. Halliburton Company
11.5. Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
11.6. Croda International Plc.
11.7. Impact Fluid Solutions
11.8. M&D Industries Of Louisiana, Inc.
11.9. Aubin Group
11.10. Trican Well Service Ltd.
11.11. Schlumberger Limited
11.12. Dow Chemical Company
11.13. ExxonMobil Chemical Company
11.14. Evonik Industries AG
11.15. LG Chem Ltd.
11.16. SABIC