Epoxy Primer Global Market Report 2026

Epoxy primer is a sealer with a non-porous finish known for its strong adhesion, excellent mechanical properties, and durable chemical resistance, especially in wet and high-humidity environments. Its ability to protect materials against corrosion is directly influenced by the thickness of the epoxy primer. Typically used as the initial base coat over bare metal, epoxy primer serves as an effective solution for corrosion protection.

The primary substrates for epoxy primer application include metal, concrete, masonry, fiberglass, and other materials. In the context of epoxy primer, metal substrate specifically denotes the bare metal surface where the primer is applied to provide protection against corrosion. The term 'substrate' refers to the underlying material to which a coating is applied or the surface on which a particular process is conducted. Two main technologies, solvent-borne and waterborne, are employed in various industries such as building and construction, automotive, marine, machinery and equipment, and others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the epoxy primer market by increasing costs of imported epoxy resins, curing agents, specialty additives, and performance-enhancing fillers used in primer formulations. Construction and automotive sectors in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported raw materials, while Asia-Pacific faces pricing pressure on export-oriented coating production. These tariffs are raising production costs and influencing pricing strategies. However, they are also encouraging local resin production, regional sourcing of additives, and innovation in cost-efficient and sustainable primer formulations.

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The epoxy primer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $11.43 billion in 2025 to $12.36 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of construction and infrastructure activities, increasing use of epoxy coatings in automotive manufacturing, growth in marine vessel maintenance, rising demand for corrosion-resistant machinery coatings, availability of advanced epoxy formulations.

The epoxy primer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.64 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in sustainable coating technologies, rising demand for low-voc primer solutions, expansion of industrial maintenance activities, growing adoption in renewable energy infrastructure, increasing focus on long-life protective coatings. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of high-performance anti-corrosion coatings, rising demand for waterborne epoxy primers, growing use in infrastructure rehabilitation projects, expansion of multi-substrate compatible primers, enhanced focus on long-term surface protection.

The growing aerospace industry is expected to propel the growth of the epoxy primer market going forward. The aerospace industry encompasses the design, development, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, and related equipment and systems. Epoxy primers in the aerospace industry provide a protective and corrosion-resistant coating for aircraft surfaces, ensuring durability and safety while minimizing maintenance and extending the lifespan of aerospace components. For instance, in January 2024, according to the report published by Aircraft Interiors International, a UK-based media company, aircraft orders increased by 91% in 2023 compared to 2022, driven by a 78% rise in single-aisle aircraft orders and a 169% surge in widebody aircraft orders. Additionally, new aircraft deliveries reached 1,265 units in 2023, marking an 11% year-over-year increase. Therefore, the growing aerospace industry is driving the growth of the epoxy primer market.

Major companies entering the epoxy primer market are increasingly focusing on developing innovative products such as next-generation eco-friendly formulations to strengthen their market presence and meet evolving industry demands. Next-generation eco-friendly formulations are advanced primer compositions designed to reduce environmental impact through safer ingredients and higher efficiency while still delivering strong performance, helping users enhance corrosion protection, minimize waste, lower application costs, and support overall sustainability goals. For instance, in August 2024, PPG Industries, a US-based paint and coating manufacturing company, launched an eco-friendly zinc epoxy powder primer called PPG PRIMERON Optimal to enhance corrosion protection while promoting sustainability. This patent-pending product features an enhanced zinc formulation that offers superior transfer efficiency compared to standard zinc-rich primers, achieving a transfer efficiency of 85%. The primer is designed to provide corrosion protection that meets stringent ISO C5 standards, making it suitable for high humidity and harsh environments. Additionally, it has a significantly lower specific gravity (2.0 vs. 3.6) than traditional zinc-rich primers, resulting in easier application and reduced material usage, leading to cost savings for users.

In February 2024, Kansai Helios Coatings GmbH, an Austria-based manufacturing company, acquired WEILBURGER Coatings GmbH for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Kansai Helios aims to strengthen and expand Kansai Paint Group's position in the industrial coatings market by integrating WEILBURGER's specialized technologies, manufacturing sites, and global sales network to accelerate B2B growth. WEILBURGER Coatings GmbH is a Germany-based industrial coatings manufacturing company that specializes in epoxy primer.

Major companies operating in the epoxy primer market are PPG Industries Inc., Akzo Nobel N.V., Sherwin-Williams, Axalta Coating Systems LLC, BASF SE, Berger Paints India Limited, Chugoku Marine Paints Ltd., Hempel A/S, Jotun A/S, Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., Nippon Paint Co. Ltd., RPM International Inc., Tikkurila Oyj, Asian Paints Ltd., Carboline Company, Cloverdale Paint Inc., Diamond Vogel Paints, International Paint Ltd., J.W. Ostendorf GmbH & Co. KG, KCC Corporation, Mascoat, NPA Coatings Inc., Rust-Oleum Corporation, Tnemec Company Inc., Valspar Corporation

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the epoxy primer market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the epoxy primer market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the epoxy primer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the epoxy primer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The epoxy primer market consists of sales of one-part epoxy primer and two-part epoxy primer. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Epoxy Primer Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses epoxy primer market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Substrate: Metal; Concrete And Masonry; Fiberglass
• 2) By Technology: Solvent-Borne; Waterborne
• 3) By Application: Building And Construction; Automotive; Marine; Machinery And Equipment; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Metal: Steel; Aluminum; Galvanized Metal
• 2) By Concrete and Masonry: Vertical Surfaces; Horizontal Surfaces; Precast Concrete
• 3) By Fiberglass: Boat Hulls; Industrial Applications; Automotive Components
• Companies Mentioned: PPG Industries Inc.; Akzo Nobel N.V.; Sherwin-Williams; Axalta Coating Systems LLC; BASF SE; Berger Paints India Limited; Chugoku Marine Paints Ltd.; Hempel A/S; Jotun A/S; Kansai Paint Co. Ltd.; Nippon Paint Co. Ltd.; RPM International Inc.; Tikkurila Oyj; Asian Paints Ltd.; Carboline Company; Cloverdale Paint Inc.; Diamond Vogel Paints; International Paint Ltd.; J.W. Ostendorf GmbH & Co. KG; KCC Corporation; Mascoat; NPA Coatings Inc.; Rust-Oleum Corporation; Tnemec Company Inc.; Valspar Corporation
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
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