Plastic Adhesives Global Market Report 2026

Plastic adhesives are specialized adhesives designed for bonding various plastic materials, including polycarbonate, acrylic, styrene, and other plastics. They are utilized in fixing home appliances such as computers, phones, and audio devices, as well as for repairing car parts, electrical tubes, and other applications. This category specifically includes goods and services traded between entities or sold directly to end consumers.

The primary types of resin employed in the manufacture of plastic adhesives are epoxy, polyurethane, acrylic, silicone, MMA (methyl methacrylate), and cyanoacrylate. Epoxy, a two-part adhesive, results from the mixing of epoxy resin and hardener. Polyurethane adhesive, a thermoplastic polymer-based glue, is formed through a chemical reaction between polymers, exhibiting exceptional strength and resistance to various forms of degradation. Acrylic adhesive, made from acrylic or methyl acrylic polymers, is known for its strength and environmental resistance, making it commonly used in the construction industry. Methyl methacrylate (MMA) adhesives, a type of acrylic adhesive, cure rapidly at room temperature and achieve full bond strength shortly after application. Cyanoacrylates, or super glues, are robust and quick-acting adhesives with applications in industrial, medical, and household contexts. These diverse adhesive technologies find use in the automotive, building and construction, electrical and electronics, medical, and packaging industries.

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 influencing the plastic adhesives market by increasing costs of imported resins, curing agents, additives, and formulation chemicals. Adhesive manufacturers in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported raw materials, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressure on export-oriented adhesive production. These tariffs are raising production costs and affecting pricing strategies. However, they are also encouraging local raw material sourcing, regional adhesive manufacturing, and innovation in alternative resin systems.

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The plastic adhesives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.28 billion in 2025 to $10.17 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of consumer electronics manufacturing, growth of automotive plastic components, increasing use in packaging applications, rising demand for fast-curing adhesives, availability of diverse adhesive chemistries.

The plastic adhesives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.41 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption in electric vehicles, rising demand for sustainable adhesive formulations, expansion of medical device manufacturing, growing focus on solvent-free technologies, increasing use in advanced packaging solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-strength plastic bonding solutions, rising use in lightweight automotive assemblies, growing adoption in electronics and appliances, expansion of medical-grade plastic adhesives, enhanced focus on durable multi-material bonding.

The expansion of the automotive industry is expected to drive the growth of the plastic adhesives market. The automotive industry comprises firms involved in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles, motorcycles, mopeds, and towing vehicles. Plastic adhesives are crucial in manufacturing automotive parts such as bumpers, dashboards, and interior trims. The growth of the automotive sector has increased demand for various components, including plastic adhesives. For instance, in May 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), a France-based intergovernmental organization, SUVs accounted for 48% of global car sales, reaching a new record in 2023. Sales in advanced economies surpassed 20 million in 2022, achieving a 50% market share, with over 360 million SUVs on roads worldwide. Therefore, the expansion of the automotive industry is boosting demand for plastic adhesives.

Major companies in the plastic adhesives market are focusing on developing advanced solutions such as CMR-free and post-consumer recycled (PCR) technologies to enhance safety, sustainability, and environmental compliance. CMR-free and PCR technologies ensure adhesives are free from carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic substances while incorporating recycled materials to reduce carbon emissions and support circular economy initiatives. For instance, in September 2025, Huntsman Corporation, a US-based specialty chemicals company, launched a reformulated range of ARALDITE epoxy adhesives featuring CMR-free formulations and PCR plastic cartridges. Products such as ARALDITE 2014-3, ARALDITE 2020-1, and ARALDITE AV 138 M-2 deliver the same trusted performance as conventional adhesives while enhancing worker safety and reducing CO2 emissions by up to 36%. These adhesives support applications in transportation, marine, medical, wind energy, and industrial manufacturing, and are compatible with existing production processes. The launch reflects Huntsman's commitment to sustainable innovation and high-performance solutions that meet evolving regulatory and customer demands.

In May 2023, H.B. Fuller, a US adhesive specialist, strengthened its position in the market through the acquisition of Beardow Adams, a UK-based adhesive company. This strategic move aligns with H.B. Fuller's goal of expanding its leadership position, customer base, and technology portfolio to address megatrends such as e-commerce, food safety, and sustainability. Beardow Adams, a UK-based adhesive company, includes a focus on plastic adhesives.

Major companies operating in the plastic adhesives market are Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, 3M Company, H.B. Fuller Company, Sika AG, Arkema, Dow Inc., Huntsman Corporation, Avery Dennison Corporation, Dymax Inc., Jowat Corporation, Permabond LLC, Intertronics, Toyochem Co., Ltd., Master Bond Inc., Panacol-Elosol GmbH, BASF SE, MAPEI S.p.A., Soudal NV, Hexion Inc., Illinois Tool Works Inc., Vantico GmbH, RPM International Inc., Franklin International, Georgia-Pacific Chemicals,

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

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

The plastic adhesives market consists of sales of plastic adhesives in different forms including pellets, paste and liquid. 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.

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This report focuses plastic adhesives 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 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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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Resin Type: Epoxy; Polyurethane; Acrylic; Silicone; Methyl Methacrylate (MMA); Cyanoacrylate
• 2) By Technology: Solvent-based; Water-based
• 3) By End-user: Automotive; Building and Construction; Electrical and Electronics; Other End-Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Epoxy: Two-Part Epoxy Adhesives; Single-Part Epoxy Adhesives; Flexible Epoxy Adhesives
• 2) By Polyurethane: Moisture-Cured Polyurethane Adhesives; Two-Part Polyurethane Adhesives
• 3) By Acrylic: Methyl Methacrylate Adhesives; Acrylic-Based Adhesives; Two-Part Acrylic Adhesives
• 4) By Silicone: Neutral-Cure Silicone Adhesives; High-Temperature Silicone Adhesives
• 5) By Methyl Methacrylate (MMA): MMA Structural Adhesives; MMA Adhesives for Plastics
• 6) By Cyanoacrylate: Industrial-Grade Cyanoacrylate Adhesives; Medical-Grade Cyanoacrylate Adhesives
• Companies Mentioned: Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; 3M Company; H.B. Fuller Company; Sika AG; Arkema; Dow Inc.; Huntsman Corporation; Avery Dennison Corporation; Dymax Inc.; Jowat Corporation; Permabond LLC; Intertronics; Toyochem Co., Ltd.; Master Bond Inc.; Panacol-Elosol GmbH; BASF SE; MAPEI S.p.A.; Soudal NV; Hexion Inc.; Illinois Tool Works Inc.; Vantico GmbH; RPM International Inc.; Franklin International; Georgia-Pacific Chemicals;
• 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,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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