Bolts Global Market Report 2026

Bolts are elongated metal pieces with threaded ends that are utilized to connect objects by screwing into a nut, providing substantial gripping power. They play a crucial role in connecting two components and are commonly used in the construction of mass-produced items and steel structures.

The primary types of bolts include half-screw bolts and full-screw bolts. A half-screw bolt is characterized by a hexagonal head and threads running the entire length of the bolt. These bolts are crafted from diverse materials, including metal and plastic, and are produced in various grades such as Grade 5.8, 8.8, 10.9, 12.9, among others. They find applications in a wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, construction, industrial machinery, 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 on steel and metal fasteners have impacted the bolts market by increasing raw material and production costs, particularly affecting manufacturers dependent on imported steel. Regions such as Asia-Pacific, North America, and Europe have experienced supply chain disruptions and price volatility across automotive, construction, and industrial machinery segments. These tariffs have slowed procurement cycles and increased end-product costs. However, they have also encouraged local sourcing, capacity expansion, and innovation in alternative materials and efficient manufacturing processes.

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The bolts market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $49.37 billion in 2025 to $51.79 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in construction and infrastructure projects, rising automotive production volumes, expansion of industrial machinery manufacturing, increasing use of steel structures, demand for reliable fastening solutions.

The bolts market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $63.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of electric and autonomous vehicles, increasing investments in infrastructure modernization, demand for lightweight and durable fastening systems, expansion of aerospace manufacturing, rising adoption of automated assembly lines. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high-strength fasteners, growing adoption of corrosion-resistant bolts, increasing use of precision-engineered bolts, expansion of lightweight and high-grade materials, rising focus on standardization and quality compliance.

The rising number of construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the bolts market. Construction activities involve a wide range of operations and processes needed to build buildings, structures, and infrastructure. Construction bolts, such as structural bolts and anchor bolts, are essential for a variety of applications, including securing beams to columns or walls, attaching joists to ledgers, fastening deck boards, and forming secure foundations for bridges or buildings. For example, in November 2025, the United States Census Bureau reported that in 2025, private construction spending was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1,652.1 billion, marking a 0.3% increase from the revised July estimate of $1,647.5 billion. Therefore, the growth in construction activities is expected to fuel the demand for bolts in the market.

Major companies operating in the bolts market are focusing on developing technological advancements such as plug-in installation tools to improve assembly efficiency, enhance accessibility in confined spaces, and reduce labor effort during use. A plug-in tool allows fast and accurate fastening, particularly in hollow-section structures with one-sided access, ensuring strong connections without the need for welding or additional components. For instance, in April 2023, Lindapter International, a UK-based construction company, launched the Hollo-Bolt plug-in tool. The Hollo-Bolt plug-in tool is designed to simplify the installation of Hollo-Bolt fasteners, especially in structural applications involving hollow sections with one-sided access. It enables users to tighten Hollo-Bolts quickly and efficiently, ensuring a secure connection without requiring welding or extra components. This tool improves installation speed and ease of use, making it suitable for large-scale construction projects and high-pressure environments.

In January 2023, GMS Inc., a construction goods supplier based in the United States, successfully acquired Tanner Bolt and Nut Inc. The specific financial details of the acquisition were undisclosed. This move is expected to enhance GMS Inc.'s operations by expanding its reach, improving service capabilities, and diversifying its product offerings. Tanner Bolt and Nut Inc., also based in the United States, is recognized for its role as a manufacturer of fasteners, screws, safety products, and related items within the construction industry.

Major companies operating in the bolts market report are KAMAX Holding GmbH & Co. KG., Acument Intellectual Properties LLC, Keller & Kalmbach GmbH, Reyher Nchfg. GmbH & Co. KG., Fabory Group, Fastenal Company, US Bolt Manufacturing Inc., Easylink Industrial Co. Ltd., Brunner Manufacturing Co. Inc., Elgin Fastener Group LLC, Dokka Fasteners AS, Fastco Industries Inc., Rockford Fastener Inc., Big Bolt Nut, Leland Industries Inc., Jignesh Steel, Hague Fasteners, Kpf Co. Ltd., B&G Manufacturing Co. Inc., Hanger Bolt & Stud Co., BTM Manufacturing, Chicago Nut & Bolt Inc., National Bolt & Nut Corporation, KD Fasteners Inc., Wurth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG., iFASTGroupe

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

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

The bolts market consists of sales of carriage bolts, eye bolts, anchor bolts, plough bolts, and lag bolts. 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.

Bolts 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 bolts 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 market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Half Screw Bolt; Full Screw Bolt
• 2) By Material: Metal; Plastic; Other Materials
• 3) By Grade: Grade 5.8; Grade 8.8; Grade 10.9; Grade 12.9; Other Grades
• 4) By End-User: Automotive; Aerospace; Construction; Industry Machinery; Other End-Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Half Screw Bolt: Hex Half Screw Bolts; Socket Half Screw Bolts
• 2) By Full Screw Bolt: Hex Full Screw Bolts; Socket Full Screw Bolts
• Companies Mentioned: KAMAX Holding GmbH & Co. KG.; Acument Intellectual Properties LLC; Keller & Kalmbach GmbH; Reyher Nchfg. GmbH & Co. KG.; Fabory Group; Fastenal Company; US Bolt Manufacturing Inc.; Easylink Industrial Co. Ltd.; Brunner Manufacturing Co. Inc.; Elgin Fastener Group LLC; Dokka Fasteners AS; Fastco Industries Inc.; Rockford Fastener Inc.; Big Bolt Nut; Leland Industries Inc.; Jignesh Steel; Hague Fasteners; Kpf Co. Ltd.; B&G Manufacturing Co. Inc.; Hanger Bolt & Stud Co.; BTM Manufacturing; Chicago Nut & Bolt Inc.; National Bolt & Nut Corporation; KD Fasteners Inc.; Wurth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG.; iFASTGroupe
• 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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