Technical Mortar Global Market Report 2026

Technical mortar refers to specially engineered mortar products designed for specific construction or repair applications that require superior performance characteristics beyond standard mortar. These mortars are often formulated to offer high strength, chemical resistance, thermal insulation, or enhanced adhesion, and are tailored to meet the technical or specialized requirements of building, restoration, or industrial projects.

The primary types of technical mortar include cement-based mortar, gypsum-based mortar, polymer-modified mortar, epoxy-based mortar, and others. Cement-based mortar is a mix of cement, sand, and water, commonly used to bond materials such as bricks and stones. It serves various functions, including load-bearing, non-load-bearing, waterproofing, insulating, and fire-resistant applications. Cement-based mortar is used in flooring, plastering, bricklaying, tiling, and concrete repair. This type of mortar caters to a broad spectrum of end-users, including those in construction, infrastructure development, residential, commercial, and industrial building sectors.

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 cement, polymers, resins, and specialty additives used in technical mortar production have increased material costs and disrupted supply chains, affecting construction and infrastructure projects across asia-pacific, europe, and north america. Higher prices have impacted epoxy-based and polymer-modified mortar segments more significantly due to reliance on imported raw materials. While short-term cost pressures persist, tariffs have encouraged local sourcing, domestic manufacturing expansion, and innovation in cost-efficient technical mortar formulations.

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The technical mortar market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.1 billion in 2025 to $4.36 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for high-performance repair mortars, growing adoption of chemical-resistant mortars in industrial projects, increasing use of waterproofing and insulating mortars, expansion of fire-resistant mortars in safety-critical structures, rising preference for polymer-modified and epoxy-based mortars.

The technical mortar market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising investments in infrastructure development, increasing demand for waterproofing and fire-resistant solutions, growth in industrial and commercial construction projects, adoption of advanced polymer-modified mortar technologies, focus on long-lasting and low-maintenance construction materials. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high-performance repair mortars, growing adoption of chemical-resistant mortars in industrial projects, increasing use of waterproofing and insulating mortars, expansion of fire-resistant mortars in safety-critical structures, rising preference for polymer-modified and epoxy-based mortars.

The increase in construction and infrastructure development is expected to drive the growth of the technical mortar market in the coming years. Construction and infrastructure encompass the planning, development, and maintenance of vital physical assets such as roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities that underpin economic progress and daily activities. The expansion of construction and infrastructure projects is largely driven by rising government investment in transportation initiatives aimed at improving connectivity and supporting economic growth. Technical mortar plays a key role in construction and infrastructure by providing enhanced bonding strength, durability, and protective performance, making it essential for masonry applications, concrete repair, and waterproofing in buildings, bridges, and other critical structures. For example, in July 2025, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government body, reported that total general government investment in infrastructure rose by 2.2% to £28.9 ($33.91) billion in current prices in 2024 compared with the previous year. As a result, the growth in construction and infrastructure development is fueling the expansion of the technical mortar market.

Leading companies in the technical mortar market are focusing on developing innovative mortar technologies, such as specialized 3D-printing mortar formulations, to improve construction efficiency and reduce material wastage in complex projects. 3D-printing mortar formulations are specifically designed to offer enhanced flowability, quick setting, and strong adhesion between layers, enabling automated construction in 3D concrete printing applications. For example, in January 2025, Holcim Group, a Switzerland-based building materials company, launched Tector 3D Mortar, developed in collaboration with local machine maker Teknix. This mortar, composed of cement, sand, and specialized additives, is designed for 3D printing full-scale building components, promoting local innovation and manufacturing. While it offers less strength than traditional cement, it enhances material efficiency by placing material only where needed, eliminating formwork and enabling design freedom and faster construction.

In February 2025, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., a France-based company specializing in light and sustainable construction, acquired Fosroc International Limited for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Saint-Gobain to strengthen its global footprint in the construction chemicals sector, especially in Asia and emerging markets, by integrating Fosroc's strong brand, product portfolio, and regional presence. Fosroc International Limited is a UK-based company, manufactures and supplies high-performance construction chemicals, including technical mortars.

Major companies operating in the technical mortar market report are BASF SE, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Holcim Limited, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., Sika AG, MAPEI S.p.A., H.B. Fuller Company, Bostik SA, The Quikrete Companies LLC, Pidilite Industries Limited, Ardex GmbH, IVAS Industria Vernici S.p.A., Zhejiang Taizheng Construction Material Co. Ltd., Cementos Capa S.A. de C.V., Laticrete International Inc., Buzzi Unicem S.p.A., The Euclid Chemical Company, W. R. Meadows Inc., Remmers Gruppe AG, Garon Products Inc., USL Group (Pty) Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the technical mortar market in 2025. The regions covered in the technical mortar market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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

The technical mortar market consists of sales of lime-based mortar, fire-resistant mortar, self-leveling mortar, fast-setting mortar, anchoring mortar, waterproof mortar, and thermal insulation mortar. 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.

Technical Mortar 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 technical mortar 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.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
• The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
• 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.
• 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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• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• 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 Product Type: Cement-Based Mortar; Gypsum-Based Mortar; Polymer-Modified Mortar; Epoxy-Based Mortar; Other Product Types
• 2) By Functionality: Load-Bearing Mortar; Non-Load-Bearing Mortar; Waterproofing Mortar; Insulating Mortar; Fire-Resistant Mortar
• 3) By Application: Flooring; Plastering; Bricklaying; Tiling; Concrete Repair
• 4) By End-User Industry: Construction; Infrastructure Development; Residential Buildings; Commercial Buildings; Industrial Buildings
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Cement-Based Mortar: Tile Adhesive Mortar; Repair Mortar; Grout Mortar; Masonry Mortar
• 2) By Gypsum-Based Mortar: Gypsum Plaster; Gypsum Tile Adhesive; Self-Leveling Gypsum Mortar
• 3) By Polymer-Modified Mortar: Polymer-Modified Tile Adhesives; Polymer-Modified Repair Mortar; Polymer-Modified Grouts; Waterproofing Mortar
• 4) By Epoxy-Based Mortar: Epoxy Tile Adhesives; Epoxy Grouts; Epoxy Repair Mortar; Chemical-Resistant Mortar
• 5) By Other Product Types: Fire-Resistant Mortar; Insulating Mortar; Acoustic Mortar; High-Temperature Mortar
• Companies Mentioned: BASF SE; Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A.; Holcim Limited; Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.; Sika AG; MAPEI S.p.A.; H.B. Fuller Company; Bostik SA; The Quikrete Companies LLC; Pidilite Industries Limited; Ardex GmbH; IVAS Industria Vernici S.p.A.; Zhejiang Taizheng Construction Material Co. Ltd.; Cementos Capa S.A. de C.V.; Laticrete International Inc.; Buzzi Unicem S.p.A.; The Euclid Chemical Company; W. R. Meadows Inc.; Remmers Gruppe AG; Garon Products Inc.; USL Group (Pty) Ltd.
• 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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