Knife Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Material, By Application, By Region, By Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Knife Market will grow from USD 4.83 Billion in 2024 to USD 6.93 Billion by 2030 at a 6.20% CAGR. A knife is a fundamental cutting tool characterized by a blade, typically affixed to a handle, serving diverse functions across various sectors including culinary arts, industrial applications, outdoor recreation, and personal utility. The global knife market's expansion is fundamentally driven by consistent population growth, increasing urbanization, and a rising global interest in culinary pursuits which elevates demand for specialized kitchen implements.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 4.83 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 6.93 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	6.20%
Fastest Growing Segment	Folding Blade
Largest Market	Europe

Key Market Drivers

The global knife market is significantly propelled by rising culinary trends and the expansion of the food service industry. An increasing global interest in diverse cuisines, home cooking, and professional culinary arts directly fuels demand for a wide array of specialized kitchen knives, from chef's knives to utility blades. The robust growth of the food service sector further amplifies this, as restaurants, hotels, and catering services continually require high-quality, durable cutting tools for their operations.

Key Market Challenges

The central challenge directly impeding the expansion of the global knife market stems from escalating regulatory complexities and trade tariffs. These factors directly influence manufacturing costs and consumer accessibility by increasing the financial burden on manufacturers and retailers. The imposition of import duties, for example, necessitates higher operational expenditures for companies, which are often subsequently passed on to consumers through increased retail prices.

Key Market Trends

The global knife market is experiencing notable shifts driven by product innovation and evolving distribution strategies. Advanced material innovation for enhanced performance represents a significant trend, as manufacturers continuously integrate superior alloys and composites to elevate product durability, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. This focus addresses consumer demand for tools that deliver consistent, high-level functionality across diverse applications, from demanding culinary environments to rigorous outdoor activities. For example, powder metallurgy steels are increasingly prominent for their balanced properties.

Key Market Players

Olfa Corporation
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
KA-BAR Knives, Inc
Kai USA LTD.
Hyde Tools, Inc.
U.S. Blade Manufacturing Company Inc
Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
Apex Tool Group LLC
Klein Tools, Inc.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Knife Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Knife Market, By Type:

Folding Blade
Fixed Blade
Side Slide

Knife Market, By Material:

Steel
Titanium
Ceramic
Others

Knife Market, By Application:

Kitchen
Survival/Hunting/Adventure/Tactical
Weapon
Sports
Others

Knife Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Knife Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Knife Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Folding Blade, Fixed Blade, Side Slide)
- 5.2.2. By Material (Steel, Titanium, Ceramic, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Application (Kitchen, Survival/Hunting/Adventure/Tactical, Weapon, Sports, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region
- 5.2.5. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Knife Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type
- 6.2.2. By Material
- 6.2.3. By Application
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Knife Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Material
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Knife Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Material
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Knife Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Material
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Application

7. Europe Knife Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Material
- 7.2.3. By Application
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Knife Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Material
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.2. France Knife Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Material
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Knife Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Material
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Knife Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Material
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Knife Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Material
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Application

8. Asia Pacific Knife Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Material
- 8.2.3. By Application
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Knife Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Material
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Knife Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Material
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Knife Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Material
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Knife Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Material
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Knife Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Material
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa Knife Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Material
- 9.2.3. By Application
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Knife Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Material
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 9.3.2. UAE Knife Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Material
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 9.3.3. South Africa Knife Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Material
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Application

10. South America Knife Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type
- 10.2.2. By Material
- 10.2.3. By Application
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Knife Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Material
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 10.3.2. Colombia Knife Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Material
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 10.3.3. Argentina Knife Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Material
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Knife Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Olfa Corporation
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
15.3. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
15.4. KA-BAR Knives, Inc
15.5. Kai USA LTD.
15.6. Hyde Tools, Inc.
15.7. U.S. Blade Manufacturing Company Inc
15.8. Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
15.9. Apex Tool Group LLC
15.10. Klein Tools, Inc.