Global Curing Adhesives Market Outlook, 2030

The global curing adhesives market is poised to grow by USD 3 billion during 2022-2028, progressing at a 6.1% during the forecast period

The global curing adhesives market is witnessing consistent growth driven by the rising demand for highperformance bonding solutions across various sectors. Curing adhesives are specifically designed bonding agents that solidify through chemical processes such as heat, light (UV), or moisture, creating strong, durable, and lasting joints. These adhesives provide outstanding mechanical strength, resistance to temperature and chemicals, and compatibility with a range of substrates including metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. Their increasing use in sectors such as automotive, electronics, construction, aerospace, and medical devices is significantly propelling market growth. A significant factor propelling the growth of the curing adhesives market is the automotive and transportation sector, where these adhesives are extensively used for structural bonding, sealing, and component assembly. As automotive manufacturers strive to lower vehicle weight for enhanced fuel efficiency and emissions management, the preference for adhesives has risen over traditional mechanical fasteners. Curing adhesives, particularly epoxy and UVcurable types, are wellsuited for instances requiring lightweight and highstrength bonding solutions. The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) has further heightened this demand, with adhesives playing an essential role in battery assembly and integration of electronic components.

The global curing adhesives market is poised to grow by USD 3 billion during 2022-2028, progressing at a 6.1% during the forecast period. In the electronics and electrical industry, curing adhesives are crucial in the production of printed circuit boards (PCBs), smartphones, LEDs, and various microelectronic devices. Their capacity to provide precise application, quick curing times, and high heat resistance renders them vital for ensuring device reliability and performance. The movement towards the miniaturization of electronic components, alongside the surge in consumer electronics demand, continues to challenge adhesive technology, promoting innovations in UVcurable, moisturecure, and heatcure adhesives. Another important enduse sector is construction, where curing adhesives find applications in tile bonding, insulation, flooring, and structural glazing. With the uptick in residential and commercial construction activities, especially in emerging markets, there’s a marked rise in the use of advanced adhesive technologies that deliver stronger bonds, quicker curing, and increased durability. Moreover, green building initiatives have stimulated the creation of lowVOC and environmentally friendly curing adhesives, aligning with global sustainability objectives.

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AsiaPacific commands the largest market share, fueled by the industrial and economic strength of nations like China, India, Japan, and South Korea. China dominates the region because of its extensive manufacturing base in electronics, automotive, and construction, where curing adhesives are heavily utilized. India closely follows, bolstered by rapid infrastructure development and a fastexpanding electronics sector. Japan and South Korea serve as centers for advanced electronics and automotive manufacturing, driving the need for highperformance adhesives, particularly UVcurable and heatcuring types. North America, especially the United States and Canada, represents a mature yet innovationoriented market. The U. S. plays a major role due to its prominent position in aerospace, medical devices, and electric vehicle production. Advanced RandD, stringent quality requirements, and a shift towards sustainable materials further bolster the region’s demand for cuttingedge curing adhesive technologies. Europe continues to be another crucial region, spearheaded by Germany, France, and the UK. Germany, with its strong focus on automotive and industrial machinery, is a primary consumer of highstrength and thermally stable adhesives. France and the UK contribute significantly through their demand in the construction, healthcare, and electronics sectors. EU regulations regarding emissions and chemicals are also promoting the creation of lowVOC and environmentally friendly curing adhesives. Latin America, particularly Brazil and Mexico, is experiencing increased adoption in the automotive and construction industries. In the Middle East and Africa, Gulf countries and South Africa are pursuing investments in infrastructure and industrialization, enhancing regional demand and offering promising market opportunities for manufacturers of curing adhesives.

The market for curing adhesives is divided by product type into heat/thermal cure adhesives, moisture cure adhesives, and UVcurable adhesives. Heat/thermal cure adhesives necessitate high temperatures to start and finish the curing process, making them suitable for uses that need high mechanical strength and temperature resistance—such as in the automotive and aerospace industries. Moisture cure adhesives are commonly employed because of their ease of use and effectiveness in bonding porous materials; they are particularly popular within the construction and packaging sectors. UVcurable adhesives are becoming increasingly popular in electronics, medical devices, and precision assembly applications. Their capacity to cure instantaneously when exposed to UV light renders them ideal for highspeed production lines and sensitive components. The choice of adhesive type usually depends on the material being bonded, environmental factors, and production process needs, with manufacturers progressively pursuing solutions that merge strength, speed, and environmental considerations. Curing adhesives are crafted from a variety of resins, including acrylate, epoxy, polyurethane (PU), silicone, and other types. Acrylatebased adhesives are recognized for their rapid curing abilities and high optical transparency, making them appropriate for electronics and medical uses. Epoxy resins provide excellent mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and bonding capabilities on metals and composites, making them wellsuited for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. Polyurethane adhesives achieve a compromise between flexibility and strength, preferred in automotive interiors and construction projects. Siliconebased adhesives thrive in hightemperature situations and offer remarkable flexibility, often utilized in electronics, appliances, and medical devices. The “others” category comprises specialized formulations designed for specific needs, such as lowVOC or biocompatible adhesives. The selection of resin is crucial in determining adhesive performance, curing conditions, and appropriateness for end use, encouraging manufacturers to continuously advance with hybrid and sustainable resin systems.

The curing adhesives market addresses various industries, with significant applications in automotive, consumer electronics, industrial electronics, and additional sectors. In the automotive industry, curing adhesives are vital for structural bonding, crashresistant assembly, and integration of lightweight materials. They are utilized in engine components, body panels, and electric vehicle battery modules, where longevity and resistance to extreme conditions are essential. The increasing focus on fuel efficiency and EV manufacturing is further propelling advancements in adhesive technologies. Within consumer electronics, curing adhesives are crucial for the miniaturization and assembly of smartphones, wearables, and tablets. Their capacity to bond fragile components without harming sensitive circuitry, combined with rapid curing times (especially in UV systems), improves manufacturing efficiency. These adhesives provide high precision, optical clarity, and resistance to heat and vibration, which are vital in portable devices. The industrial electronics sector applies curing adhesives for PCB assembly, sensor bonding, and component encapsulation. As automation and smart manufacturing grow, there is an increasing demand for adhesives that can endure thermal cycling, mechanical stress, and moisture exposure. UV and heatcurable systems are particularly preferred for highspeed, highreliability applications in industrial controls and power systems. Other uses encompass medical equipment, aerospace, and building, where curing adhesives provide robust, lightweight, and biocompatible options. In healthcare environments, they are utilized for device assembly, surgical instruments, and diagnostic tools, necessitating accurate and sterile bonding. In the construction industry, moisturecure and heatcure adhesives are preferred for structural bonding, insulation, and flooring applications. In all these fields, the movement towards environmentally friendly, lowVOC adhesives and automated application techniques is transforming the market dynamics, compelling manufacturers to create innovative, customizable, and highperformance adhesive solutions.

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Considered in this report
• Historic Year: 2019
• Base year: 2024
• Estimated year: 2025
• Forecast year: 2030

Aspects covered in this report
• Global Curing Adhesives Market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation
By product:
• heat/thermal cure adhesives
• moisture cure adhesives
• UV-curable adhesives

By resin:
• acrylate
• epoxy
• polyurethane (PU)
• silicone
• others

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By application:
• automotive
• consumer electronics
• industrial electronics
• others
The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to agriculture industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.

Table of Contents

  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • FIGURES AND TABLES
  • PART 1. INTRODUCTION
  • · Report description
  • · Objectives of the study
  • · Market segment
  • · Years considered for the report
  • · Currency
  • · Key target audience
  • PART 2. METHODOLOGY
  • PART 3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • PART 4. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • · Introduction
  • · Drivers
  • · Restraints
  • · Impact of COVID-19 pandemic
  • PART 5. MARKET BREAKDOWN BY PRODUCT
  • · Heat/thermal cure adhesives
  • · Moisture cure adhesives
  • · UV-curable adhesives
  • PART 6. MARKET BREAKDOWN BY RESIN
  • · Acrylate
  • · Epoxy
  • · Polyurethane (PU)
  • · Silicone
  • · Others
  • PART 7. MARKET BREAKDOWN BY APPLICATION
  • · Automotive
  • · Consumer electronics
  • · Industrial electronics
  • · Others
  • PART 8. MARKET BREAKDOWN BY REGION
  • · Asia Pacific
  • · Europe
  • · North America
  • · Rest of the World (RoW)
  • PART 9. KEY COMPANIES
  • · Bostik SA
  • · Dow Corning Corporation
  • · Dymax Corporation
  • · H.B. Fuller Company
  • · Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
  • · Jowat SE
  • · The 3M Company
  • · Tosoh Corporation
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  • DISCLAIMER

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