Cutlery and Hand Tools Market Report 2026

The cutlery and hand tools market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $158.4 billion in 2025 to $164.61 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing household use of manual cutlery, increasing small-scale artisanal tool usage, rising demand for basic kitchen utensils, growth in traditional craftsmanship sectors, adoption of metal hand tools for home and commercial tasks.

The cutlery and hand tools market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $198.11 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in e-commerce and direct sales of cutlery and hand tools, rising preference for premium and ergonomic tools, increasing commercial kitchen expansion, adoption of multi-functional and specialty tools, growth in household DIY and small-scale industrial projects. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high-quality kitchen knives and cutlery, increasing adoption of multi-functional hand tools, growth in online sales channels for cutlery and hand tools, expansion of specialty knives and knife sets, rising use of durable and ergonomic hand tools.

The increasing interest in home improvement is anticipated to drive the growth of the cutlery and hand tools market in the coming years. Home improvement involves making enhancements, renovations, or modifications to a residential property to enhance its appearance, functionality, comfort, or value. Such projects typically require a range of hand tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, and measuring instruments. As more individuals participate in DIY (Do-It-Yourself) activities to upgrade their homes, the demand for these essential hand tools rises. For example, in September 2025, GOV.UK, a UK-based government organization, projected that the total repair, maintenance, and improvement (RM&I) sector would grow by 2.1% in 2025, 2.5% in 2026, and 2.6% in 2027.

Leading companies in the cutlery and hand tools market are focusing on developing lightweight products, such as ceramic kitchen knives, to achieve a competitive edge. Ceramic kitchen knives are lightweight and durable cutting tools made from advanced ceramic materials like zirconia, which provide long-lasting sharpness and rust resistance. For example, in August 2023, Kyocera International, Inc., a US-based manufacturing company, launched INNOVATIONWHITE, a new line of colorful ceramic kitchen knives. Available in five handle colors for a limited time on Indiegogo, these knives feature a patented zirconia-alumina blend that enhances their sharpness, making them twice as sharp as Kyocera's previous ceramic blades. The ergonomic handle is designed for a secure grip, improving cutting techniques, while the lightweight design ensures easy handling.

In November 2025, Zwilling J.A. Henckels AG, a Germany-based producer of high-end kitchen knives and cutlery, formed a partnership with the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to support professional culinary training and skill development. As part of this collaboration, Zwilling supplies professional-grade cutlery and culinary toolkits for practical learning, incorporating its premium knives and tools into Escoffier’s curriculum to equip students for professional kitchen settings. The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is a US-based institution offering accredited culinary education programs.

Major companies operating in the cutlery and hand tools market report are Stanley Black & Decker Inc., Snap-on Inc., Apex Tool Group, Klein Tools Inc., Channellock Inc., Estwing Manufacturing Company, Vaughan & Bushnell Manufacturing Co., Hultafors Group, Fiskars Group, Acme United Corporation, Zwilling J. A. Henckels AG, Wüsthof, Victorinox Swiss Army Inc., Buck Knives Inc., The Benchmade Knife Company, Spyderco Inc., Cold Steel Inc., Columbia River Knife & Tool Inc., SOG Specialty Knives Inc., Morakniv AB.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cutlery and hand tools market in 2025. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the cutlery and hand tools market. The regions covered in the cutlery and hand tools market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the cutlery and hand tools market are China, India, Japan, Australia, Indonesia, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, New Zealand, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

The cutlery and hand tools market consists of sales of bakeware, measuring cups, and knives. 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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