Waterproof Tapes Market Report 2026

The waterproof tapes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.66 billion in 2025 to $16.83 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of residential construction activities, rising demand for quick repair solutions, increasing use in electrical insulation, growth of building maintenance applications, availability of pressure-sensitive adhesive technologies.

The waterproof tapes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.99 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising investments in infrastructure maintenance, increasing demand for durable waterproof sealing, expansion of automotive and electronics applications, growing focus on lightweight waterproof materials, increasing adoption in DIY repair markets. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of cold-applied waterproofing tapes, rising adoption of butyl and acrylic adhesive tapes, growing demand in roofing and repair applications, expansion of high-durability sealing tapes, enhanced focus on easy-to-install waterproof solutions.

The growing construction industry is expected to propel the growth of the waterproof tapes market. The construction industry is a broad sector encompassing activities from residential and commercial building to infrastructure development. Waterproof tapes are essential in this sector for protecting surfaces from water damage and preventing mold and mildew growth. For instance, in February 2024, according to Eurostat, a Europe-based government agency, the average annual building production in the EU and the euro area increased by 0.1% and 0.2%, respectively, compared to 2022. Therefore, the growth of the construction industry is driving the demand for waterproof tapes, boosting the adoption of advanced solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Leading companies in the waterproof tapes market are concentrating on creating innovative waterproof tapes that utilize polyurea technology to improve performance attributes such as adhesion strength, flexibility, and durability, while also offering exceptional resistance to water, chemicals, and extreme temperatures. Polyurea technology refers to a specialized group of polymers formed through the chemical reaction of an isocyanate component with a polyamine. For example, in June 2023, Fosroc, a UK-based construction solutions firm, introduced the Polyurea WH 100, which is specifically engineered for roof waterproofing applications. This product is applied by hand, making installation easier, particularly on flat roofs where detailing can be challenging. It boasts a seamless finish and employs polyurea technology for enhanced durability, ensuring long-lasting waterproofing with quick return-to-service times. The launch of Polyurea WH 100 strengthens Fosroc’s portfolio, meeting waterproofing demands across various market sectors.

In May 2024, Fedrigoni, a UK-based manufacturing firm, acquired POLI-TAPE Group for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Fedrigoni intends to bolster its position in the specialty materials market by capitalizing on POLI-TAPE Group's expertise in high-quality adhesive tapes and textile transfer films, thereby enhancing its product portfolio and broadening its customer base across various industries. POLI-TAPE Group is a Germany-based company that specializes in waterproof tapes.

Major companies operating in the waterproof tapes market are 3M Company, Nitto Denko Corporation, Tesa SE, Sekisui Chemical Co. Ltd., Scapa Group plc, Intertape Polymer Group, Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG, Lintec Corporation, Shurtape Technologies LLC, Nichiban Co. Ltd., Advance Tapes International Ltd., DeWAL Industries Inc., Yongle Tape Co. Ltd., Denka Company Limited, Vibac Group, Orafol Group, Berry Global Inc., Saint-Gobain, Avery Dennison Corporation, Duck Brand.

North America was the largest region in the waterproof tapes market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the waterproof tapes market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the waterproof tapes market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the waterproof tapes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The waterproof tapes market consists of sales of drywall tape, waterproof reflective tape, nonslip waterproof tape, and gaffer tape. 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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