High Performance Adhesives Market Report 2026

The high performance adhesives market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $35.6 billion in 2025 to $37.26 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in industrial manufacturing, widespread use in metal bonding, expansion of construction activities, demand for strong mechanical adhesion, availability of epoxy and polyurethane adhesives.

The high performance adhesives market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $44.76 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 electric vehicle manufacturing, rising aerospace production, increasing electronics miniaturization, advancements in adhesive formulations, demand for solvent free bonding technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for structural bonding solutions, increased use in lightweight material assembly, rising adoption in automotive and aerospace applications, expansion of high temperature resistant adhesives, focus on durable and chemical resistant bonding.

The expanding transportation industry is expected to drive the growth of the high-performance adhesives market in the coming years. The transportation industry encompasses the movement of goods and people through various modes, including road, rail, air, and sea, and plays a vital role in global trade, supply chains, and personal mobility. The transportation industry is growing due to several factors, such as the rise of online shopping, urbanization, population growth, and infrastructure development. High-performance adhesives support the transportation industry by reducing vehicle weight and enhancing durability, which leads to improved fuel efficiency and lower maintenance costs. For instance, in December 2024, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), a U.S.-based federal agency, the total dollar value contributed by transportation services to the U.S. economy increased from USD 1.7 trillion in 2022 to USD 1.8265 trillion in 2023. Therefore, the increasing transportation industry is driving the growth of the high-performance adhesives market.

Leading companies in the high-performance adhesives market are prioritizing the development of innovative products, such as waterborne adhesive solutions that streamline the bonding process in footwear manufacturing. These environmentally friendly adhesives use water as a solvent instead of harmful chemicals. For instance, in September 2024, Covestro AG, a German company specializing in polymers and high-performance plastics, launched Dispercoll U and Dispercoll U PLUS, aimed at the automotive and footwear sectors. These advanced waterborne polyurethane adhesives are specifically designed for athletic footwear and automotive interiors. Dispercoll U enhances manufacturing efficiency with lower activation temperatures and strong initial tack, while Dispercoll U PLUS provides exceptional durability and hydrolysis resistance, making it suitable for footwear and automotive interiors that require resilience to heat and climate conditions.

In July 2024, Meridian Adhesives Group, a U.S.-based provider of adhesive solutions, acquired Bondloc UK Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Meridian's product portfolio and expand its geographical reach, enabling the company to offer a wider range of innovative adhesive solutions and better serve its global customer base. Bondloc UK Ltd. is a UK-based chemical manufacturing company that specializes in high-performance industrial adhesives.

Major companies operating in the high performance adhesives market are The Dow Chemical Company, 3M Company, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Sika AG, Avery Dennison Corporation, Huntsman International LLC, H.B. Fuller Company, Pidilite Industries Limited, DELO adhesive, TEX YEAR INDUSTRIES INC., Dymax Corporation, PARSON ADHESIVES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, Jowat SE, Super Bond Adhesives Pvt. Ltd., ITW Performance Polymers, Hernon Manufacturing Inc., WEICON GmbH & Co. KG, Permabond Engineering Adhesives Limited, Ester Chemical Industries Pvt. Ltd, Ameri-Cal Corporation.

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

The high-performance adhesives market consists of sales of cyanoacrylates, anaerobic adhesives, polysulfide adhesives, and phenolic resins. 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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