The polyurethane adhesives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.9 billion in 2025 to $11.65 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of automotive manufacturing, demand for strong flexible adhesives, expansion of construction activities, development of polyurethane chemistry, adoption in furniture manufacturing.
The polyurethane adhesives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.21 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increase in electric vehicle production, growth of sustainable building materials, rising demand for high performance packaging, innovation in reactive adhesive systems, expansion of industrial automation. Major trends in the forecast period include growing use in automotive lightweighting, rising adoption in building and construction, expansion in flexible packaging applications, increased demand for impact resistant adhesives, focus on versatile multi surface bonding.
The expansion of the construction industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the polyurethane adhesives market in the coming years. This sector encompasses the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure, as well as residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The growth in construction is fueled by rising demand for infrastructure development, urbanization, and increased investments in various projects. Polyurethane adhesives are favored in this industry for their strong bonding capabilities, flexibility, and moisture resistance, making them suitable for sealing and bonding materials such as wood, concrete, and metal. For instance, in August 2024, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that building work in June 2024 reached $33.81 billion, an increase from $32.44 billion in June 2022. Thus, the growth in the construction sector is propelling the development of the polyurethane adhesives market.
Major companies operating in the polyurethane adhesives market are concentrating on the development of innovative solutions, such as automotive interior lamination, which enables durable bonding of complex three-dimensional components, lightweight substrates, and temperature-sensitive materials while supporting reduced volatile organic compound emissions and more sustainable manufacturing practices. Automotive interior lamination involves bonding multiple material layers onto interior vehicle components to create durable, high-performance surfaces within automobiles. For example, in September 2024, Covestro AG, a Germany-based chemical company specializing in high-performance polymers and adhesive solutions, introduced waterborne polyurethane (PU) adhesive solutions, Dispercoll U and Dispercoll U PLUS. These products are designed for automotive and footwear applications, offering durable adhesion for complex 3D automotive interior parts and challenging footwear materials while enabling low-volatile organic compound, environmentally responsible processing. In addition, this innovation delivers strong resistance to heat and humidity, supporting efficient application by providing high-performance bonding without compromising sustainability objectives.
In April 2025, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based adhesive manufacturer supplying polyurethane (PU) adhesives, formed a strategic partnership with Synthomer plc. This collaboration enables Henkel to incorporate Synthomer’s lower-carbon CLIMA-branded polymers into its TECHNOMELT hot-melt adhesive portfolio. TECHNOMELT includes reactive polyurethane (PUR) hot-melt adhesives, making the partnership directly applicable to Henkel’s polyurethane adhesive offerings. Synthomer plc is a UK-based specialty chemicals company.
Major companies operating in the polyurethane adhesives market are BASF SE, Dow Inc., 3M Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, ITW Performance Polymers, Sika AG, Eastman Chemical Company, Wacker Chemie AG, RPM International Inc., H.B. Fuller Company, Mapei S.p.A., Huntsman Corporation, Pidilite Industries Limited, Permabond LLC, Franklin International, Soudal N.V., Master Bond Inc., Scott Bader Company Ltd., Nan Pao Resin Chemical Group, Lord Corporation, Jowat SE, Dymax Corporation, Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group, Dymax Corporation.
North America was the largest region in the polyurethane adhesives market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the polyurethane 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 polyurethane adhesives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The polyurethane adhesives market consists of sales of one-component polyurethane adhesives, two-component polyurethane adhesives, and structural polyurethane adhesives. 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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The polyurethane adhesives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.21 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increase in electric vehicle production, growth of sustainable building materials, rising demand for high performance packaging, innovation in reactive adhesive systems, expansion of industrial automation. Major trends in the forecast period include growing use in automotive lightweighting, rising adoption in building and construction, expansion in flexible packaging applications, increased demand for impact resistant adhesives, focus on versatile multi surface bonding.
The expansion of the construction industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the polyurethane adhesives market in the coming years. This sector encompasses the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure, as well as residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The growth in construction is fueled by rising demand for infrastructure development, urbanization, and increased investments in various projects. Polyurethane adhesives are favored in this industry for their strong bonding capabilities, flexibility, and moisture resistance, making them suitable for sealing and bonding materials such as wood, concrete, and metal. For instance, in August 2024, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that building work in June 2024 reached $33.81 billion, an increase from $32.44 billion in June 2022. Thus, the growth in the construction sector is propelling the development of the polyurethane adhesives market.
Major companies operating in the polyurethane adhesives market are concentrating on the development of innovative solutions, such as automotive interior lamination, which enables durable bonding of complex three-dimensional components, lightweight substrates, and temperature-sensitive materials while supporting reduced volatile organic compound emissions and more sustainable manufacturing practices. Automotive interior lamination involves bonding multiple material layers onto interior vehicle components to create durable, high-performance surfaces within automobiles. For example, in September 2024, Covestro AG, a Germany-based chemical company specializing in high-performance polymers and adhesive solutions, introduced waterborne polyurethane (PU) adhesive solutions, Dispercoll U and Dispercoll U PLUS. These products are designed for automotive and footwear applications, offering durable adhesion for complex 3D automotive interior parts and challenging footwear materials while enabling low-volatile organic compound, environmentally responsible processing. In addition, this innovation delivers strong resistance to heat and humidity, supporting efficient application by providing high-performance bonding without compromising sustainability objectives.
In April 2025, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based adhesive manufacturer supplying polyurethane (PU) adhesives, formed a strategic partnership with Synthomer plc. This collaboration enables Henkel to incorporate Synthomer’s lower-carbon CLIMA-branded polymers into its TECHNOMELT hot-melt adhesive portfolio. TECHNOMELT includes reactive polyurethane (PUR) hot-melt adhesives, making the partnership directly applicable to Henkel’s polyurethane adhesive offerings. Synthomer plc is a UK-based specialty chemicals company.
Major companies operating in the polyurethane adhesives market are BASF SE, Dow Inc., 3M Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, ITW Performance Polymers, Sika AG, Eastman Chemical Company, Wacker Chemie AG, RPM International Inc., H.B. Fuller Company, Mapei S.p.A., Huntsman Corporation, Pidilite Industries Limited, Permabond LLC, Franklin International, Soudal N.V., Master Bond Inc., Scott Bader Company Ltd., Nan Pao Resin Chemical Group, Lord Corporation, Jowat SE, Dymax Corporation, Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group, Dymax Corporation.
North America was the largest region in the polyurethane adhesives market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the polyurethane 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 polyurethane adhesives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The polyurethane adhesives market consists of sales of one-component polyurethane adhesives, two-component polyurethane adhesives, and structural polyurethane adhesives. 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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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Characteristics
3. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Polyurethane Adhesives Market Trends and Strategies
5. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Polyurethane Adhesives Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Polyurethane Adhesives Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Segmentation
10. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Polyurethane Adhesives Market
12. China Polyurethane Adhesives Market
13. India Polyurethane Adhesives Market
14. Japan Polyurethane Adhesives Market
15. Australia Polyurethane Adhesives Market
16. Indonesia Polyurethane Adhesives Market
17. South Korea Polyurethane Adhesives Market
18. Taiwan Polyurethane Adhesives Market
19. South East Asia Polyurethane Adhesives Market
20. Western Europe Polyurethane Adhesives Market
21. UK Polyurethane Adhesives Market
22. Germany Polyurethane Adhesives Market
23. France Polyurethane Adhesives Market
24. Italy Polyurethane Adhesives Market
25. Spain Polyurethane Adhesives Market
26. Eastern Europe Polyurethane Adhesives Market
27. Russia Polyurethane Adhesives Market
28. North America Polyurethane Adhesives Market
29. USA Polyurethane Adhesives Market
30. Canada Polyurethane Adhesives Market
31. South America Polyurethane Adhesives Market
32. Brazil Polyurethane Adhesives Market
33. Middle East Polyurethane Adhesives Market
34. Africa Polyurethane Adhesives Market
36. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Polyurethane Adhesives Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Polyurethane Adhesives Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Polyurethane Adhesives Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses polyurethane adhesives market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for polyurethane adhesives? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The polyurethane adhesives market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Thermoset; Thermoplastic2) By Technology: Solvent-Borne; Dispersion; Hot-Melt; Reactive; Other Technologies
3) By Applications: Footwear; Automotive; Building and Construction; Packaging; Electrical and Electronics; Furniture; Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Thermoset: Moisture-Cured Polyurethane Adhesives; Two-Component Polyurethane Adhesives; One-Component Polyurethane Adhesives2) By Thermoplastic: Hot Melt Polyurethane Adhesives; Solvent-Based Polyurethane Adhesives; Water-Based Polyurethane Adhesives
Companies Mentioned: BASF SE; Dow Inc.; 3M Company; Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; ITW Performance Polymers; Sika AG; Eastman Chemical Company; Wacker Chemie AG; RPM International Inc.; H.B. Fuller Company; Mapei S.p.a.; Huntsman Corporation; Pidilite Industries Limited; Permabond LLC; Franklin International; Soudal N.V.; Master Bond Inc.; Scott Bader Company Ltd.; Nan Pao Resin Chemical Group; Lord Corporation; Jowat SE; Dymax Corporation; Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group; Dymax Corporation
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Polyurethane Adhesives market report include:- BASF SE
- Dow Inc.
- 3M Company
- Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
- ITW Performance Polymers
- Sika AG
- Eastman Chemical Company
- Wacker Chemie AG
- RPM International Inc.
- H.B. Fuller Company
- Mapei S.p.A.
- Huntsman Corporation
- Pidilite Industries Limited
- Permabond LLC
- Franklin International
- Soudal N.V.
- Master Bond Inc.
- Scott Bader Company Ltd.
- Nan Pao Resin Chemical Group
- Lord Corporation
- Jowat SE
- Dymax Corporation
- Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group
- Dymax Corporation
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 11.65 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 15.21 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.9% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 25 |
