수성 접착제 시장 - 세계 산업 규모, 점유율, 동향, 기회, 예측, 수지 유형별, 용도별, 지역별, 경쟁별(2020-2030년)

Global Water-Based Adhesive market was valued at USD 38.60 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 66.47 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 9.48%. The global water-based adhesive market is witnessing strong growth, fueled by rising demand for sustainable and environmentally responsible bonding solutions across diverse industries. With low volatile organic compound (VOC) content and a reduced environmental footprint, water-based adhesives are increasingly displacing traditional solvent-based alternatives in sectors such as packaging, construction, automotive, woodworking, and electronics.

The market is expected to sustain its upward trajectory, driven by stringent environmental regulations, continuous technological advancements, and the expansion of industrial applications. As manufacturers prioritize eco-friendly processes and operational efficiency, water-based adhesives are positioned to secure a growing share of the global adhesive market over the coming years.

Key Market Drivers

Growing Demand for Environmentally Friendly and Sustainable Solutions

The most significant drivers of growth in the global water-based adhesive market is the increasing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions across industries. Water-based adhesives are inherently low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and free from harmful solvents, positioning them as eco-conscious alternatives to traditional solvent-based adhesives. This environmental advantage is becoming a critical factor influencing purchasing decisions for manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users alike. According to a SATRA research paper, producing 500,000 pairs of children's shoes using water-based adhesives can reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions by an estimated 5.4 to 5.9 tonnes annually, highlighting the environmental benefits of adopting sustainable adhesive solutions in footwear manufacturing. Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are imposing stringent environmental regulations to reduce pollution and promote sustainable manufacturing practices. Regulations on VOC emissions in North America and Europe require companies to transition from solvent-based adhesives to water-based formulations. Compliance with these environmental standards not only reduces legal and operational risks but also drives widespread adoption of water-based adhesives across sectors such as construction, automotive, packaging, and electronics.

Many organizations are increasingly integrating sustainability into their core business strategies. Companies are actively seeking adhesives that support eco-friendly initiatives, reduce carbon footprints, and enable recyclable or biodegradable packaging solutions. Water-based adhesives meet these corporate objectives by offering environmentally safe, non-toxic, and recyclable bonding solutions, which enhance a brand's sustainability credentials and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. Consumer awareness regarding environmental impact has grown significantly, influencing product development and material selection. In sectors such as food packaging, labels, consumer electronics, and household products, the use of non-toxic, low-VOC adhesives is now a competitive differentiator. Manufacturers adopting water-based adhesives can market their products as eco-friendly, thereby strengthening brand loyalty and meeting evolving consumer expectations.

Water-based adhesives contribute to circular economy initiatives by being compatible with recyclable materials and reducing environmental contamination. Their use in paper, cardboard, and plastic laminates facilitates recycling processes without releasing harmful residues, supporting a more sustainable supply chain. This capability has accelerated adoption in packaging, labels, and other applications where recyclability is a critical requirement. Unlike solvent-based adhesives, water-based adhesives reduce the emission of hazardous fumes in manufacturing environments, improving worker safety and health. Companies seeking to enhance occupational safety standards find water-based solutions more attractive, reinforcing their market adoption.

Key Market Challenges

Performance Limitations Compared to Solvent-Based Adhesives

One of the primary challenges is that water-based adhesives often exhibit lower initial tack, slower curing times, and reduced resistance to extreme temperature and moisture conditions compared to traditional solvent-based adhesives. In high-performance applications such as automotive assembly, heavy-duty construction, and certain industrial laminations these limitations can restrict their adoption. Manufacturers seeking rapid bonding and extreme durability may still prefer solvent-based adhesives, which can impede the widespread penetration of water-based formulations in performance-sensitive sectors.

Key Market Trends

Increasing Adoption of Smart and Functional Adhesives

A significant trend is the development and integration of smart and functional water-based adhesives. These adhesives are engineered to provide additional functionalities beyond bonding, such as conductivity, antimicrobial properties, or temperature sensitivity. In electronics, medical devices, and advanced packaging, these functional adhesives enable innovations like flexible circuits, sterile packaging, and responsive labels. The trend toward multifunctional adhesives is likely to expand market applications and encourage adoption in high-value, technologically advanced sectors.

Key Market Players

• Henkel AG & Co. KgaA
• H.B. Fuller Company
• Arkema
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Ashland Inc.
• Bayer AG
• PPG Industries, Inc.
• Sika AG
• Akzo Nobel N.V.
  • 3M
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Water-Based Adhesive Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Resin Type:

• Acrylic Polymer Emulsion
• Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion
• Vinyl Acetate Ethylene Emulsion
• Styrene Butadiene Latex
• Polyurethane Dispersions
• Other

Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Application:

• Tapes & Labels
• Paper & Packaging
• Woodworking
• Building & Construction
• Automotive & Transportation
• Other

Water-Based Adhesive Market, By Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Spain
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Water-Based Adhesive Market.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

• 1.1. Market Definition
• 1.2. Scope of the Market
  • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
  • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
  • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

• 2.1. Objective of the Study
• 2.2. Baseline Methodology
• 2.3. Key Industry Partners
• 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
• 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
• 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
• 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

• 3.1. Overview of the Market
• 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
• 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
• 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
• 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Impact of COVID 19 on Global Water-Based Adhesive Market

5. Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 5.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 5.2.1. By Resin Type (Acrylic Polymer Emulsion, Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion, Vinyl Acetate Ethylene Emulsion, Styrene Butadiene Latex, Polyurethane Dispersions, Other)
  • 5.2.2. By Application (Tapes & Labels, Paper & Packaging, Woodworking, Building & Construction, Automotive & Transportation, Other)
  • 5.2.3. By Region
  • 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
• 5.3. Market Map

6. North America Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 6.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 6.2.1. By Resin Type
  • 6.2.2. By Application
  • 6.2.3. By Country
• 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
  • 6.3.1. United States Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
  • 6.3.2. Canada Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
  • 6.3.3. Mexico Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 6.3.3.2.2. By Application

7. Europe Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 7.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 7.2.1. By Resin Type
  • 7.2.2. By Application
  • 7.2.3. By Country
• 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
  • 7.3.1. Germany Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
  • 7.3.2. United Kingdom Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
  • 7.3.3. Italy Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
  • 7.3.4. France Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
  • 7.3.5. Spain Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 7.3.5.2.2. By Application

8. Asia-Pacific Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 8.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 8.2.1. By Resin Type
  • 8.2.2. By Application
  • 8.2.3. By Country
• 8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
  • 8.3.1. China Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
  • 8.3.2. India Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
  • 8.3.3. Japan Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
  • 8.3.4. South Korea Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
  • 8.3.5. Australia Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 8.3.5.2.2. By Application

9. South America Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 9.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 9.2.1. By Resin Type
  • 9.2.2. By Application
  • 9.2.3. By Country
• 9.3. South America: Country Analysis
  • 9.3.1. Brazil Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
  • 9.3.2. Argentina Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
  • 9.3.3. Colombia Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 9.3.3.2.2. By Application

10. Middle East and Africa Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook

• 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 10.1.1. By Value & Volume
• 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 10.2.1. By Resin Type
  • 10.2.2. By Application
  • 10.2.3. By Country
• 10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
  • 10.3.1. South Africa Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
  • 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
  • 10.3.3. UAE Water-Based Adhesive Market Outlook
    • 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
    • 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.2.1. By Resin Type
      • 10.3.3.2.2. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

• 11.1. Drivers
• 11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

• 12.1. Recent Developments
• 12.2. Product Launches
• 12.3. Mergers & Acquisitions

13. Global Water-Based Adhesive Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Competitive Landscape

• 14.1. Henkel AG & Co. KgaA
  • 14.1.1. Business Overview
  • 14.1.2. Product & Service Offerings
  • 14.1.3. Recent Developments
  • 14.1.4. Financials (If Listed)
  • 14.1.5. Key Personnel
  • 14.1.6. SWOT Analysis
• 14.2. H.B. Fuller Company
• 14.3. Arkema
• 14.4. The Dow Chemical Company
• 14.5. Ashland Inc.
• 14.6. Bayer AG
• 14.7. PPG Industries, Inc.
• 14.8. Sika AG
• 14.9. Akzo Nobel N.V.
• 14.10.3M
• 14.11.DuPont de Nemours, Inc.

15. Strategic Recommendations

16. About Us & Disclaimer