Industrial Repair Adhesives Market Size, Share, Growth and Industry Analysis, By Type (Metal Repair, Rubber Repair, Concrete Repair, Others), By Application (General Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Automotive, Oil and Gas, Power Plant, Water Treatment, Mining, Marine, Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2035

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INDUSTRIAL REPAIR ADHESIVES MARKET OVERVIEW

The global industrial repair adhesives market, valued at USD 4 billion in 2025, is forecasted to grow consistently, reaching USD 4.22 billion in 2026 and ultimately achieving USD 6.7 billion by 2035, at a steady CAGR of 5.3%.

Surface bonding followed by cohesion are two methods used by industrial repair adhesives to join different substrates. They are made to facilitate the production of components and materials. They are designed to withstand strong impacts and peel pressures, give high tensile strength, and provide the best temperatures along with chemical resistance.

This is due to its widespread use in end-use industries including packaging, construction, the automotive industry, and others. The requirement for adhesives throughout the building industry is also increased by government initiatives that stimulate infrastructure development in emerging economies.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Disruptions in Facilities to Deplete Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, industrial repair adhesives experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The market was drastically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As most of the revenue which the market collected was under the influence of end-use sector that include automotive, construction and packaging. Out of these three sector none of them were proliferating during the sudden outbreak. Hence, the market faced a lot of supply chain barriers and disruptions in demand. However, owing to the current stage of the advancements being held on a rapid pace will expand the market and its operations during the anticipated timeframe.

LATEST TRENDS

Construction and Automobile Sectors to Stimulate Market Development 

The key factor propelling industrial repair adhesives market growth is a growing need for industrial repair adhesives within the construction and automobile sectors. A variety of adhesives are needed for construction and building undertakings. Construction materials, both traditional and newly created, need adhesives to demonstrate strong adhesion, improved performance, and easier application. All building materials, including concrete, glass, and plastics, use adhesives to display good adhesion, improved performances, and easier application techniques.

Non-structural adhesives are utilized for connecting ornamental materials including wall and floor coverings in addition to other materials that don't need a lot of strength, including panels, fiber and particle boards, trim, and some interior doors, which is propelling the repair adhesives market revenue growth.

• According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), industrial maintenance and repair activities accounted for over 22% of total adhesive consumption in U.S. manufacturing facilities in 2023. The DOE highlighted that more than 40 million pounds of industrial adhesives were used annually in machinery, construction, and automotive repair applications to improve component life cycles and reduce energy-intensive replacements.

• According to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), the use of solvent-free and low-VOC adhesives in industrial repair processes rose by 31% between 2020 and 2023. This growth was driven by stricter EU environmental compliance standards that require adhesives with less than 50 grams per liter of volatile organic compounds, accelerating the adoption of eco-friendly industrial repair solutions.

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INDUSTRIAL REPAIR ADHESIVES MARKET SEGMENTATION 

By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into metal repair, rubber repair, concrete repair, others

Metal repair is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into general manufacturing, metallurgy, automotive, oil and gas, power plant, water treatment, mining, marine, others

General manufacturing is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Natural Category of the Advanced Material to Aid Market Expansion 

The market worldwide is divided into two categories based on material: natural and synthetic. Over the projected period, the natural category is anticipated to post a considerably rapid rate of revenue growth. Natural adhesives are made from organic substances. The glue is made from a variety of naturally occurring substances, including proteins including gelatin, starch, and cellulose.

Gelatin-based natural glues, commonly referred to as protein glues, being completely hydro-pulpable due to their structural makeup. Protein glue is made up of polyamides of alpha amino acids. Protein glues are insoluble with waxes, oils, solvents made from organic matter, and pure alcohol. They may be used to create emulsions with either water or oil, which is what is causing the segment's revenue to expand.

Utilization in End-Users Industries to Foster Industry Progress

In a number of end-user industries, including construction, consumer goods, electronics, aviation, packaging, and various other heavy industries, industrial adhesives are increasingly replacing mechanical fasteners. Because they outperform traditional methods in terms of product performance and operation, manufacturers are turning to adhesives for use in industrial applications. Additionally, adhesive bonding is a good substitute for welding because it provides a better finished look, better stress distribution, and higher strength performance. These benefits using adhesives are projected to boost consumer demand for them during the anticipated time frame.

• According to the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), more than 68% of small and medium-sized manufacturing plants in Europe adopted industrial adhesives for equipment maintenance and repair in 2023. This transition helped reduce machine downtime by an average of 15%, showing strong government-backed support for productivity-enhancing adhesive technologies.

• According to India’s Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, adhesive consumption in heavy industries, including metalworking and electronics, increased by 27% from 2021 to 2023. The report attributes this rise to growing investments in local manufacturing zones under the “Make in India” initiative, which encourages domestic use of high-strength epoxy and polyurethane-based repair adhesives.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Price of the Raw Material to Limit the Market Evolution

Due to industrial adhesives' high cost, the market is experiencing difficulties, particularly in price-sensitive areas such as emerging economies. Petrochemicals and crude oil are utilized as the primary raw ingredients in the production of industrial adhesives. Silicone, polyurethane, ethyl vinyl acetate, and other materials are some of the main raw components. The fluctuation in crude oil prices is expected to have an impact on the cost of supplies, which could therefore have an impact on participants' profitability.

As a result, industrial adhesive use may decline in developing nations with price-conscious end users as a result of rising industrial adhesive prices. During the projected period, this is expected to have a significant impact on the industrial repair adhesives market.

• According to the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV), new chemical safety assessments increased the cost of compliance for adhesive producers by 18% in 2023, primarily due to the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) regulation. These costs have delayed product approvals and slowed innovation in industrial adhesive formulations.

• According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), nearly 12% of industrial adhesive production facilities reported process inefficiencies caused by stricter emissions monitoring requirements in 2023. The agency also recorded a 9% reduction in solvent-based adhesive output as manufacturers transitioned toward water-based alternatives to meet air quality standards.

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INDUSTRIAL REPAIR ADHESIVES MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Packaging Sectors in Asia Pacific to Support Market Advancement

Over the course of the forecast period, the Asia Pacific industrial repair adhesives market share is anticipated to experience extremely rapid revenue growth. One of the main factors propelling the expansion of the market's revenue in this area is the increasing need for industrial repair adhesives particularly in the automotive sector in nations including China, India, and Japan.

Additionally, rising requirements for adhesive in the construction and packaging sectors is to some extent assisting the region's market revenue growth. For instance, Sika opened a cutting-edge innovation center and manufacturing plant for premium sealants and adhesives in Pune, Maharashtra, on December 14, 2021. The new plant's improved facilities for research and development and manufacturing are intended to keep up with the market's fast increasing demand in India.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

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The reports cover important advances with in market, as well as inorganic and organic growth strategies. Various companies are concentrating on organic business expansion such as product announcements, product approvals, and other things like patents and events. Acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations were among the inorganic growth strategies observed in the market. The above activities have paved the way for market participants to expand their business and customer base. With the growing demands for filter products in the international market, market participants in the market are expected to benefit from substantial growth opportunities in the near future.

• Henkel AG & Co. KGaA (Germany): According to Germany’s Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), Henkel operates over 30 production facilities across Europe specializing in industrial adhesives, sealants, and repair compounds. In 2023, Henkel enhanced its bonding strength capabilities by 25% through new hybrid polymer formulations that support infrastructure repair and heavy-equipment maintenance.

• H.B. Fuller Company (U.S.): According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, H.B. Fuller increased its adhesive production volume by 17% in 2023, driven by demand from aerospace and automotive maintenance sectors. The company’s industrial repair products now comply with over 95% of EPA-approved low-emission standards, strengthening its presence in sustainable manufacturing solutions.

List of Top Industrial Repair Adhesives Companies

• Henkel (Germany)
• H.B. Fuller (U.S.)
• 3M (U.S.)
• Dow (U.S.)
• Sika (Switzerland)
• Bostik (Arkema) (U.S.)
• Belzona (U.S.)
• Enecon (U.S.)
• Hernon (U.S.)
• Permabond (U.S.)
• Krylex (Chemence) (U.S.)
• Chester Molecular (Poland)
• Unique Polymer Systems (U.K.)

REPORT COVERAGE

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