UV Adhesives Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The UV adhesives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.26 billion in 2024 to $2.45 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand from electronics industry, stringent environmental regulations, increased automation, growing importance of green bonding solutions, expanding applications in medical devices.

The UV adhesives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emerging applications in renewable energy, increasing focus on electric vehicles, rising demand in packaging industry, shift towards eco-friendly solutions, global economic trends. Major trends in the forecast period include medical industry innovations, continued technology evolution, technology advancements, advancements in curing technologies, growing emphasis on bonding dissimilar materials.

The anticipated surge in demand for UV adhesives in the electronic industry is poised to drive the growth of the UV adhesives market. The electronic industry, encompassing the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of electronic components, devices, and systems, benefits from the exceptional precision offered by UV adhesives in joining various components. This ensures reliable and long-lasting performance across a diverse range of electronic devices. For instance, LG, a South Korea-based consumer electronics company, reported its highest annual revenue ever in January 2023, with an increase of 12.9% from 2021, exceeding $52.7 billion in sales. The revenue for LG's Home Appliance & Air Solution Company in 2022 reached $22.5 billion, marking a 10.3% increase from the previous year. Consequently, the escalating demand for UV adhesives in the electronic industry is propelling the UV adhesives market's growth.

The expansion of automotive manufacturing is expected to drive the growth of the UV adhesives market in the coming years. The automotive industry includes the design, development, production, and maintenance of various motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, and motorcycles. UV adhesives are used in the automotive sector for their fast curing properties, which enhance manufacturing efficiency by bonding components quickly and reducing production time, while also providing strong, durable bonds that contribute to vehicle safety and longevity. For example, in January 2024, the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), a Belgium-based group representing the automobile industry, reported that the EU car market saw a significant growth of 13.9% in 2023, with sales reaching 867,052 units, compared to 2022, resulting in a total annual volume of 10.5 million units. Most markets experienced double-digit increases, with Italy (+18.9%), Spain (+16.7%), and France (+16.1%) leading the growth, while Germany reported a more modest increase of 7.3%. As a result, the growth in automotive manufacturing is fueling the expansion of the UV adhesives market.

Leading companies in the UV adhesives market are strategically focusing on introducing specialized one-step UV cure epoxy adhesives to gain a competitive advantage. Specialized one-step UV cure epoxy adhesives combine the benefits of epoxy adhesive properties with UV curing technology in a single step. They offer rapid curing when exposed to UV light, creating a strong and durable bond suitable for applications requiring quick, reliable bonding. In July 2023, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA introduced Loctite Ablestik NCA 01UV, a one-step cure active alignment UV adhesive that cures in a single step with just three seconds of UV LED light exposure. This eliminates the need for oven curing, saving time, energy, and reducing CO2 emissions. The adhesive is designed for high-resolution advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) cameras and lidar modules, making it an ideal solution for the automotive industry.

In July 2022, Arkema acquired Permoseal Ltd., a South African-based chemical company, for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move is expected to reinforce Arkema's position in the South African adhesives market and expand its range of adhesive solutions. Permoseal Ltd. specializes in offering a variety of UV light-curable glues and UV adhesives for different applications and industries.

Major companies operating in the uv adhesives market report are BASF SE, Dow Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings, 3M Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, ITW Performance Polymers, Arkema SA, Sika AG, Avery Dennison Corporation, Huntsman Corporation, H.B. Fuller, Altana AG, Flint Group, Ashland Inc., Toyo Ink Group, Toagosei Co. Ltd., Lord Corporation, ThreeBond Holdings Co. Ltd., Mactac, L&L Products, Dymax Corporation, Chemence Inc., Epoxy Technology Inc., DELO Industrial Adhesives, Panacol-Elosol GmbH, MG Chemicals, Permabond Engineering Adhesives, Beacon Adhesives Inc., Master Bond Inc., Parson Adhesives Inc., Uvexs Inc.

North America was the largest region in the UV adhesives market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the uv adhesives market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the UV adhesives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The UV adhesives market consists of sales of fillers, pigments, UV-curable inks, and UV adhesive tapes. 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.

UV adhesives, also known as ultraviolet adhesives, are a type of adhesive that cures and hardens when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. These adhesives offer several advantages over traditional adhesives, including fast curing times, high bond strength, and the ability to form a permanent bond without the need for heating.

The main resins used in UV adhesives include acrylic, cyanoacrylate, epoxy, silicone, polyurethane, and other resin types. Each type of resin has its specific characteristics and applications. Acrylic, for example, is a versatile and durable synthetic polymer used in various applications such as pressure-sensitive applications, packaging and laminating, woodworking, assembly, and more. UV adhesives find applications across different industries, including medical, electronics, automotive, furniture and interior design, packaging, and others.

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