Flock Adhesive Global Market Report 2024

The flock adhesive market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.51 billion in 2023 to $2.69 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to factors such as urban congestion, advancements in electric propulsion, developments in autonomous vehicle technology, rapid technological innovation, and increased investment and industry interest.

The flock adhesive market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.45 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be linked to rising investment in research and development, the increasing demand for zero-emission transportation, market expansion, advancements in autonomous flight technology, decreased travel times, and environmental benefits. Key trends expected in the forecast period include heightened investment in research and development, market expansion, the introduction of innovative product offerings, and a heightened focus on environmental concerns.

The expansion of the textile industry is poised to drive the growth of the flock adhesive market in the foreseeable future. The textile industry encompasses activities such as research, design, and manufacturing of textiles, fabrics, and clothing. Flocking adhesives, which utilize non-toxic, water-based, and recycled fibers, are employed in the decorative textile finishing process, where tiny fibers, known as flock, are applied to a surface to create a soft, velvety texture. For instance, data from the State Council of the People's Republic of China in September 2022 revealed that primary textile retailers in China collectively achieved sales of ¥ 9.48 trillion ($1.3 trillion) from January to July 2022, marking a 1.7% increase compared to the same period the previous year. Additionally, nationwide clothing exports reached $189.4 billion, indicating a year-on-year increase of 12.4%. Consequently, the growing textile industry is a key driver of the flock adhesive market's growth.

Major companies in the flock adhesive market are intensifying their focus on developing recyclable and compostable adhesives to gain a competitive advantage. Water-borne flock adhesives are formulations primarily composed of water as the solvent or carrier medium, designed for flocking to bond small, fine flock fibers to surfaces for textured or velvety finishes. Solventless flock adhesives are formulations devoid of volatile organic solvents as carrier mediums and are used in the flocking process to bond fibers to various surfaces. For example, in April 2021, H.B. Fuller, a US-based provider of flexible packaging adhesive, introduced two new compostable adhesive solutions, extra Evolution SF1000CP/XR2000CP, a solventless adhesive suitable for various biodegradable films, and Flextra Evolution WB1200CP/XR2200CP, a water-based system ideal for paper-to-film laminations. Both adhesives are compostable, with the latter being certified by North America's BPI. They offer comparable performance to traditional multi-layer packaging adhesives, delivering improved print quality and compatibility with standard equipment.

In July 2023, FlexDev Group, a UK-based textile personalization firm, acquired Aneyron for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aimed to enhance collaboration among FlexDev Group's units and position it as Europe's leading textile customization entity. Aneyron, based in the Netherlands, manufactures textile products, including flock adhesive transfers for textiles.

Major companies operating in the flock adhesive market report are Dow Inc., Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Avery Dennison Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, H.B. Fuller Company, Avient Corporation, Ashland Global Holdings, Sika AG, LORD Corporation, CHT Germany GmbH, Paramelt BV, Stahl Holdings B.V., Franklin International Inc., Argent International Inc., Kiwo Inc., International Coatings Company Inc., Anhui Sinograce Chemical Co. Ltd., Nyatex Adhesive and Chemical Co., SwissFlock AG, Schuster Beflockung GmbH, VIRUS Inks, Flock It, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Anhui Dowell HuatAI New Materials Co. Ltd., Chemproof Chemicals Company, and Flocking Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the flock adhesives market in 2023. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the flock adhesive market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the flock adhesive market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The flock adhesive market consists of sales of flame-retardant epoxy and aqueous polyurethane. 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).

Flock adhesive is a specialized adhesive formulated specifically for bonding flock fibers to a substrate. The flocking process entails applying fine fibers to a surface to create a textured or velvety finish. The adhesive plays a critical role in securely attaching the flock fibers to the desired material, whether it be fabric, paper, or another surface.

The primary types of flock adhesive include nylon flock, polyester flock, cotton flock, rayon flock, and others. Nylon flock refers to short monofilament fibers made of nylon utilized in the flocking process. Various sources of flock adhesive include waterborne and solvent-borne options, while resin options encompass acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy resin, and others. These adhesives find application across various industries such as automotive, textile, printing, paper and packaging, among others.

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