South & Central America Thermoplastic Adhesive Films Market Forecast to 2030 - Regional Analysis - by Material, Technology, Application, and End Use

The South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market was valued at US$ 60.35 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 79.99 million by 2030; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% from 2022 to 20 30.

Adoption of Bio-Based Thermoplastic Adhesive Films Drive South & Central America Thermoplastic Adhesive Films Market

The replacement of petroleum-derived polymers with bio-based materials or polymers, otherwise sourced from carbohydrates, vegetable fats and oils, starch, and agri-materials, is a significant trend in the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market. Bio-based polymers are environmentally friendly and are the subject of extensive research in various fields. Bio-based materials are lightweight and exhibit long-term sustainability, which drives their use in commercial applications. The easy availability of natural raw materials for the production of bio-based polymers is an added factor fueling its supply and demand. Further, due to rising concerns and awareness about the social and environmental impacts of conventional adhesive systems, composite manufacturers are shifting toward environment-friendly raw materials such as natural fibers and bio-based materials. The rising demand for bio-based materials has prompted manufacturers to develop bio-based thermoplastic adhesive films for various composite applications such as matrix material and surface protection. Bio-based adhesive films are used for the production of lightweight natural fiber composites, thus reducing the reliance on petroleum feedstocks and fossil-fuel-derived adhesive systems. Moreover, stringent regulations, legislation, and policies concerning environment protection and energy efficiency creates a shift toward the development of bio-based polymers and adhesive systems.

South & Central America Thermoplastic Adhesive Films Market Overview

According to the Latin American Composite Materials Association, the composites industry in Brazil accounted for revenue of US$ 359 million in 2022, reporting a 17% increase from 2021. Moreover, major market players in the automotive sector have strategized development and expansion of their operational capacities in South & Central America to tap the lucrative automotive market. In 2022, Audi AG invested US$ 19.2 million to restart production at its plant located in Parana, Brazil, with a production capacity of 4,000 vehicles per year. According to the Asociación de Fabricantes de Automotores, in Argentina, 134,000 vehicle units were produced in 2022. The noticeable presence of automotive companies in Brazil and Argentina and the rise in sales of vehicles are propelling the sales of thermoplastic adhesive films in the region. Thermoplastic adhesive films are used in various automotive and electronics applications, providing ease of application, elasticity, flexibility, and affordability. Moreover, the increasing presence of automotive, electronics, and consumer goods companies and the rising sales of end-use products are expected to boost the thermoplastic adhesive films market in South & Central America during the forecast period.

South & Central America Thermoplastic Adhesive Films Market Segmentation

The South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is segmented based on m aterial, technology, application, end use, and country.

Based on material, the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is segmented into polyethylene, polyamide, thermoplastics polyurethane, polyester, polypropylene, polyolefins, copolyamides, copolyesters, and others. The thermoplastics polyurethane segment held the largest share in 2022.

Based on technology, the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is bifurcated into cast film and blown film. The cast film segment held a larger share in 2022.

Based on application, the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is segmented into membrane films, barrier films, and blackout films. The barrier films segment held the largest share in 2022.

Based on end use, the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is segmented into textile, automotive, electrical and electronics, medical, ballistic protection, lightweight hybrid construction, and others. The textile segment held the largest share in 2022.

Based on country, the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market is categorized into Brazil, Argentina, the Rest of South & Central America. Brazil dominated the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market in 2022.

PROTECHNIC SA, HB Fuller co, Covestro AG, and tesa SE are some of the leading companies operating in the South & Central America thermoplastic adhesive films market.