Flock Adhesives Market Outlook - 2020–2027
The global flock adhesives market size was valued at $1.9 billion in 2019, and is projected to reach $2.9 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 5.70% from 2020 to 2027. The growing demand in the automotive industry is a key driver for the flock adhesives market, as they are extensively used in automotive interiors for applications, such as seating, carpeting, and door panels to create aesthetically appealing, durable, and comfortable surfaces. In addition, technological advancements in adhesive formulations are significantly contributing to flock adhesives market growth by enabling the development of innovative, high-performance flock adhesives.
Introduction
Flock adhesives are specialized bonding agents used to adhere short fibers, known as flock, to a variety of substrates. These adhesives are primarily utilized in industries such as textiles, automotive, electronics, and furniture to create decorative or functional surfaces with a velvety, soft texture. Flock refers to tiny, soft fibers that are applied in a controlled manner to a surface, creating a dense, uniform, and textured finish.
Market Dynamics
The growing demand in the automotive industry is a major driver for the flock adhesives market, as these adhesives are crucial in creating high-quality, durable, and visually appealing interiors. Applications such as door panels, dashboards, glove compartments, and window seals rely on flock adhesives to provide a soft, textured finish that enhances both functionality and aesthetics. With the increasing focus on comfort and luxury in automotive design, coupled with the rising production of vehicles globally, the demand for flock adhesives continues to surge, that makes them an essential component in the industry. All these factors are expected to drive the demand for flock adhesives market.
However, volatility in raw material prices poses a significant challenge to the growth of the flock adhesives market. The production of flock adhesives relies on key raw materials such as polymers, resins, and solvents, many of which are derived from petrochemical sources. Fluctuations in crude oil prices, coupled with supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions, directly impact the cost and availability of these raw materials. All these factors hamper the growth of the flock adhesives market.
Advancements in flocking technology are creating significant opportunities for the flock adhesives market by enabling more efficient, precise, and versatile applications across industries. Innovations such as improved electrostatic flocking methods, automated application processes, and advanced fiber materials have enhanced the quality, durability, and aesthetics of flocked surfaces. These technological developments allow manufacturers to expand the use of flock adhesives into new areas, such as smart textiles, high-performance automotive components, and decorative packaging. As industries increasingly demand customized and high-quality flocked finishes, advancements in flocking technology are driving the adoption and growth of flock adhesives market.
The global flock adhesives market is segmented on the basis of resin type, application, and region. By resin type, the market is segmented into acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy resin, and others. By application, the global flock adhesives market is categorized into automotive, textiles, paper & packaging, and others. On the basis of region, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Presently, North America accounts for the largest share in the global market, followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific. The major companies profiled in this report include CHT Germany GmbH, Kissel + Wolf, Lord Corporation, Sika Automotive, Swiss Flock, Stahl, Avient, Nyatex, Dow Chemical, and H.B. Fuller Company.
Flock Adhesives Market, By Region
The Asia-Pacific flock adhesives market size is projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.40% during the forecast period. Rise in number of automotive manufacturers and textiles in China and India is the major factor that dominates the flock adhesives market in this region. In addition, steady demand for flock adhesives in the packaging sector also contributes toward growth of market in Asia-Pacific.
By Region
Asia-Pacific holds a dominant position in 2019 and would continue to maintain the lead over the forecast period.
Flock Adhesives Market, By Resin Type
In 2019, the epoxy resin flock adhesive segment was the largest revenue-generating segment, and is anticipated to grow at CAGR 5.30% during the forecast period. However, the polyurethane flock adhesive segment is predicted to rise with the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
By Resin Type
Polyurethane flock adhesives is projected as the most lucrative segment.
Flock Adhesives Market, By Application
In 2019, the textile segment was the largest revenue-generating segment, and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.40% during the forecast period.
By Application
Automotive application is projected as the most lucrative segment.
Key benefits for stakeholders
Porter’s five forces analysis helps analyze the potential of buyers & suppliers and the competitive scenario of the industry for strategy building.
It outlines the current flock adhesive market trends and future estimations from 2019 to 2027 to understand the prevailing opportunities and potential investment pockets.
- The major countries in the region have been mapped according to their individual revenue contribution to the regional flock adhesivemarket.
- The key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their detailed impact analysis are explained in the study.
- The profiles of key players and their key strategic developments are enlisted in the report.
Analyst Review
The global flock adhesives market witnessed a significant growth in recent years. This is attributed to rise in use of flock adhesives in mainstream applications such as in automotive, textile, paper, and construction industries. In addition, apart from these, there are several other sectors that use flock adhesives such as packaging, cosmetics, industrial technology, home & household, and furniture that propel growth of the market. Key players opt for mergers and acquisitions as their key developmental strategy to strengthen their foothold in the competitive market and build sector expertise.
Construction sector is predicted to dominate the global flock adhesive market during the forecast period, owing to surge in use of flock adhesives for construction of various insulating and barrier layers. In addition, it can also be used as an anti-drop coating to prevent condensation of water droplets. The fashion fabric industry is adopting flock adhesives for advertising their brand names on sports clothing and to provide functional brush effects on carpet mats, which is further expected to boost growth of the global market.
Flock Adhesives Market Report Highlights
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 Key Market Players | Avient, Nyatex Adhesive and Chemical Company, Swiss Flock, Stahl, H.B. Fuller Company, Kissel + Wolf, CHT Germany GmbH, Dow Chemical, Lord Corporation, Sika Automotive |
Analyst Review
The global flock adhesives market witnessed a significant growth in recent years. This is attributed to rise in use of flock adhesives in main stream applications such as in automotive, textile, paper, and construction industries. In addition, apart from these, there are several other sectors that use flock adhesives such as packaging, cosmetics, industrial technology, home & household, and furniture that propel growth of the market. Key players opt for mergers and acquisitions as their key developmental strategy to strengthen their foothold in the competitive market and build sector expertise.
Construction sector is predicted to dominate the global flock adhesive market during the forecast period, owing to surge in use of flock adhesives for construction of various insulating and barrier layers. In addition, it can also be used as an anti-drop coating to prevent condensation of water droplets. The fashion fabric industry is adopting flock adhesives for advertising their brand names on sports clothing and to provide functional brush effects on carpet mats, which is further expected to boost growth of the global market.
Addition of flock adhesives in systems offer several advantages such as slip free force transmission, prevention of mechanical noise, reduced ambience sound, and enhanced heat insulation. Moreover, its characteristics such as environment friendly nature, elasticity, softness, resistance to scratches, and stability propel growth of the global market
The flock adhesives market size is projected to reach $2.9 billion by 2027.
Avient, CHt Germany GmbH, Dow Chemical, H.B. Fuller Company, Kissel & Wolf, Lord Corporation, Nyatex, Sika Automotive, Stahl, and Swiss Flock are the top companies in flock adhesives market.
Textile industry is projected to increase the demand of flock adhesives market
Acrylic segment is leading segment in flock adhesives market
Application of flock adhesives in sectors such as automotive, cosmetic, industrial, household, packaging, and textile is main driver in the global flock adhesives market
Textile and automotive application is expected to drive the demand of flock adhesives market
COVID-19 will impact positively on the global flock adhesives market. This is attributed due to • The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected the global economy and led to subsequent shrinking of GDP in global economies, thereby changing consumer spending patterns. • The global flock adhesives market witnessed a positive effect in the COVID-19 pandemic. This was attributed to the rise in use of flock adhesives in corona test kits and test swabs. For instance, CHT Germany GmbH offers flock adhesives such as TUBVINYL 471-3 LE, TUBVINYL 472 M, and TUBICOLL 1410 M that are used in corona diagnostics. • Swab collection kits that are flocked with adhesives offer superior specimen collection rate and reduce risk of false negative diagnosis result. Flocking adhesives that are used for manufacturing of swab kits enhances ability to collect cells at respected sites and then rapidly releases collected cells. • Flock adhesives are gaining importance in corona testing kits, owing to their enhanced diagnosis sensitivity. These kits usually contain thousands of contact points that help to collect and release samples efficiently. In addition, increase in number of target cells enhances sensitivity of diagnosis kits. • Other advantages of adhesive flocked diagnosis kits such as rapid elution, convenient handling & transport, and proprietary multi-length flock fibers added to growth of the global flock adhesive market despite the COVID-19 outbreak.
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