The Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market has become one of the most fashion-driven divisions in the automobile domain at a very fast rate. One of them is that there is an increased demand for weightless materials in car manufacturing. Auto makers aim at better fuel efficiency while reducing emissions; hence they are increasingly adopting lighter motor vehicle structural components.
Another key factor driving market growth is increasing adoption rates of electric vehicles (EVs). Inherent challenges are faced by this segment as a result of the escalating global production levels of electric cars pursuing sustainable transportation. EVs often require different design and manufacturing specifications than traditional internal combustion engine vehicles do. Some areas that need to be addressed by adhesives/sealants designed specifically for use in electric vehicles include thermal management or vibration resistance.
Also, greater complexity in vehicle design coupled with advanced safety features has boosted demand for premium adhesives and sealants. Car manufacturers employ state-of-the-art technologies or enhanced security systems into their cars thus making it necessary for effective bonding solutions. They no longer provide just structural integrity alone but also play a major role towards safety/performance due to modern adhesives.
Moreover, eco-friendly bio-based adhesive/ sealant products have been on the rise within the global motorcar sector particularly due to growing worldwide advocacy on sustainable development. Manufacturers are now considering alternatives that cause less harm to environment yet maintain performance levels. Some leading organizations are now emphasizing on eco-friendly processes for automobile supply chains as depicted by the shift to environmental friendly solutions.
Additionally, notable changes have been witnessed in the aftermarket segment of automotive adhesives and sealants market. As the number of vehicles on roads increase, so does the need for maintenance and repair purposes. Manufacturers can produce adhesives/sealant targeting repairs in the aftermarket. This area will greatly influence overall market dynamics since customers are becoming more conscious about their cars’ life cycle and performance.
Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market Share, by Application 2016 (%):
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North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America are the five major regions in which the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market is spanned across. Among these regions, Asia Pacific growing at the highest growth rate market owing to the considerable consumption of the product in this region. The region accounts for over 50% share of the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market on the growing automotive and transportation industry. India, South Korea, China, and Japan are the major markets in this region on account of the well-established automotive and electronics industries in these countries. Â After Asia Pacific, North America is the second most significant region in the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market. The U.S. is the largest market in this market, due to the continuous growth of an automotive industry, which is likely to boost demand for the automotive adhesives & sealants during the years to follow. Europe is another substantial region in the global automotive adhesives & sealants market. Countries namely the U.K, Germany, U.K., Italy, France, and, Spain, are the major contributors to the regional market. This is primarily attributed to the growing demand for the product from the renowned global automotive giants in this market. The Middle East & Africa is witnessing significant growth in the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market owing to the growth potential of the hitherto untapped market in automotive and transportation sector. U.A.E, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia are likely to lead the regional market throughout the forecast period. Lastly, Latin America is also anticipated to join hands with the leading regions owing to the reviving economic and political stability in Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia.
The Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market is segmented on the basis of Type, Vehicle Type, Application, and Region.
On the basis of Type, the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market has been classified into polyurethane (PU), acrylic, epoxy, silicone, polyamide, styrenic block copolymer (SBC), and others.
By Vehicle Type, the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market is divided into passenger cars, Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV), Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle (M/HCV), and others.
Based on Application the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market is categorized into body-in-weight, powertrains, drivetrains, interior, exterior, engine, embedded system, and others.
Geographically, the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market is spanned across five key regions: Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America.Recent Development
August 2023: Henkel announced the launch of its new LOCTITE SI 5950 silicone sealant, which is specifically designed for electric vehicles. The sealant is highly resistant to heat, chemicals, and vibration, and it provides excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates, including aluminum, steel, and glass.
August 2023: 3M announced that it has developed a new adhesive that is capable of bonding dissimilar materials, such as aluminum and carbon fiber. The adhesive is designed for use in a variety of automotive applications, including lightweight body panels and structural components.
August 2023: Dow announced that it is investing $40 million to expand its production capacity for automotive adhesives and sealants in China. The expansion is expected to be completed in 2024 and will increase Dow's capacity in China by 20%.
Key Players
The prominent players operating in the Automotive Adhesives & Sealants Market are Henkel & Co. KGaA (Germany), H.B. Fuller Company (U.S.), BASF SE (Germany), Bostik (U.S.), DowDuPont (U.S.) Sika AG (Switzerland), PPG Industries (U.S.), Solvay S.A (Belgium), Jowat AG (Germany), and Akzo Nobel N.V. (the Netherlands), among others.
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