Elastic Adhesives Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Resin (Polyurethane, Silicone), By End Use (Building & Construction, Industrial), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033

Elastic Adhesives Market Summary

The global elastic adhesives market size was estimated at USD 18,037.3 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 31,020.3 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.3% from 2025 to 2033. The rising demand for elastic adhesives across construction, automotive, and industrial manufacturing sectors is driven by their superior bonding strength, flexibility, and vibration resistance.

In construction, they are increasingly used in structural glazing, flooring, sealing, and façade applications, replacing traditional mechanical fasteners and rigid adhesives. Their ability to accommodate substrate movement, thermal expansion, and environmental stress makes them ideal for modern architectural designs emphasizing sustainability and aesthetics. The ongoing expansion of residential and commercial infrastructure, particularly in emerging economies across Asia Pacific and the Middle East, continues to bolster the market growth.

Another major driver is the growing adoption of lightweight materials in the automotive and transportation industries. Automakers are using elastic adhesives for bonding dissimilar materials such as composites, plastics, and metals to achieve weight reduction, noise damping, and improved crash performance. With the rapid transition toward electric vehicles (EVs), demand for adhesives that can withstand heat, vibration, and electrical insulation requirements has surged. Elastic adhesives also support cleaner assembly processes, lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, and better design flexibility, aligning with the automotive industry’s sustainability goals and regulatory standards for energy efficiency and emissions.

Furthermore, the increasing focus on sustainability and green chemistry is reshaping adhesive formulations, creating new opportunities for silane-modified polymers (SMPs), water-based polyurethane, and silicone-based systems. Manufacturers are investing in the development of low-VOC, solvent-free, and bio-based adhesives to comply with tightening environmental regulations across Europe and North America. In addition, the growth of industrial automation and advanced manufacturing technologies has driven the use of elastic adhesives in electronic assemblies, consumer goods, and renewable energy components. Collectively, these factors underscore a structural shift in material joining solutions, positioning elastic adhesives as a key enabler of innovation and performance in high-growth end-use industries.

Global Elastic Adhesives Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts volume & revenue growth at the global level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global elastic adhesives market report based on resin, end use, and region:

• Resin Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2033)
• Polyurethane
• Silicone
• SMP
• Other Resins
• End Use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2033)
• Building & Construction
• Industrial
• Automotive & Transportation
• Other End Use
• Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2033)
• North America
• U.S.
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• Germany
• UK
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa

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