Non-Woven Adhesives Market Research Report: By Type (Amorphous Poly Alpha Olefin, Styrenic Block Copolymer, Ethylene Vinyl Acetate), Application (Baby Care, Feminine Hygiene, Adult Incontinence, Medical) - Global Industry Insights and Growth Forecast to 2030

Market Overview

The global non-woven adhesives market generated around $2.0 billion in 2020, and it would show significant growth during the forecast period (2021–2030). Some of the major factors responsible for the growth are the increasing usage of non-woven adhesives in baby care, feminine hygiene, and adult incontinence applications, rising awareness on high-quality products, and growing demand for these adhesives in the textile industry.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns led to partial or complete factory closures across the globe. Due to the pandemic, the global economy entered a recession because of the closure of international borders as a means to prevent the spread of this disease. However, the demand for non-woven adhesives increased due to their application in the healthcare and personal care industries, which are booming currently.

Due to Exceptional Processability, Amorphous Poly Alpha Olefin (APAO) Category Held Largest Share in the Market

In 2020, the APAO category accounted for the major share in the non-woven adhesives market, based on type. This category is also expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. This can be credited to the exceptional processability of APAO, which makes it compatible with all spray and slot application systems. Additionally, it is cost-effective and offers better resistance against acid and solvents, such as the lubricants and greases used in industrial machineries.

Owning to Rising Infant Population, Baby Care Category is Expected to be Fastest Growing

The baby care category is expected to be the fastest-growing category during the forecast period in the non-woven adhesives market. This can be attributed to the rising infant population, along with the increasing awareness on baby hygiene globally.

Asia-Pacific (APAC) To Lead the Market till 2030

APAC held the largest share in the non-woven adhesives market in 2020, and it would continue to dominate the market in the upcoming years. This can be ascribed to the increasing demand for non-woven adhesives in emerging economies, including China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Taiwan, and rising standards of living here.

Technological Advancements Are Key Trend

Demographics and purchasing power drive the worldwide hygiene products market. From baby diapers and to the products used for feminine hygiene to adult incontinence, the hygiene sector is primarily driven by the purchasing power of people. Further, high performance and increased sustainability are behind the evolution in the hygiene industry. Product innovation in the hygiene sector has resulted in less waste, improved bodily fluid absorption capabilities, thinner cores, and more comfort. As a result, the technical advancement in the composition of the adhesives used on non-woven materials is boosting the market.

Increasing Product Demand in Healthcare Industry Driving the Market

In 2018, the global healthcare business was valued at $8.5 trillion, and global healthcare spending is predicted to exceed $10 trillion by 2022. This has resulted in an increase in the demand for non-woven adhesives because of their high absorption, safe and secure fixation, sterile dressing that reduces the risk of contamination, and as well as holistic wound protection. Thus, the demand for non-woven adhesives is increasing in the healthcare industry, which would boost the market globally.

Rising Aging Population Is Boosting Market Growth

The rising life expectancy has resulted in an increase in the global aging population. This is leading to an increased need for non-woven hygienic adhesives for adult diapers, particularly in developed countries, such as the United States, Japan, and Western European countries. In these nations, the market for adult diapers is larger than the market for infant diapers. Thus, the increasing aging population leads to the growth of the market for non-woven adhesives.

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Market Players Are Involved in Product Launches to Gain Significant Position

Some of the major players operating in the global non-woven adhesives market are Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, H.B. Fuller Company, Arkema S.A., Moresco Corporation, Beardow Adams (Adhesives) Ltd., Lohmann-Koester GmbH & Co. KG, ADTEK Malaysia Sdn Bhd., Savare Specialty Adhesives LLC, Cattie Adhesive Solutions LLC, and Palmetto Adhesives Company Inc.

In recent years, market players have launched new products in order to gain a better position.

• In August 2020, H.B. Fuller Company launched an elastic adhesive, known as Full-Care 8220. It offers many benefits, such as high productivity, reduced downtime for hygiene product manufacturers, robust shear strength for high-stress tear, tab, and insert attachment applications, and good processability across various machine types.

Key Players in Non-Woven Adhesives Industry Include:

Market Size Breakdown by Segments

The non-woven adhesives market report offers comprehensive market segmentation analysis along with market estimation for the period 2015-2030.

Based on Type

• Amorphous Poly Alpha Olefin (APAO)
• Styrenic Block Copolymer (SBC)
• Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA)

Based on Application

• Baby Care
• Feminine Hygiene
• Adult Incontinence
• Medical

Geographical Analysis

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Italy
  • Spain
• Asia-Pacific (APAC)
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• Latin America (LATAM)
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
• Middle East and Africa (MEA)
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa