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Based on type, the contact adhesives market is segmented as solvent-based, water-based, solvent-free, reactive contact, hot melt. Solvent based held a majority market value of USD 0.9 billion in 2022. Solvent-based contact adhesives provide rapid initial bonding upon contact, making them preferred for applications where quick adhesion is crucial, such as construction and automotive.
Based on substrate, the contact adhesives market is segmented as wood-to-wood, metal-to-metal, plastic-to-plastic, fabric-to-fabric, multi-substrate. Wood to wood box held a dominant market share of around 32% in 2022 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace by 2032. Contact adhesives are preferred for bonding wood in carpentry and furniture making due to their ease of use and ability to create strong bonds in woodworking applications.
Based on application, the contact adhesives market is segmented as construction and building, furniture and woodworking, automotive and transportation, footwear and leather goods, textiles and fabrics, electronics and appliances, packaging, diy and craft, others. Construction and building held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at 5.2% CAGR through 2032. Contact adhesives are used in construction for applications like wall coverings, decorative panels, and bonding materials in both interior and exterior spaces. Thus, the high-quality services and growing usage of Contact adhesives are anticipated to expedite the business growth.
U.S. dominated the North American region with majority market share and a revenue of USD 0.6 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to expand at a significant pace from 2023-2032. North America's ongoing construction and infrastructure projects drive demand for contact adhesives in applications such as wall coverings, flooring, and interior finishing. Thus, the above-mentioned variables would augment the Contact adhesives industry growth in the North America positively.