In 2021, the global non-woven adhesives market size was US$ 2.1 billion. The global non-woven adhesives market is forecast to reach US$ 5.2 billion by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate of 8.5% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030. Non-woven adhesives keep the fibers attached to the non-woven materials. Non-woven adhesives are elastic in nature and possess high cohesive strength and heat resistance. Non-woven adhesives are used in the manufacturing of baby diapers, training pants, sanitary napkins, surgical drapes, adult incontinence products, medical wound care pads, medical dressings, bed pads, and gowns.
Factors driving the market growth
Advancements in healthcare and a growing metropolitan population are driving the market growth. In addition, the increasing urban population and growing demand for hygienic items will fuel the growth of the global nonwoven adhesives market during the study period.
The growing investment in product innovation will propel the nonwoven adhesives market growth. Furthermore, growing industrialization will boost demand for nonwoven adhesives, majorly due to its cheap production costs and waste-reduction features.
Improvements in the healthcare sector will increase the demand for non-woven adhesives.
The increasing aging population is expected to benefit the global non-woven adhesives market. In addition, the rising birth rate, combined with increasing awareness of nonwoven adhesives, will present the lucrative potential for this market growth.
Rising demand for disposable hygiene items is forecast to accelerate the market growth. The demand for high-performance nonwoven adhesives is increasing due to the growing use of disposable hygiene items, including infant diapers, feminine hygiene products, and training trousers. Thus, the global market will grow inevitably.
The high cost of raw materials may hamper the growth of the global non-woven adhesives market.
Regional Analysis
Based on region, Asia-Pacific non-woven adhesives market will grow significantly due to the surging awareness about non-woven adhesives.
In addition, the rising penetration of disposable hygiene products and the ever-growing population will contribute to the market growth.
Furthermore, rising personal disposable income will benefit the regional market during the study period.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis
The emergence of COVID-19 has slowed the non-woven adhesives market growth. The market witnessed a sudden decline in demand for the material. In addition, manufacturing activities also closed down, which hampered market growth. On the contrary, the market is expected to grow due to rising awareness about disposable hygiene items, such as infant diapers, feminine hygiene products, and training trousers. Moreover, as the governments ease lockdown restrictions, the manufacturing activities will begin again. Thus, it will benefit the market during the forecast period.
Competitors in the Market
Market Segmentation
The global non-woven adhesives market segmentation focuses on Technology, Application, and Region.
By Technology
By Application
Non-Woven Adhesives Dynamics
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