The scope of our recent study on the "Hot Melt Adhesives Market Size and Forecasts (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis - by Product Type, Type, and Application" includes the factors fueling the hot melt adhesives market growth, revenue estimation, and forecast, market share analysis, and the identification of significant market players and their key developments.

The hot melt adhesives market size was valued at US$ 8.86 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 13.34 billion by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 6.2% from 2025 to 2031.

The increasing demand for hot melt adhesives (HMAs) in the packaging industry is associated with the growing e-commerce industry and the rising consumer preference for packaged goods. E-commerce has transformed the retail sector by offering consumers superior comfort, variety, and speed when purchasing things online. This shift has created a pressing need for packaging solutions that are efficient, durable, and reliable, especially during shipping and handling. The e-commerce industry highly utilizes hot melt adhesives due to their quick bonding capabilities, high adherence to numerous surfaces, and eco-friendliness.

As the volume of shipments increases due to the e-commerce boom, packaging producers seek adhesives that provide secure sealing while maintaining production efficiency. Global trade trends further amplify this demand. For example, Brazil's export activity reflects a surge in commercial flow. According to the data from the Presidency of the Republic (GovBR) in August 2025, Brazil's exports reached US$32.31 billion in July 2025. From January to July, Brazilian exports totaled US$ 198 billion, representing a 0.1% gain in value and a 2% increase in volume over the same period in 2024. During this time, the country's entire commerce flow amounted to US$359 billion, demonstrating the country's strong engagement in global trade. This expansion in international trade drives the need for efficient packaging solutions, especially in industries reliant on high-speed production and secure product delivery.

In terms of type, the hot melt adhesives market is categorized into ethylene vinyl acetate, polyolefins, polyamides, polyurethanes, styrene block copolymers, and others. The ethylene vinyl acetate segment held the largest share of the hot melt adhesives market in 2024. Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) is used in many hot melt adhesives because of its rubber-like flexibility. EVA-based adhesives are flexible enough to resist cracking, especially when exposed to UV light. These adhesives are durable, even in harsh temperatures. EVA-based adhesives do not require the use of water or solvents to achieve their adhesive qualities, which allows them to set quickly and operate effectively throughout a wide temperature range. EVA hot melt adhesives are used in a wide range of industries, including paper, woodworking, and automotive. Most commonly, they are used in the packaging industries due to their quick opening and setting times. This characteristic enables production lines to operate at fast and efficient speeds. These types of adhesives can adhere to waxes, paper, pulp, and various aqueous coatings, which makes them ideal for package labeling, carton sealing, assembly, and paper processing.

In terms of application, the market is segmented into packaging, construction, automotive, furniture, footwear, electronics, and others. The packaging segment held the largest share of the hot melt adhesives market in 2024 and the electronics segment is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2031. The packaging applications of hot melt adhesives mainly include carton or box sealing, bottle labeling, paper bag manufacturing, and bag assembly. Glue sticks, ethylene vinyl acetate-based hot melts, polyurethane hot melt adhesives, and waxes are used in these applications. Hot melt sticks are mainly used for wooden box closing. These adhesives are preferred over water-based adhesives due to shorter set time, better adhesion, and water-resistance. Hot melt adhesives can firmly adhere to all types of materials. They work well on various substrates and resist moisture, making them ideal for food, beverage, and e-commerce packaging.

The hot melt adhesives market is segmented into five main regions-North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. Asia Pacific is estimated to register the fastest CAGR in the global hot melt adhesives market from 2025 to 2031. Various emerging countries in Asia Pacific are witnessing an upsurge in industrialization mainly in the manufacturing, automotive, packaging, and construction industries, which further offers ample opportunities for the key market players in the hot melt adhesive market. Chemicals, textile, pulp & paper, and electronics are among the prime industries in countries such as Australia, Japan, India, China, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, and Indonesia. These industries are highly adopting advanced technologies and processes.

Global Hot Melt Adhesives Market Breakdown - by Region

The report includes the segmentation of the global hot melt adhesives market as follows:

The hot melt adhesives market is segmented into product type, application, and geography. Based on product type, the market is segmented into glue sticks, glue slugs, and others. In terms of type, the hot melt adhesives market is categorized into ethylene vinyl acetate, polyolefins, polyamides, polyurethanes, styrene block copolymers, and others. By application, the hot melt adhesives market is divided into packaging, construction, automotive, furniture, footwear, electronics, and others. The scope of the hot melt adhesives market report focuses on North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, and the Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America).

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