Analysis of the Global Adhesives Market

摘要

The second edition of the "Market Study: Adhesives - World" by Ceresana has now been published. According to the analysts, more than 13 million tonnes of adhesives, which are defined as natural, synthetic, liquid, pasty or solid materials which join adherends, are used worldwide every year. A detailed report is given on vinyls, acrylics, polyurethane, elastomers, epoxy and other types of adhesives. The study does not cover sealants, cement, mortar, phenolic and other formaldehyde condensates. The market researchers expect adhesives revenues to rise worldwide by 3.1 % per year until 2022. In 2014, Asia-Pacific generated more than one third of global market value, followed by North America and Western Europe. Eastern Europe ranked fourth at a great distance, followed by the Middle East, Africa and South America.