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Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Research Report - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2033)

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Definition and Scope:
Polyamide-based hot melt adhesive is a type of adhesive that is solid at room temperature but melts upon heating, allowing it to be applied as a liquid and solidify upon cooling. This adhesive is commonly used in industries such as packaging, woodworking, automotive, and textiles due to its strong bonding properties, flexibility, and resistance to heat and chemicals. Polyamide-based hot melt adhesive is known for its excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates, including plastics, metals, and fabrics, making it a versatile choice for many applications.
The market for polyamide-based hot melt adhesive is experiencing steady growth due to several market trends and drivers. One of the key trends driving the market is the increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly adhesive solutions. Polyamide-based hot melt adhesives are favored for their low VOC emissions and non-toxic nature, making them a preferred choice for environmentally conscious industries. Additionally, the growing trend towards lightweight and durable materials in industries such as automotive and aerospace is driving the demand for high-performance adhesives like polyamide-based hot melts. Moreover, the expanding packaging industry, particularly in e-commerce and food packaging sectors, is fueling the demand for efficient and reliable bonding solutions, further boosting the market for polyamide-based hot melt adhesives.
The global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive market size was estimated at USD 920.8 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.50% during the forecast period.
This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges.
Report Framework and Key Highlights: Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.
Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market.
Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments.
Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis
Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry.
Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033.
This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for:
Industry players
Investors
Researchers
Consultants
Business strategists
And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive market.
Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights
This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales.
By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment.
Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market: Market Segmentation Analysis
The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.
Key Companies Profiled
Hexcel
DowDuPont
Henkel
Adhesive Technologies
Bostik
Daubert Chemical Company
Ashland
Spiderbond Adhesives
SIPOL
Silverstar Chemical
Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd.
SINO SUNMAN
H.B. Fuller
3M
Jowat
Evonik
Huntsman
Schaetti
Bühnen
Huate Bonding Material
TEX YEAR
XinXin-Adhesive
Market Segmentation by Type
Water Soluble Adhesive
Hot Melt Adhesive
Market Segmentation by Application
Architecture
Packing
Others
Geographic Segmentation North America: United States, Canada, Mexico
Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia.
Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand
South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia.
Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA
Report Framework and Chapter Summary Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition
This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis.
Chapter 2: Executive Summary
This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term.
Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment
This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance.
Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape
This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors.
Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis
These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets.
Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type
This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities.
Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application
This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets.
Chapter 13: Company Profiles
This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy.
Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis
This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem.
Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions
The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports
1.1 Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Definition
1.2 Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Segments
1.2.1 Segment by Type
1.2.2 Segment by Application
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size
2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type
2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application
2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography
3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
3.1 Key Takeway
3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
3.3 Market Drivers
3.4 Market Restraints
3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
4 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Competitive Landscape
4.1 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.3 Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
4.4 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans
4.5 Mergers & Acquisitions
5 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market by Region
5.1 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Region
5.1.1 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Region
5.1.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size Market Share by Region
5.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales by Region
5.2.1 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales by Region
5.2.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales Market Share by Region
6 North America Market Overview
6.1 North America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Country
6.1.1 USA Market Overview
6.1.2 Canada Market Overview
6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview
6.2 North America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Type
6.3 North America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Application
6.4 Top Players in North America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
7 Europe Market Overview
7.1 Europe Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Country
7.1.1 Germany Market Overview
7.1.2 France Market Overview
7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview
7.1.4 Italy Market Overview
7.1.5 Spain Market Overview
7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview
7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview
7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview
7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview
7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview
7.1.11 Russia Market Overview
7.2 Europe Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Type
7.3 Europe Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Application
7.4 Top Players in Europe Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview
8.1 Asia-Pacific Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Country
8.1.1 China Market Overview
8.1.2 Japan Market Overview
8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview
8.1.4 India Market Overview
8.1.5 Australia Market Overview
8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview
8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview
8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview
8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview
8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview
8.1.11 Rest of APAC Market Overview
8.2 Asia-Pacific Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Type
8.3 Asia-Pacific Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Application
8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
9 South America Market Overview
9.1 South America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Country
9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview
9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview
9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview
9.2 South America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Type
9.3 South America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Application
9.4 Top Players in South America Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview
10.1 Middle East and Africa Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Country
10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
10.1.2 UAE Market Overview
10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview
10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview
10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview
10.2 Middle East and Africa Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Type
10.3 Middle East and Africa Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size by Application
10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
11 Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Segmentation by Type
11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
11.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.3 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.4 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Price by Type (2020-2033)
12 Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Segmentation by Application
12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
12.2 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Sales by Application (2020-2033)
12.3 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033)
12.4 Global Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033)
13 Company Profiles
13.1 Hexcel
13.1.1 Hexcel Company Overview
13.1.2 Hexcel Business Overview
13.1.3 Hexcel Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.1.4 Hexcel Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.1.5 Key News
13.2 DowDuPont
13.2.1 DowDuPont Company Overview
13.2.2 DowDuPont Business Overview
13.2.3 DowDuPont Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.2.4 DowDuPont Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.2.5 Key News
13.3 Henkel
13.3.1 Henkel Company Overview
13.3.2 Henkel Business Overview
13.3.3 Henkel Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.3.4 Henkel Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.3.5 Key News
13.4 Adhesive Technologies
13.4.1 Adhesive Technologies Company Overview
13.4.2 Adhesive Technologies Business Overview
13.4.3 Adhesive Technologies Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.4.4 Adhesive Technologies Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.4.5 Key News
13.5 Bostik
13.5.1 Bostik Company Overview
13.5.2 Bostik Business Overview
13.5.3 Bostik Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.5.4 Bostik Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.5.5 Key News
13.6 Daubert Chemical Company
13.6.1 Daubert Chemical Company Company Overview
13.6.2 Daubert Chemical Company Business Overview
13.6.3 Daubert Chemical Company Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.6.4 Daubert Chemical Company Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.6.5 Key News
13.7 Ashland
13.7.1 Ashland Company Overview
13.7.2 Ashland Business Overview
13.7.3 Ashland Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.7.4 Ashland Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.7.5 Key News
13.8 Spiderbond Adhesives
13.8.1 Spiderbond Adhesives Company Overview
13.8.2 Spiderbond Adhesives Business Overview
13.8.3 Spiderbond Adhesives Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.8.4 Spiderbond Adhesives Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.8.5 Key News
13.9 SIPOL
13.9.1 SIPOL Company Overview
13.9.2 SIPOL Business Overview
13.9.3 SIPOL Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.9.4 SIPOL Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.9.5 Key News
13.10 Silverstar Chemical
13.10.1 Silverstar Chemical Company Overview
13.10.2 Silverstar Chemical Business Overview
13.10.3 Silverstar Chemical Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.10.4 Silverstar Chemical Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.10.5 Key News
13.11 Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd.
13.11.1 Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd. Company Overview
13.11.2 Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd. Business Overview
13.11.3 Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd. Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.11.4 Hangzhou Renhe Hot Melt Adhesive Co. Ltd. Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.11.5 Key News
13.12 SINO SUNMAN
13.12.1 SINO SUNMAN Company Overview
13.12.2 SINO SUNMAN Business Overview
13.12.3 SINO SUNMAN Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.12.4 SINO SUNMAN Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.12.5 Key News
13.13 H.B. Fuller
13.13.1 H.B. Fuller Company Overview
13.13.2 H.B. Fuller Business Overview
13.13.3 H.B. Fuller Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.13.4 H.B. Fuller Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.13.5 Key News
13.14 3M
13.14.1 3M Company Overview
13.14.2 3M Business Overview
13.14.3 3M Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.14.4 3M Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.14.5 Key News
13.15 Jowat
13.15.1 Jowat Company Overview
13.15.2 Jowat Business Overview
13.15.3 Jowat Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.15.4 Jowat Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.15.5 Key News
13.16 Evonik
13.16.1 Evonik Company Overview
13.16.2 Evonik Business Overview
13.16.3 Evonik Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.16.4 Evonik Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.16.5 Key News
13.17 Huntsman
13.17.1 Huntsman Company Overview
13.17.2 Huntsman Business Overview
13.17.3 Huntsman Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.17.4 Huntsman Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.17.5 Key News
13.18 Schaetti
13.18.1 Schaetti Company Overview
13.18.2 Schaetti Business Overview
13.18.3 Schaetti Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.18.4 Schaetti Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.18.5 Key News
13.19 Bühnen
13.19.1 Bühnen Company Overview
13.19.2 Bühnen Business Overview
13.19.3 Bühnen Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.19.4 Bühnen Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.19.5 Key News
13.20 Huate Bonding Material
13.20.1 Huate Bonding Material Company Overview
13.20.2 Huate Bonding Material Business Overview
13.20.3 Huate Bonding Material Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.20.4 Huate Bonding Material Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.20.5 Key News
13.21 TEX YEAR
13.21.1 TEX YEAR Company Overview
13.21.2 TEX YEAR Business Overview
13.21.3 TEX YEAR Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.21.4 TEX YEAR Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.21.5 Key News
13.22 XinXin-Adhesive
13.22.1 XinXin-Adhesive Company Overview
13.22.2 XinXin-Adhesive Business Overview
13.22.3 XinXin-Adhesive Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Major Product Offerings
13.22.4 XinXin-Adhesive Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Sales and Revenue fromPolyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive (2020-2025)
13.22.5 Key News
13.22.6 Key News
14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
14.1 Key Takeway
14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
14.3 Market Drivers
14.4 Market Restraints
14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
14.7 PEST Analysis of Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Market
15 Analysis of the Polyamide Based Hot Melt Adhesive Industry Chain
15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain
15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis
15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis
15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis
15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis
15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis
15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details
15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis
16 Conclusion
17 Appendix
17.1 Methodology
17.2 Research Process and Data Source
17.3 Disclaimer
17.4 Note
17.5 Examples of Clients
17.6 Disclaimer
Research Methodology
The research methodology employed in this study follows a structured, four-stage process designed to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and relevance of all data and insights presented. The process begins with Information Procurement, wherein data is collected from a wide range of primary and secondary sources. This is followed by Information Analysis, during which the collected data is systematically mapped, discrepancies across sources are examined, and consistency is established through cross-validation.


Subsequently, the Market Formulation phase involves placing verified data points into an appropriate market context to generate meaningful conclusions. This step integrates analyst interpretation and expert heuristics to refine findings and ensure applicability. Finally, all conclusions undergo a rigorous Validation and Publishing process, where each data point is re-evaluated before inclusion in the final deliverable. The methodology emphasizes bidirectional flow and reversibility between key stages to maintain flexibility and reinforce the integrity of the analysis.
Research Process
The market research process follows a structured and iterative methodology designed to ensure accuracy, depth, and reliability. It begins with scope definition and research design, where the research objectives are clearly outlined based on client requirements, emerging market trends, and initial exploratory insights. This phase provides strategic direction for all subsequent stages of the research.
Data collection is then conducted through both secondary and primary research. Secondary research involves analyzing publicly available and paid sources such as company filings, industry journals, and government databases to build foundational knowledge. This is followed by primary research, which includes direct interviews and surveys with key industry stakeholders—such as manufacturers, distributors, and end users—to gather firsthand insights and address data gaps identified earlier. Techniques included CATI (Computer-Assisted Telephonic Interviewing), CAWI (Computer-Assisted Web Interviewing), CAVI (Computer-Assisted Video Interviewing via platforms like Zoom and WebEx), and CASI (Computer-Assisted Self Interviewing via email or LinkedIn).