SAUDI ARABIA ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS MARKET

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market size reached USD 1,030 million in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 1,545 million in 2032 and the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2025-2032 primarily driven by the growing construction activities and rapid city development.

Major Market Drivers and Emerging Trends

The market growth is largely fueled by strong construction activities across the country spurred by rapid urbanization as the country ranks among major construction markets on a global scale. The government has extensive plans to develop the social infrastructure in the country. Both private and public investments across various sectors are also projected to boost commercial construction activities which further increases the need for sealants and adhesives.

The government has launched several major construction initiatives including the visionary Neom mega city project and the Red Sea. The government has also set ambitious goals to increase the pilgrims visits to Makkah and Medina annually and has unveiled the Al Faisaliah project which is a large residential city established on the Red Sea coast. It is estimated to offer 995,000 homes and house 6.5 million residents in 2050 which drives an increase in need for adhesives throughout the country.

The other factor supporting Saudi Arabia adhesives and sealants market size growth is the growing automotive industry in the country. The automotive market in Saudi Arabia is mainly based on imports given its limited vehicle manufacturing capacity. In an effort to boost its non oil economy, the country has encouraged the development of automotive manufacturing units over the last ten years. The GAFTA agreement grants Saudi Arabia trading privileges with 17 countries within the Africa and Middle East regions which results in sales growth. The private sector has capitalized on oil’s raw material benefit by investing in downstream industries and launching the production of adhesives and paints among others. These factors are expected to boost automobile production in the years ahead which further fuels market growth.

Based on technology, the water based segment dominates the market. With increasing need from construction and furniture sectors, water based solution is forecast to hold the largest revenue share and lead the segment in the near future. Improved efficiency and cost reductions are two other factors contributing to the rising need for water based technology in the market. The hot melt segment is also poised for rapid expansion with hot melt polyester adhesives have become increasingly popular in the fabrics and textiles sector in recent years. The reactive and other segment brings additional advantages including quicker manufacturing cycles owing to shorter setting times and excellent adhesion to diverse substrates.

Based on product, acrylic leads the market owing to its exceptional adhesion and cohesion capabilities which makes it among the best in the industry. They come in various cure times and viscosities with numerous special properties. Acrylics are utilized in various applications from general manufacturing to construction including countertop fabrication.

Based on application, the paper and packaging together with building & construction sectors dominates Saudi Arabia adhesives and sealants market owing to a rise in demand for packaging and surge in construction activities. The rising need for quick and convenient packaged items is driven by busier lifestyles and higher spending power in the country. In the highly competitive FMCG sector, businesses must focus on appealing packaging and innovate to distinguish their brand and stay relevant. The growing preference for paper and plastic packaging among manufacturers and consumers is anticipated to boost the use of adhesives required for it.

The building & construction segment is also experiencing notable growth with the residential construction sector being fueled by population growth and rapid urbanization. This has led to a rise in the requirement for permanent housing that in turn is driving the need for adhesives and sealants. These are integral to various construction applications like tiling and wallpaper installation.

Top Market Players

Various notable players operating in the market, include Fafa Adhesive Labeling Industry, 3M Company, Sika AG, SAVETO, SAAF Technologies Co. Ltd, POLYWED Construction Chemicals, VALVE SERVE, Technozoneksa, Nordson Corporation, DowDuPont, Henkel AG, Bostik, KGaA, 3M Saudi Arabia among others.

Key Developments:

• • In 2024, Henkel reached an important sustainability achievement by ensuring that all its manufacturing facilities in the MEA region including those in Saudi Arabia are entirely powered by renewable electricity.
  • In 2022, Arkema acquired performance adhesives business of Ashland Inc. to strengthen their Adhesive Solutions portfolio.
  • In 2020, WACKER expanded its silicone sealants portfolio by launching renewables-based silicone sealant to cater the increasing demand.

Segments covered in the Report:

The Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market has been segmented on the basis of Adhesives Technology, Adhesives Product, Adhesives Application, Sealants Product, and Sealants Application. Based on the Adhesives Technology, the market is segmented into Water Based, Solvent Based, Hot Melt, and Reactive & Others. Based on the Adhesives Product, the market is segmented into Acrylic, PVA, Polyurethanes, Styrenic Block, Epoxy, EVA, and Others. Based on the Adhesives Application, the market is segmented into Paper & Packaging, Consumer & DIY, Building & Construction, Furniture & Woodworking, Footwear & Leather, Automotive & Transportation, Medical, and Others. Based on the Sealants Product, the market is segmented into Silicones, Polyurethanes, Acrylic, Polyvinyl Acetate, and Others. Based on the Sealants Application, the market is segmented into Construction, Automotive, Packaging, Assembly, Consumers, and Others.

Market Segmentation

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market by Adhesives Technology

• • Water Based
  • Solvent Based
  • Hot Melt
  • Reactive & Others

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market by Adhesives Product

• • Acrylic
  • PVA
  • Polyurethanes
  • Styrenic block
  • Epoxy
  • EVA
  • Others Product

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market by Adhesives Application

• • Paper & packaging
  • Consumer & DIY
  • Building & construction
  • Furniture & woodworking
  • Footwear & leather
  • Automotive & transportation
  • Medical
  • Others Application

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market by Sealants Product

• • Silicones
  • Polyurethanes
  • Acrylic
  • Polyvinyl acetate
  • Others Product

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market by Sealants Application

• • Construction
  • Automotive
  • Packaging
  • Assembly
  • Consumers
  • Others Application

Saudi Arabia Adhesives and Sealants Market Leading market players (Option: Free 25% Customization – Profiles of 5 Additional Companies of your Choice)

• • Fafa Adhesive Labeling Industry
  • 3M Company
  • Sika AG
  • SAVETO
  • SAAF Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • POLYWED Construction Chemicals
  • VALVE SERVE
  • Technozoneksa
  • Nordson Corporation
  • DowDuPont
  • Henkel AG
  • Bostik
  • KGaA
  • 3M Saudi Arabia