Global Insulated Glass Adhesives and Sealants Market - 2023-2030

Global Insulated Glass Adhesives and Sealants Market - 2023-2030

Market Overview

The global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market was worth US$ XX million in 2022 and is estimated to reach US$ XX million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

Adhesives are used to adhere to different materials to form a single substance by binding them together and resisting their separation. The sealants, in contrast, are utilized to block the movement of fluids through openings or joints of a material. It offers excellent enhanced fatigue, corrosion resistance at low cost and impact resistance to the product. Moreover, homogeneous distribution, excellent flexibility and durable nature are the important trends and factors influencing the market confidently. Adhesives have tensile strength and strong shear, making the viable bonding materials for high-pressure situations.

The insulated glass adhesives and sealants are used for bonding insulated glass units. It is used to bond insulated glass to the frame and for glass-to-glass adhesion. The sealants prevent deeper moisture, gas and water penetration inside the room or car. The adhesives and sealants are used to construct insulated doors, glass windows, windshields, and glass roofs, among others. Automotive and construction end-users widely use it.

Market Dynamics

The growing adoption of high-performance adhesives and sealants across various end-user industries is driving the market growth. However, the excess use of insulated glass adhesives and sealants impacts health and restrains the market growth.

Increased consumption of insulated glass adhesives and sealants in the construction industry drives the market growth

Polyurethane is a versatile polymer used in various industrial and consumer products. In the insulated glass market, polyurethane is used as an adhesive and sealant to bond the multiple layers of glass and other materials together in insulated glass units (IGUs). Polyurethane adhesives and sealants offer several benefits for IGUs, including high strength, excellent weather resistance, and good thermal insulation properties. These properties make polyurethane an ideal material for IGUs, commonly used in buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce heating and cooling costs. The increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings is driving the insulated glass market's growth; as a result, the demand for polyurethane adhesives and sealants is also increasing.

The high costs of raw materials may limit market growth in the global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market

The high cost of raw materials used to produce polyurethane adhesives and sealants is a significant factor that may restrain the growth of the global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market. The major raw materials used in producing polyurethane adhesives and sealants are isocyanates and polyalcohols. The materials are relatively expensive, which can increase the cost of producing insulated glass units and make them less competitive with other forms of glazing. The high cost of raw materials can also make it difficult for manufacturers to produce insulated glass units at a competitive price, limiting their ability to expand into new markets and increase their market share. It can also make it difficult for manufacturers to compete with low-cost imports, further limiting the market growth. Furthermore, the high cost of raw materials can also lead to a decrease in the profit margins for manufacturers, making it difficult for them to invest in research and development, marketing and other activities that are essential for the market's growth.

COVID-19 impact analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic unevenly impacted the global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market. Insulated glass adhesives and sealants market growth was affected due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in three different ways: demand, production, supply chain and market disruption. The restrictions in manufacturing units are some factors that decrease the adhesives and sealants market.

The trade restriction, breaking supply chains, government restrictions on manufacturing products and worldwide lockdowns can affect adhesives and sealants demand. Therefore, the production processing factories and packaging were closed. The demand for global insulated glass adhesives and sealants decreased internationally. Therefore, companies were increasingly closed for services. Further, with the government movement restrictions and lockdowns, the development of new products was slowed considerably. It also hampered the ability of chemical companies to respond to supply chains giving much more challenging.

The pandemic will not impact the long-term growth prospects of the global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market since growing automotive and transportation will raise in the coming years. The demand for glass adhesives and sealants remains strong and is expected to grow gradually in the coming years.

Segment Analysis

The global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market is segmented into resin, end-user and region.

The building and construction industry drives demand for insulated glass adhesives and sealants in the market

Due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings, the building and construction end-user segment dominates the global insulated glass adhesive and sealants market. Insulated glass units (IGUs) are used in buildings to improve thermal insulation and reduce energy consumption. Adhesive and sealants are used to seal the edges of IGUs, preventing the entry of air and moisture and improving the overall energy efficiency of the building.

Population growth, urbanization and the increasing focus on energy-efficient buildings drive the building and construction industry. Governments worldwide are implementing policies and regulations to promote energy-efficient building materials, further driving the demand for insulated glass adhesives and sealants.

Additionally, the increasing use of glazed curtain walls, skylights and other fenestration products in commercial and residential buildings is also driving the demand for insulated glass adhesive and sealants. Furthermore, the rise in renovation and retrofitting activities in existing buildings contributes to the market's growth.

Geographical Analysis

Rising construction activities in Asia-Pacific propels the insulated glass adhesive and sealants market to new heights

The Asia-Pacific region is emerging as a dominant market for insulated glass adhesives and sealants due to the rising construction activities in the region. The growing population and urbanization in countries such as China, India and Japan are increasing commercial and residential construction. This, in turn, is driving the demand for energy-efficient building materials such as insulated glass units (IGUs), which require adhesive and sealants for proper installation and insulation.

In addition, the increasing focus on energy-efficient buildings in the region is also driving the demand for insulated glass adhesives and sealants. Governments in the region are implementing policies and regulations to promote energy-efficient building materials, further boosting the market growth. The rising construction activities in the region also lead to the increasing use of glazed curtain walls, skylights and other fenestration products in commercial and residential buildings. The aforementioned fact also contributes to the region's insulated glass adhesive and sealants market growth.

Furthermore, the large-scale infrastructure development projects in the region are also driving the demand for insulated glass adhesives and sealants. The rising number of skyscrapers and shopping malls in the region also fuels the market's growth.

Competitive Landscape

The global insulated glass adhesives and sealants market are competitive due to various automotive services catering to a different application. The major players contributing to growth in the market are Dow Corning, Henkel, Wacker Chemie, Huntsman Corp., Kommerling, The 3M Company, Arbo Holdings, GE Sealants & Adhesives and Sika AG. The major players in the market adopt several growth strategies such as new product launches, gradation of existing products, textiles, collaborations and government tie-ups to contribute to the growth of the global industry.

Dow Corning

Overview:Dow Corning is a global leader in silicones and silicon-based technology, founded in 1943 as a joint venture between The Dow Chemical Company and Corning Incorporated. They offer various products and services for various industries, such as construction, automotive, electronics and personal care. Their products include silicone sealants, coatings, adhesives, lubricants and more. Dow Corning also provides technology solutions in solar energy, semiconductors and biotechnology. They have a global presence, with operations in over 80 countries.

Dow Corning is widely recognized as a leader in the silicone industry, with a strong history of innovation and a commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility. Despite the recent controversies, it continues to grow and evolve, developing new products and technologies to meet the changing needs of its customers. The company’s top product technology includes adhesives and sealants, polyethylene, silicones, silicone-organic hybrids and silanes, amines and chelates, elastomers and plastomers.

Product Portfolio
• DOWSIL 3363 Insulating Glass Sealant: A two-part silicone sealant with high strength designed with high-strength applications in mind, where conventional sealants with lower strength would result in larger joints. In extremely demanding insulating glass applications, such as high wind in tall structures, hurricane loads, cold-bent glass, or high-impact loads like a bomb blast, it permits affordable joint sizes. Smaller joint dimensions may be filled more quickly, which increases production. Its benefit includes low water absorption, non-corrosive cure, fast curing time, excellent extrudability and high design strength.

Key Developments:
• In June 2022, Insulating glass was given an aesthetic and functional enhancement by Dow. Dow is now providing designers and specifiers with the potential to realize an attractive ""one-color-edge"" for insulating glass, a crucial design component in modern glass facades. The DOWSIL Primary and Secondary Sealants, part of this color-matched edge sealant system, provide exceptional performance in gas-filled insulating glass for a consistent appearance and enhanced aesthetics at the glass edge.

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Target Audience 2023
• Polyisobutylene providers
• Polysulfide manufacturers
• Polyurethane manufacturers
• Industry Investors/Investment Bankers
• Education & Research Institutes
• Research Professionals
• Silicone manufacturers
• Acrylic manufactures
• PVC manufactures