Market overview
The global sealants market is worth USD 14.7 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 24.4 bn by 2036, growing at a 5.2% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Silicone is the largest by resin segment.
| Scope | Elastic materials applied to seal joints and gaps against air, water and dust, in silicone, polyurethane, acrylic, polysulfide, butyl and other chemistries for construction, automotive and industry. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 14.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 14.7 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 24.4 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.2% |
| Volume 2026 | 4,583,333 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 7,026,411 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 3,207 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Sealants market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 14.7 bn |
| 2027 | USD 15.5 bn |
| 2028 | USD 16.3 bn |
| 2029 | USD 17.1 bn |
| 2030 | USD 18.0 bn |
| 2031 | USD 18.9 bn |
| 2032 | USD 19.9 bn |
| 2033 | USD 21.0 bn |
| 2034 | USD 22.1 bn |
| 2035 | USD 23.2 bn |
| 2036 | USD 24.4 bn |
Sealants market segmentation
By resin
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silicone | 32.0% | 32.4% | USD 4.7 bn | 5.3% |
| Polyurethane | 25.0% | 25.3% | USD 3.7 bn | 5.3% |
| Acrylic | 18.0% | 16.6% | USD 2.6 bn | 4.3% |
| Polysulfide and butyl | 9.0% | 7.9% | USD 1.3 bn | 3.8% |
| Hybrid and MS polymer | 10.0% | 12.8% | USD 1.5 bn | 7.8% |
| Other resins | 6.0% | 5.0% | USD 882 mn | 3.3% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building and construction | 52.0% | 51.4% | USD 7.6 bn | 5.1% |
| Automotive and transport | 16.0% | 15.8% | USD 2.4 bn | 5.1% |
| Industrial and electronics | 14.0% | 15.2% | USD 2.1 bn | 6.1% |
| Aerospace and marine | 7.0% | 7.3% | USD 1.0 bn | 5.6% |
| Consumer and DIY | 11.0% | 10.4% | USD 1.6 bn | 4.6% |
By packaging
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartridges | 44.0% | 42.0% | USD 6.5 bn | 4.7% |
| Sausages and foil packs | 18.0% | 18.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 5.2% |
| Pails and drums | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 5.2% |
| Aerosols and tubes | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 6.3% |
By cure mechanism
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture curing | 44.0% | 42.0% | USD 6.5 bn | 4.7% |
| Two-component | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 5.9% |
| Solvent evaporation | 18.0% | 15.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 3.3% |
| UV and other | 12.0% | 14.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 6.8% |
| Pressure-sensitive | 12.0% | 14.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 6.8% |
By sales channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct industrial supply | 36.0% | 34.0% | USD 5.3 bn | 4.6% |
| Distributors and dealers | 32.0% | 30.0% | USD 4.7 bn | 4.5% |
| Retail and DIY | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 5.2% |
| Online | 12.0% | 16.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 8.3% |
Top 25 countries for sealants by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 77.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 92.6%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 3.5 bn | 24.0% | USD 6.2 bn | 5.8% |
| 2 | United States | USD 2.6 bn | 18.0% | USD 4.0 bn | 4.3% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 1.0 bn | 7.0% | USD 1.5 bn | 3.8% |
| 4 | India | USD 882 mn | 6.0% | USD 2.0 bn | 8.8% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 735 mn | 5.0% | USD 1.0 bn | 3.4% |
| 6 | France | USD 588 mn | 4.0% | USD 854 mn | 3.8% |
| 7 | United Kingdom | USD 588 mn | 4.0% | USD 854 mn | 3.8% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 441 mn | 3.0% | USD 732 mn | 5.2% |
| 9 | South Korea | USD 441 mn | 3.0% | USD 708 mn | 4.8% |
| 10 | Italy | USD 441 mn | 3.0% | USD 635 mn | 3.7% |
| 11 | Mexico | USD 323 mn | 2.2% | USD 554 mn | 5.5% |
| 12 | Canada | USD 285 mn | 1.9% | USD 488 mn | 5.5% |
| 13 | Spain | USD 250 mn | 1.7% | USD 430 mn | 5.6% |
| 14 | Turkey | USD 220 mn | 1.5% | USD 378 mn | 5.5% |
| 15 | Russia | USD 194 mn | 1.3% | USD 332 mn | 5.5% |
| 16 | Netherlands | USD 171 mn | 1.2% | USD 293 mn | 5.6% |
| 17 | Poland | USD 150 mn | 1.0% | USD 256 mn | 5.5% |
| 18 | Indonesia | USD 132 mn | 0.9% | USD 244 mn | 6.3% |
| 19 | Vietnam | USD 116 mn | 0.8% | USD 215 mn | 6.3% |
| 20 | Saudi Arabia | USD 103 mn | 0.7% | USD 188 mn | 6.2% |
| 21 | Thailand | USD 90 mn | 0.6% | USD 154 mn | 5.5% |
| 22 | Australia | USD 79 mn | 0.5% | USD 137 mn | 5.6% |
| 23 | Taiwan | USD 69 mn | 0.5% | USD 120 mn | 5.6% |
| 24 | Egypt | USD 62 mn | 0.4% | USD 112 mn | 6.2% |
| 25 | Belgium | USD 54 mn | 0.4% | USD 93 mn | 5.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 1.1 bn | 7.4% | USD 1.8 bn | 5.3% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Sika
- Henkel
- 3M
- Dow
- Wacker Chemie
- H.B. Fuller
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Soudal
- Bostik
- Momentive Performance Materials
- Shin-Etsu Chemical
- RPM International
- PPG Industries
- Tremco
- Konishi
- Sunstar Engineering
- Guangzhou Baiyun Chemical
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Selena Group
- Pecora Corporation
- Mapei
- Fosroc
- DAP Products
- Red Devil
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the sealants market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 5.2% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by resin, by end use, by packaging, by cure mechanism, by sales channel. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the sealants market?
The global sealants market is estimated at USD 14.0 bn in 2025 and USD 14.7 bn in 2026.
How fast will the sealants market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 24.4 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% from 2026, an increase of USD 9.7 bn.
Which country is the largest market for sealants?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 3.5 bn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 49.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 8.8% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which sealants segment is largest?
In the by resin split, Silicone is the largest segment with 32.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading sealants companies?
Global leaders include Sika, Henkel, 3M, Dow.
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