The global flexible packaging adhesives market was valued at USD 4.60 billion in 2024 and is forecast to expand at a CAGR of 5.75% from 2025 to 2034, reaching USD 8.05 billion by 2034.

The increasing adoption of flexible packaging in food, medical, and personal care applications is a key driver of growth. Rising consumer preference for eco-friendly packaging materials, combined with innovations in water-based and hot-melt adhesives, is further boosting market demand. Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the fastest-growing region, supported by expanding packaging industries in China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Key Highlights

• Market Value (2024): USD 4.60 billion
• Forecast Market Size (2034): USD 8.05 billion
• CAGR (2025–2034): 5.75%
• Growth Drivers: Growing flexible packaging demand, sustainability trends, healthcare & food sector expansion, and adhesive technology advancements.
• Leading Companies: H.B. Fuller, Henkel, BASF, Bostik, Dow, Evonik, Sika, ExxonMobil Chemical, Avery Dennison, among others.
• Regional Outlook: Asia-Pacific dominates due to strong manufacturing and packaging demand, followed by Europe and North America.

Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, By  Type, 2024 (%)

Reasons:

• Water-Based (38%) – Preferred due to eco-friendliness, compliance with VOC regulations, and growing food packaging applications.
• Solvent-Based (22%) – Still widely used for strong bonding in flexible laminates, but regulatory concerns limit growth.
• Hot Melt (18%) – Popular in fast-curing applications like labeling and quick packaging lines.
• Reactive (17%) – Needed in high-performance packaging where durability and chemical resistance are crucial (e.g., pharma).
• Others (5%) – Niche adhesives (e.g., UV-curable) occupy a smaller share, mostly specialized use cases.

Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, By  Application, 2024 (%)

Reasons:

• Food Packaging (62%) – Dominates due to high consumption of packaged food, convenience trends, and strict safety requirements.
• Medical Packaging (12%) – Growing but smaller share; demand for sterile and tamper-evident packaging in healthcare.
• Cosmetics (14%) – Strong usage in flexible tubes, sachets, and pouches for personal care products.
• Others (12%) – Covers industrial and household packaging, moderate but stable demand.

Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, By  Region, 2024 (%)

Reasons:

• Asia-Pacific (41%) – Leads due to high manufacturing activity, expanding food & beverage industry, and rising e-commerce.
• Europe (24%) – Strong packaging regulations and sustainability initiatives boost adoption of eco-friendly adhesives.
• North America (23%) – Mature market driven by innovation and stringent FDA packaging requirements.
• Latin America (7%) – Growing middle-class consumption and adoption of flexible packaging.
• Middle East & Africa (5%) – Smaller but emerging due to urbanization and rising packaged food demand.

Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Segments

By Type

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

By Application

• Food Packaging
• Medical Packaging
• Cosmetics (Personal Care)
• Others

By Region

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, etc.)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, India, etc.)
• Latin America (Brazil, etc.)
• Middle East & Africa (Turkey, GCC Countries, Africa, etc.)

Key Region : UK, Japan, Canada, Brazil

List of Figures

• Global Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Size (USD Billion), 2024–2034
• Global Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market CAGR (%), 2025–2034
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Type, 2024 (%) – Water-Based (38.0%), Solvent-Based (22.0%), Hot Melt (18.0%), Reactive (17.0%), Others (5.0%)
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Application, 2024 (%) – Food Packaging (62.0%), Medical Packaging (12.0%), Cosmetics (Personal Care) (14.0%), Others (12.0%)
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Region, 2024 (%) – Asia-Pacific (41.0%), Europe (24.0%), North America (23.0%), Latin America (7.0%), Middle East & Africa (5.0%)
• Regional Growth Outlook of Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market, 2025–2034
• Competitive Landscape of Leading Companies – H.B. Fuller, Henkel, BASF, Bostik, Dow, Evonik, Sika, ExxonMobil Chemical, Avery Dennison, Others

List of Tables

• Global Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Snapshot, 2024–2034 (Market Size, CAGR, Forecast Period)
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Size by Year (USD Billion), 2024, 2025, 2031, 2034
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Type, 2024 (%) – Water-Based (38.0%), Solvent-Based (22.0%), Hot Melt (18.0%), Reactive (17.0%), Others (5.0%)
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Application, 2024 (%) – Food Packaging (62.0%), Medical Packaging (12.0%), Cosmetics (Personal Care) (14.0%), Others (12.0%)
• Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market Share, by Region, 2024 (%) – Asia-Pacific (41.0%), Europe (24.0%), North America (23.0%), Latin America (7.0%), Middle East & Africa (5.0%)
• Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities in the Flexible Packaging Adhesives Market
• Company Profiles and Market Positioning of Key Players – H.B. Fuller, Henkel, BASF, Bostik, Dow, Evonik, Sika, ExxonMobil Chemical, Avery Dennison, Others