Craft Glue Market By Type (PVA-Based Craft Glue, Super Glue, Hot Melt Glue, Epoxy Resin Glue, Spray Adhesives, Glue Sticks); By Application (School Projects, DIY Crafts and Hobbies, Professional Crafting, Packaging and Decoration); By End User (Individuals, Educational Institutions, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)); By Geography, Segment revenue estimation, Forecast, 2024–2032.

The world craft glue market covered USD 3.1 billion in 2023 and is predicted to achieve USD 4.8 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 6.4% in the craft glue market from 2024-2030. This growth is influenced by the demand for identified DIY craft items, the need to embrace green products such as glue, and the use of craft as a therapeutic activity.

 

Craft glue is a versatile adhesive for school projects, home crafts, and arts activities. It bonds quickly to materials like paper, fabric, wood, metal, and plastic. Craft glue is available in liquid, paste, spray, or stick forms, popular among crafters, teachers, and small businesses.

 

Market Drivers

Growing Popularity of DIY Crafting: The increasing trend of the do-it-yourself (DIY) sector has positively impacted the use of craft glue in homes and offices. The art of creating and assembling has emerged as a favored pastime activity among people of all ages due to Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram. A 2023 survey by Hobbycraft shows that 78% of adults in the UK engaged in a crafting activity, and glues are popular among crafters. Example: U.S.-based retailer Michaels Stores sold more glue in 2022; their glue sales increased by 15 %, largely due to DIY home decor projects.

 

Rising Adoption in Schools and Educational Institutions: Schools are one of the most significant customers of craft glue products as it is used in art lessons, projects, and clubs. The focus on practical and creative aspects of development in early years learning has continued to support the need for safe adhesives for children. Example: According to the National Art Education Association [NAEA] survey conducted in 2023, more than 60% of the schools in North America’s elementary segment have reported a raised purchasing budget for craft materials, including glue products.

 

Therapeutic Benefits of Crafting: The art of making items is gaining increasing credit as a stress-busting activity that significantly impacts an individual's mental health. This trend has also increased the demand for craft materials such as glue since they are involved in creative work as a hobby during relaxation. Example: Bundles of cuttings and other essentials such as glue or items promoting anxiety-squelching have seen their sales increase by 20% year-on-year in 2022 on Amazon and other e-commerce sites like Etsy.

 

Market Opportunities

Sustainability Trends in Adhesives: The trend in green and biodegradable products means that manufacturers have adequate chances for expansion. Ecofriendly Ingredients Natural biodegradable craft glue from starch and cellulose is preferred by consumers who are conscious of the environment. Example: In 2023, GlueDots International launched a plant-based glue dot range that is environment-friendly for crafting purposes.

 

Rising E-Commerce Penetration: With advancements in technology in internet sales platforms, craft glue has become more available to the world market. Craft glue is present in every online tutorial for making DIY projects, and all the project kits available on sites like Amazon and Alibaba have increased sales. The data revealed that Craft Glue's e-commerce sales share was 35% in 2023 and 28% in 2020.

 

Emerging Markets in Asia-Pacific: The new middle-class population and progressively rising disposable income within Asian-Pacific states, including India and China, have boosted demand for craft utensils. The higher literacy rate and increased involvement in artistic and hobby-like pursuits fuel this trend even further. Example: The need for glue products increased in 2023, and the Indian stationery and craft market rose by 12%.

 

Market Segmentation

By Type:

• PVA-Based Craft Glue

• Super Glue

• Hot Melt Glue

• Epoxy Resin Glue

• Spray Adhesives

• Glue Sticks

 

By Application:

• School Projects

• DIY Crafts and Hobbies

• Professional Crafting

• Packaging and Decoration

 

By End User:

• Individuals

• Educational Institutions

• Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

 

By Region:

• North America

• Europe

• Asia-Pacific

• Latin America

• Middle East & Africa

 

Segment Analysis

Leading Type Segment: PVA-Based Craft Glue

PVA craft glue is followed by polyvinyl acetate, which will take the highest market share at 40% by 2023, mainly due to factors like versatility, low cost, and suitability for use by children. Example: Of all types of adhesives, PVA glue, Elmer’s Glue-All, is most famous within the United States and is frequently used in schools and households for craft work.

 

Leading Application Segment: School Projects

Application from school projects is the largest and accounted for 45% of the market revenue in 2023, and demand for school projects from educational institutions remained steady. Example: Last year, the European Union’s Erasmus+ program provided more financing for creating arts and crafts, which raised the need for a non-toxic adhesive to protect children.

 

Regional Analysis

North America holds the largest share in the craft glue market and is expected to reach 38% of the global market by 2023 due to increased consumer expenditure on DIY crafts and strong school buying systems. The report estimated that the craft and hobby market in the U.S. in 2023 was USD 50 billion, where adhesives were crucial.  Example: According to the article, Elmer’s Glue received a 20% boost in sales in 2022 because of the crafting craze on social media.

 

Europe generates 30% of ASTE’s total revenue through sales; the arts and crafts industry is growing, as are government education projects. For example, Creativeworld Expo 2023, held in Germany, stated that 10% of the exhibitors provided adhesive solutions to the growing market in the region.

 

The Asia-Pacific region has the highest growth rate at an 8.5 % compounded annual growth rate through 2030. Newly industrialized countries such as China and India also present as bigger consumer markets for craft supplies due to rising disposable incomes and urbanization. Example: India’s National Handicrafts and Handlooms Day observed in 2023: From glue sustainability to promoting local brands for crafting and supporting the environment.

 

Key Players

• Elmer's Products, Inc.

• 3M Company

• Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

• Gorilla Glue Company

• Avery Dennison Corporation

• Bostik (Arkema)

• Loctite (Henkel)

• Aleene’s Craft Glues

• UHU (Bolton Group)

• GlueDots International

 

Future Outlook

The craft glue market is expected to expand at a steady rate in the years to come thanks to ongoing consumer preferences for do-it-yourself activities, enhanced technologies used in the production of such glue, and the growth in spending on education. Other developments in environmentally sounding adhesives and methods through social media sales also promise to extend this market’s growth.

 

The market is forecasted to experience strong growth during the period up to 2030, primarily in new regions, while North America and Europe will retain a high level of importance. This, we believe, would mean a competitive advantage for manufacturers that are sustainability-oriented, use non-toxic materials, and target specialized application sectors.