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U.S. Chemical Industry Riding Wave of Growth

Chemical production volumes continued to improve in 2017, with significant gains expected in 2018 and 2019.

December 20, 2017

Increased output and accelerating growth rates that surpass the previous 20-yr average will help cement the business of American chemistry as a $1 trillion industry within the next five years.

High-Performance Adhesives Market to Rise 6%

The medical segment is expected to be the fastest-growing application segment of the high-performance adhesives market during the forecasted period.

December 18, 2017

The high-performance adhesives market is estimated at $9.77 billion in 2017 and is projected to reach $13.17 billion by 2022.

Increasing Demand Driving Structural Adhesives Market

The demand for structural adhesives has been increasing in applications such as building and construction, bus and truck, automotive, wind energy, marine, rail, aerospace, and others.

December 14, 2017

The global structural adhesives market is projected to reach 2,024.67 kt by 2022.

Low-VOC Adhesive Market to Climb to $55 Billion

The polyurethane adhesives are projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

December 12, 2017

The market size of low-VOC adhesive is projected to grow from $41.58 billion in 2017 to $55.29 billion by 2022.

Exterior Construction Silicone Sealants Market to Grow 5%

The demand for low-volatile-organic compounds and green and sustainable sealants is expected to create growth opportunities for the market globally over the forecast period.

December 11, 2017

The exterior sector of the global construction silicone sealants market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2019 to 2024.

Glass Bonding Adhesives Market to Increase 7%

Electronics and appliances are reportedly estimated to offer lucrative opportunities in the industry over the forecast period.

December 8, 2017

The global glass bonding adhesives market is expected to reach $4.42 billion by 2025.

Top 5 News that Sticks

H.B. Fuller Continues to Dominate the News

For the second consecutive week, news about H.B. Fuller’s LEED® Gold certification received the most reader clicks.

Teresa McPherson

December 4, 2017

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Global Waterproof Tapes Market to Rise Nearly 7%

Based on adhesive, the silicone segment of the waterproof tapes market is reportedly projected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period.

December 1, 2017

The global waterproof tapes market is estimated at $9.96 billion in 2017 and is projected to reach $13.95 billion by 2022.

Chemical Activity Barometer Continues to Rise

In November, three of four broad categories continued their climb from the effects of September’s historic storms.

November 28, 2017

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) recently reported that it notched another solid increase over October’s reading both on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis and an unadjusted basis.

Market Trends

Environmental Coatings Consumption Continues to Rise

Many developed economies are now reportedly using a significant percentage of “green” technologies

November 24, 2017

Global consumption of coatings was 90.4 billion lbs in 2016, valued at $121 billion, according to “Global Paint and Coatings,” a recent report from Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney. A 4% annual rate of growth is forecast through 2021. Volume is reportedly up 54% from the low of the 2009 global recession and 44% from the pre-recession level.