Adhesives & Sealants

Adhesives & Sealants (SIC 2891) covers manufacturers of hot melts, pressure-sensitive adhesives, epoxies, silicones, polyurethanes, construction sealants, and industrial tapes that bond, waterproof, or insulate substrates in automotive, aerospace, packaging, electronics, medical devices, building materials, and consumer goods. Key customers include OEMs, tiered suppliers, converters, and contractors seeking lighter assemblies, faster curing times, and compliance with LEED and ISO standards. Major risks center on petrochemical feedstock volatility, evolving VOC and PFAS restrictions from EPA and EU REACH, worker-safety mandates under OSHA, and liability tied to product failure in critical joints. In 2024-2025, the sector is leaning into bio-based resins, solvent-free chemistries, smart adhesives for EV batteries and flexible electronics, rapid UV/LED curing lines, and automated dispensing that supports reshoring and tighter quality control. M&A remains active as firms secure specialty polymers and regional capacity. For real-time visibility into disclosures, view live SEC filings on Earnings Feed.

Source: Earnings Feed research · last fetched 11/23/2025