Natural Adhesives & Sealants: United States

This report forecasts US natural adhesive and sealant demand in pounds to 2019. Total demand is segmented by product in terms of dextrins, unmodified starch, animal glues, other proteins, cellulosics, and other products.

To illustrate historical trends, total demand is provided in an annual series from 2004 to 2014; the various segments are reported at five-year intervals for 2009 and 2014. A Market Environment section provides pertinent background on historical market size and trends, key economic indicators, trends in the packaging and construction sectors, and competitive materials and technology. A Segmentation and Forecasts section defines products, discusses market drivers and constraints, identifies substitute products when applicable, and assesses the impact of key drivers and constraints on each product segment over the forecast period.

Further analysis includes an Industry Structure section, which surveys the supply base and profiles the leading firms competing to serve US demand. A one-page, introductory Highlights section summarizes key findings from this 21-page report, and a Resources section lists contributing sources as well as resources available for further research.