Poland: Market for Prepared Glues And Other Prepared Adhesives 2026
Market Size for Prepared Glues And Other Prepared Adhesives in Poland
In 2025, the Polish market for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives decreased by X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, consumption showed a tangible increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2025, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Production of Prepared Glues And Other Prepared Adhesives in Poland
In value terms, production of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives reached $X in 2025 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. Production of peaked at $X in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2025, production remained at a lower figure.
Exports of Prepared Glues And Other Prepared Adhesives
Exports from Poland
In 2025, approx. X tons of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives were exported from Poland; increasing by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2025 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
In value terms, exports of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives rose remarkably to $X in 2025. In general, exports saw a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2025 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Exports by Country
The Czech Republic (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Lithuania (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives from Poland, together comprising X% of total exports. France, the UK, Kazakhstan, the United States, Romania, the Netherlands, Belgium, Russia, Slovakia and Ukraine lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2025, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives exports from Poland, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Czech Republic ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2025, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Czech Republic (X% per year) and France (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2025, the average export price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2025: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2025 figures, export price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives decreased by X% against 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2025, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2025, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ukraine (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Prepared Glues And Other Prepared Adhesives
Imports into Poland
In 2025, supplies from abroad of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted a tangible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2025, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, imports of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives amounted to $X in 2025. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2025, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2025, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives to Poland, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), fivefold. The Netherlands (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2025, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives to Poland, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2025, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The average import price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives stood at $X per ton in 2025, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the last twelve-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2025, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2025, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2025, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
China constituted the country with the largest volume of consumption of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, comprising approx. 28% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.9% share.
China remains the largest prepared glues and other prepared adhesives producing country worldwide, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, production of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States, with an 8.1% share.
In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives to Poland, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands, with a 7.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.4% share.
In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives exports from Poland, comprising 22% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Czech Republic, with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a 7.5% share.
In 2024, the average export price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives amounted to $4,706 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, export price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives decreased by -3.4% against 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $4,873 per ton in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In 2024, the average import price for prepared glues and other prepared adhesives amounted to $4,202 per ton, reducing by -5.6% against the previous year. Over the last twelve years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 33% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $4,610 per ton. From 2020 to 2024, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
This report provides a comprehensive view of the prepared glues and other prepared adhesives industry in Poland, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the prepared glues and other prepared adhesives landscape in Poland.
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for Poland. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverage
Prodcom 20521080 - Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c.
Country coverage
Poland
Country profile and benchmarks
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for Poland. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links prepared glues and other prepared adhesives demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in Poland.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of prepared glues and other prepared adhesives dynamics in Poland.
FAQ
What is included in the prepared glues and other prepared adhesives market in Poland?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for Poland.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.
1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
LIST OF FIGURES
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Volume Forecast to 2035
Market Value Forecast to 2035
Market Size and Growth, By Product
Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
Exports and Growth, By Product
Export Prices and Growth, By Product
Production Volume and Growth
Exports and Growth
Export Prices and Growth
Market Size and Growth
Per Capita Consumption
Imports and Growth
Import Prices
Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
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