Self Adhesive Labels Market size was valued at $ 50.71 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach $ 82.17 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 5.51% from 2024 to 2032.
Labels that adhere to themselves are one type of label that is applied to packaging. These labels provide all the information that is required to understand the product. Self-adhesive labels have printed information on the surface and are a multi-layered system. Common layers include an adhesive layer, a release liner, and face material. The most popular method of bundling is with self-stick labels. Self-adhesive labels consist of three layers: the face material, a layer of cement, and a discharge liner. The majority of a discharge liner's construction is paper, with one side coated in silicone. Food and drink, pharmaceuticals, consumer durables, home and personal care products, and retail labels are among the industries that frequently use them.
Globally, the transportation and logistics industry is growing at a rapid pace, which is driving market expansion. The market for self-adhesive labels is expanding as a result of stringent government regulations governing food safety in developing countries.
The expanding urban population is driving up demand for self-adhesive labels in products including pharmaceuticals, drinks, FMCGs (fast-moving consumer goods), and consumer durables. The rate of growth in APAC has accelerated due to the demographic shift from rural to urban areas. People will want more branded products as their standards of living grow. Permanent self-adhesive labels are a major component of pharmaceutical packaging. This is because pharmaceutical products have a complex supply chain that is susceptible to theft. Labels for pharmaceutical packaging must follow several guidelines. Pharmaceutical packaging items use self-adhesive labels for several purposes, such as product numbering, anti-counterfeiting, and track and trace. Self-adhesive label usage in the pharmaceutical business is expanding, which is expected to support revenue growth throughout the projected period.
Self-adhesive label manufacturers need to try to supply their clients with a comprehensive solution. Simple labels are usually handled by manufacturers and sent to clients in rolls or sheets. After that, the client is responsible for printing the labels. Advancements in technology have resulted in the development of equipment that can be integrated into the printing phase of the production process of self-adhesive labels. This enables producers to provide a comprehensive solution to customers while boosting profits. One well-known manufacturer of label design software and label management systems, Neat Labels (Slovenia), for instance, developed a single software platform for all printing devices, packaging, and shipping—from primary to tertiary labeling. By doing so, it aimed to significantly reduce operating expenses, enhance supply chain efficiencies, and remove the risk of labeling errors.
Global Self-Adhesive Labels Market, Segmentation
The Self-Adhesive Labels Market is segmented based on adhesive type, Label materials, application, and region.
By Adhesive Type:
The market for self-adhesive labels is dominated by permanent adhesives. As permanent glue is not meant to be removed, it can only be removed with solvents. Permanent adhesive is the most widely used and least expensive type. A permanent label is typically destroyed when it is removed. Permanent adhesive is not recommended for highly curved surfaces, although it can be used to label films, corrugated boards, and non-polar surfaces. The label needs to be durable enough to last the label's entire life as well as the necessary purpose. The most common types of label adhesive materials include acrylic, which is appropriate for durable products where labels must withstand time and repeated handling, and aqueous acrylic, which should only be used in dry environments.
Application:
The market for self-adhesive labels is dominated by the packaging sector. The European organization for self-adhesive labels, FINAT, reports that 75% of the label business is controlled by Western nations. The need for packaging labels on food, cosmetic, and medical products is growing gradually in Eastern European countries, which is causing a significant shift in the self-adhesive label market. In the medical profession, pharmaceutical labels must be properly labeled and have pertinent information displayed on the container. The packaging industry now has to comply with more mandatory regulations, which has led to an increase in demand and market size.
Region:
The market for self-adhesive labels is anticipated to be dominated by the Asia Pacific region. The need for self-adhesive labels is predicted to increase in the upcoming years due to possible growth in end-user industries in Asia Pacific nations like China, Japan, India, and South Korea. Over the projected period, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa are predicted to develop as developing markets due to rising demand for self-adhesive labels in the packaging industry. Consumer spending power has increased recently as a result of growing per capita income in Asia Pacific developing nations. Consumer awareness is rising in emerging nations, and they are seeking out more product details.
Some of The Leading/Active Market Players Are-
- Avery Dennison (US)
- CCL Industries (Canada)
- Multi-Color Corporation (US)
- UPM-Kymmene (Finland)
- Terragene (USA)
- Torraspapel Adestor (Part of Lecta Group) (Italy)
- Fuji Seal International (Japan)
- Lintec (US)
- America Packaging Group (US)
- Etis Slovakia (Europe), and Other Active Players
Key Industry Developments
- In July 2023, The German company Faubel & Co. Nachfolger GmbH, which specializes in producing labels for the pharmaceutical sector, was purchased by CCL Industries.
- In April 2023, the business purchased eAgile Inc., a privately held start-up in the technology sector that offers software and hardware solutions, together with RFID inlays integrated into labels, to the healthcare sector.
- In January 2023, Thermopatch (US), an innovator in heat transfers, industrial laundry labeling, and textile emblems, was acquired by the company, it was reported.
Key Findings of the Study
- Global self-adhesive labels market: $50.71B in 2023, projected to reach $82.17B by 2032, CAGR 5.51% (2024-2032).
- The market is expanding due in large part to the government's strict food safety rules and the transportation and logistics sector's rapid growth.
- Asia Pacific leads market growth, fueled by China, Japan, India, and South Korea.
