South Korea Sealants Market Size

South Korea Sealants Market Analysis

The South Korea Sealants Market size is estimated at 244.93 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 295.71 million USD by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 4.82% during the forecast period (2024-2028).

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244.93 Million

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

295.71 Million

Market Size in 2028 (USD)

1.76 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

4.82 %

CAGR (2024-2028)

Largest Market by End-user Industry

27.82 %

value share, Building and Construction, 2023

In South Korea, building and construction is the dominant end-user industry owing to its wide range of sealant applications, including joint sealing, weatherproofing, glazing, and façade.

Fastest Growing Market by End-user Industry

5.86 %

Projected CAGR, Aerospace, 2024-2028

The aerospace industry is expected to witness the fastest growth owing to the rapid expansion of general aviation in the domestic market.

Largest Market by Resin

48.08 %

value share, Silicone, 2023

Silicone sealant is the major resin-based sealant and accounts for the largest application share in the building and construction industry for both interior and exterior applications.

Fastest Growing Market by Resin

4.84 %

Projected CAGR, Silicone, 2024-2028

Due to their sheer strength and high-impact resistance abilities, silicone sealants are mostly used in construction applications. They are expected to register the fastest growth over the coming years.

Leading Market Player

20.90 %

market share, KCC SILICONE CORPORATION, 2021

KCC Corporation is the leading sealants manufacturer in Japan due to the popularity of its products, mostly in the building and construction industry.

Emerging healthcare industry and rising demand for advanced medical equipment are expected to boost the consumption of sealants in South Korea

South Korea Sealants Industry Segmentation

Aerospace, Automotive, Building and Construction, Healthcare are covered as segments by End User Industry. Acrylic, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Silicone are covered as segments by Resin.

• The other end-user industries segment is anticipated to account for the highest market share in terms of value and volume in the South Korean sealants market over the forecast period, of which electronics and electrical equipment will hold the highest share. Various sealants are used in electrical equipment for potting and protecting applications. They are used for sealing sensors and cables, etc. South Korea registered nearly 4% of the revenue share in 2020 in the global electronics market and is likely to experience sustainable growth over the coming years owing to the increasing imports of electrical goods and components.
• The construction industry accounts for the second highest share among the end-user industry segment of the South Korean sealants market as it is one of the fastest-growing industries in South Korea. Diverse applications of sealants in building and construction activities, such as waterproofing, weather-sealing, cracks-sealing, and joint-sealing, are expected to augment the industry size. Construction sealants are designed for longevity and ease of application on different substrates. The South Korean construction sector registered 223 thousand construction permits in 2020 and this growth is likely to continue over the coming years.
• Sealants are used in wide-ranging applications in the automotive and healthcare industry owing to their extensive bonding to various substrates, such as glass, metal, plastic, and painted surfaces, and their features such as extreme weather resistance, durability, and long-lasting. South Korea has a strong presence of parts and components manufacturers for automotive and medical devices, which is likely to boost the demand for sealants over the coming years.