Release Liners Market

The release liners market size is projected to grow from USD 12.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 15.4 Billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 4.0%. The global release liner market is anticipated to witness substantial growth during the forecast period. This growth is because of the growing packaging sector, fueled via the increase in e-commerce and retail actions. Increasing demand for the convenient and protective packaging answers necessitates the usage of release liners, which might be crucial in production of adhesive tapes, labels, and numerous protective films. Additionally, the healthcare and hygiene industries’ ongoing growth is fueling demand for release liners in medical applications, such as wound care and diagnostic products. Furthermore, advancement in the automotive and electronics industries, in which release liners are utilized for protective films and adhesive bonding, propel market growth. Innovations in release liner technology, including the development of more sustainable and high-performance materials, also contribute to market growth by meeting evolving industry needs and regulatory standards. The cumulative impact of these factors is a robust growth trajectory for the global release liner market, by increased demand across multiple sectors and continuous technological advancements.

Release Liners Companies

The key market players are The Sodium hydroxide market comprises key manufacturers such as are 3M (US), Mondi (Austria), Ahlstrom (Finland), Loparex (US), LINTEC Corporation (Japan), Sappi (South Africa), Polyplex Corporation Ltd. (India), Gascogne (France), UPM (Finland), and Avery Dennison Corporation (US) among others. These players have adopted various strategies, such as merger & acquisition, investment & expansion, new product launch, and contract & agreement between 2019 and 2024, to enhance their market shares and expand their global presence.

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3M, founded in 1902 and headquartered in Minnesota, US, is a technology company that manufactures various industrial, safety, and consumer products. 3M operates through several segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, Consumer, and Corporate and Unallocated. The company provides release liner products to various end-use industries such as automotive, commercial solutions, electronics, manufacturing, and transportation. Additionally, it serves the general industrial, metalworking, medical, hygiene, and packaging & paper sectors.

3M is a major producer of Release liners. The company offers release liners, offering a diverse array of products that include paper, poly-coated paper, polyester film, and HDPE film substrates. These release liners are available with silicone release coatings on one or both sides of the substrates. Geographically, 3M divides its operations into three segments: Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Middle East, and Africa. As of December 2022, 3M has 61 manufacturing facilities across 29 states in the US. Internationally, it operates 83 manufacturing and converting facilities in 28 countries. In FY2023, the Americas contributed 53.8% of the company’s total revenue, followed by the Asia Pacific with 28.9%, and Europe, the Middle East, and Africa with 17.3%.

Mondi, is a holding company that manufactures and distributes packaging and paper products. It operates through the Corrugated Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Uncoated Fine Paper, and corporate segments. The corrugated packaging segment focuses on producing containerboard and corrugated solutions, while the flexible packaging segment includes kraft paper, paper bags, and flexible consumer operations. This segment also manufactures and supplies release liners for applications such as envelopes, fiber composites, graphic art, medical, and tapes.

The company serves various industries, including agriculture, automotive, chemical, building and construction, food and beverages, home and personal care, medical and pharmaceutical, packaging and paper converting, retail, and shipping and transport. The Uncoated Fine Paper segment is responsible for managing forests and manufacturing pulp, along with uncoated fine paper, which is then converted into office papers and professional printing papers sold in folio form or large reels. Mondi employs 22,000 people across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries, with key operations in Europe, North America, and Africa.

 Loparex is a leading global producer of specialty paper and film release liners for packaging, labels, graphics, etc. The company is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to quality, offering both paper-based and film-based release liners. These liners can be customized with different silicone coating systems, curing methods, and base materials, making them suitable for healthcare, industrial adhesives, automotive, electronics, and other applications.

The company is also advancing sustainability by developing biodegradable and recyclable release liners in response to global trends and regulatory efforts to reduce waste. With strong R&D capabilities, Loparex continually improves its products and explores new materials to stay at the forefront of the release liner industry. With 11 strategically located sites across North America, Europe, and Asia, Loparex effectively supports local supply strategies while maintaining a global presence

• On October 2023, LINTEC Corporation acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of PT Multiyasa Swadaya, an Indonesian company. This acquisition is a strategic move by Lintec to strengthen its presence in the Southeast Asian market, particularly in Indonesia, where the demand for adhesive products is growing due to the expansion of the automotive, electronics, and packaging industries.
• On October 2023, UPM Specialty Papers and Lohmann partnered to address challenges in paper liner recycling in the tape industry. The partnership is a concerted effort to enhance sustainability practices within the sector by promoting circular economy principles.
• On April 2023, Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials launched the AD XeroLinr DT—a new FSC-certified, phenol-free direct thermal (DT) linerless solution. This innovative product enhances productivity, minimizes waste, and supports sustainability efforts.
• On May 2022, Avery Dennison, a global leader in materials science and manufacturing, has announced plans to invest over USD 65.63 million in expanding its capacity and enhancing manufacturing efficiency in Champ-sur-Drac, France. The investment was made to meet the growing demand for its products and improve operational efficiency across its European operations.

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