When performance matters, the right adhesive makes all the difference. UPM Adhesive Materials brings decades of formulation expertise, global innovation capabilities and a collaborative approach to solving your toughest adhesive challenges. From strong permanent bonds to clean removability and recyclable solutions, our purposefully engineered adhesives deliver reliable performance across industries and applications. Work with a team that listens, understands your needs and translates them into scalable, high‑performing solutions.
We make adhesives that work for you
Adhesive expertise that works for you
Expertise engineered into every formulation
Expert formulation
Our adhesive experts don't just select products – they create them. With in-house formulation capabilities and deep technical understanding, we design purposeful adhesives tailored to your performance requirements. Whether you need aggressive tack, controlled release or specialized functionality, every formulation is developed with your application in mind.
Global innovation network
Your challenges benefit from a global perspective. Our worldwide network of product development and innovation labs and adhesive specialists brings together diverse expertise, market insight and regulatory understanding. This collaborative network accelerates innovation and connects you with the latest technologies, sustainable solutions and application know-how – wherever you operate.
Proven reliability
Performance you can count on – application after application. Our adhesives deliver consistent results in demanding environments, specialized applications and everyday use. Backed by rigorous testing and real-world validation, we help ensure production efficiency and end-product quality you can rely on.
Innovation that expands your opportunities
Collaborative problem solving
Strong partnerships unlock new possibilities. We listen, collaborate and co‑develop solutions that help you meet market expectations and pursue new opportunities with confidence. Our approach is grounded in real converting needs and driven by continuous learning – giving you a partner who understands how to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s growth.
Sustainable adhesive technology
Adhesives designed for tomorrow’s requirements. Our technology innovations enable recyclability, support the circular economy and enhance resource efficiency – all without compromising performance. We help you meet evolving sustainability expectations while maintaining the adhesion characteristics your application demands.
Application versatility
One partner, countless possibilities. Our comprehensive adhesive portfolio and in-house capabilities span the full performance spectrum. This versatility gives you the freedom to address diverse application needs while working with a single trusted, knowledgeable supplier dedicated to your success.
Innovation today is not about inventing more — it’s about connecting insight, collaboration, and courage to shape solutions that matter. When we combine science with curiosity and purpose, we turn ideas into real impact.
– Tanja Störmer
Vice president, Product Development & Innovations
UPM Adhesive Materials
Meet an expert
Meet Global Manager for Innovation Excellence Sascha Butter, who is helping UPM Adhesive Materials strengthen how it creates value for customers – through tighter collaboration, better data and faster innovation.
Adhesives at work
Formulated to stick during use and release when needed. Wash-off adhesives maintain strong bonds throughout their functional lifecycle, then dissolve cleanly in washing systems without residue or contamination. These water-dispersible adhesives enable efficient material recirculation, support reusable container systems and facilitate recycling by allowing clean separation during standard washing processes.
Designed to hold firmly yet release cleanly. Removable adhesives provide secure fixing that withstands handling and transportation while allowing damage-free removal without residue or surface compromise. From repositionable microsphere technology to peel-and-reseal formulations, these adhesives offer the flexibility applications need when clean removal or reapplication is essential.
Engineered for lasting bonds that endure throughout a product's lifecycle. Permanent adhesives deliver the tack, peel strength and shear resistance needed to withstand environmental stresses – from temperature fluctuations and moisture to physical handling and UV exposure. Whether your application demands room-temperature performance, deep-freeze resistance or high-heat durability, our permanent adhesives maintain secure attachment across diverse substrates and demanding conditions.
What sets UPM Adhesive Materials apart?
- Decades of formulation expertise – Our chemists and engineers bring deep technical knowledge refined through years of solving real-world challenges across industries.
- End-to-end development capabilities – From initial concept through formulation, testing and scale up, we manage the complete development process in-house
- Industry-specific understanding – We speak your language and understand your converting processes, regulatory landscape and market requirements.
- Responsive technical support – Access our global team of adhesive specialists who support you throughout development and production.
- Continuous innovation pipeline – Investment in R&D ensures you benefit from emerging technologies and next-generation adhesive solutions.
- Quality and consistency at scale – Global manufacturing capabilities deliver the same reliable performance whether you need trial quantities or full production volumes.
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