The knife market in Europe is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 2,045.7 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 5.7% is expected of Europe knife market from 2022 to 2030.
The Europe knife market generated a revenue of USD 1,244.0 million in 2021.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2022 to 2030.
In terms of segment, steel was the largest revenue generating material in 2021.
Ceramic is the most lucrative material segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Country-wise, UK is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2022 to 2030.
Europe data book summary
Market revenue in 2021
USD 1,244.0 million
Market revenue in 2030
USD 2,045.7 million
Growth rate
5.7% (CAGR from 2021 to 2030)
Largest segment
Steel
Fastest growing segment
Ceramic
Historical data covered
2017 - 2020
Base year for estimation
2021
Forecast period covered
2022 - 2030
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Steel, Titanium, Ceramic
Key market players worldwide
Stanley Black & Decker, Gerber Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee Tool, Apex Tool Group, Olfa, Hyde Tools, U.S. Blade, Q.E.P. Co Inc, Klein Tools
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, Europe region accounted for 32.7% of the global knife market in 2021.
Globally, Europe is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 1,564.1 million by 2030.
An increase in the number of outdoor activities including camping and hiking that require different kinds of knife is positively impacting the growth of the market in Europe. For instance, according to the Sport Consumer Survey conducted by the European Outdoor Group, in 2021, sport activities, including hiking, were the most prominent activities in Europe that consumers participated in.
In comparison to other materials, stainless steel knives are durable, corrosion resistant, and can maintain it sharpness for longer time. Owing to these properties, stainless steel knives are convenient and economical to use. Folding knives are used for self-defense purposes. Moreover, these knives are carried by many craftsmen, outdoorsmen, and military personnel.
Camping, fishing, and peeling fruits are some of the applications of folding blade knives, which are likely to favor the growth of the segment. Factors such as increasing urbanization as a result of population growth and migration have resulted in the expansion of the residential sector.
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Steel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 60.75% in 2021.
Horizon Databook has segmented the Europe knife market based on steel, titanium, ceramic covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2017 to 2030.
An increase in the number of outdoor activities including camping and hiking that require different kinds of knife is positively impacting the growth of the market in Europe. For instance, according to the Sport Consumer Survey conducted by the European Outdoor Group, in 2021, sport activities, including hiking, were the most prominent activities in Europe that consumers participated in.
In comparison to other materials, stainless steel knives are durable, corrosion resistant, and can maintain it sharpness for longer time. Owing to these properties, stainless steel knives are convenient and economical to use. Folding knives are used for self-defense purposes. Moreover, these knives are carried by many craftsmen, outdoorsmen, and military personnel.
Camping, fishing, and peeling fruits are some of the applications of folding blade knives, which are likely to favor the growth of the segment. Factors such as increasing urbanization as a result of population growth and migration have resulted in the expansion of the residential sector.
Europe Knife Market Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
Steel
Titanium
Ceramic
Others
Europe Knife Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
Folding Blade
Fixed Blade
Side Slide
Europe Knife Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
Kitchen
Survival/Hunting/Adeventure/Tactical
Weapon
Sports
Others
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