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North America Knife Market Size & Outlook, 2021-2030

The knife market in North America is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 1,718.7 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 6.3% is expected of North America knife market from 2022 to 2030.
Revenue, 2021 (US$M)
$995.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$1,718.7
CAGR, 2022 - 2030
6.3%
Report Coverage
North America

North America knife market highlights

  • The North America knife market generated a revenue of USD 995.3 million in 2021.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% 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, Mexico is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2022 to 2030.


North America data book summary

Market revenue in 2021USD 995.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 1,718.7 million
Growth rate6.3% (CAGR from 2021 to 2030)
Largest segmentSteel
Fastest growing segmentCeramic
Historical data covered2017 - 2020
Base year for estimation2021
Forecast period covered2022 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationSteel, Titanium, Ceramic
Key market players worldwideStanley 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, North America region accounted for 26.1% 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.

The increasing demand for stylish, sleek, and comfortable knives is fueling the growth of the market. There has been a rising preference for knives made from steel as these are easy to handle for various applications, including kitchen, sporting, and adventure. This trend will continue to drive innovation and new product development among players, thereby fueling the market growth. 

High-carbon stainless-steel knives are tougher and more durable, making them reliable for outdoor applications like adventures and camping. Additionally, knives made from stainless steel are low maintenance and are not sensitive to external factors such as acids. This characteristic is likely to drive the segment growth.

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Knife Market Companies

NameProfile# EmployeesHQWebsite
Stanley Black & DeckerView profile 50,5001000 Stanley Drive, New Britain, CT, United States, 06053www.stanleyblackanddecker.com
Gerber Life Insurance CompanyView profile 251-500Fremont, Missouri, United States, North Americagerberlife.com
Q.E.P. Co IncView profile 7141001 Broken Sound Parkway North West, Suite A, Boca Raton, FL, United States, 33487www.qep.com
Milwaukee ToolView profile 10001+Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States, North Americawww.milwaukeetool.com
Apex Tool GroupView profile 5001-10000Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States, North Americawww.apextoolgroup.com/
OlfaView profile 11-50Osaka, Osaka, Japan, Asiawww.olfa.co.jp/en/
Hyde ToolsView profile 11-50Southbridge, Massachusetts, United States, North Americahydetools.com/
U.S. BladeView profile 11-50Cranford, New Jersey, United States, North Americausblade.com
Klein ToolsView profile 1001-5000Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States, North Americawww.kleintools.com/

North America Knife Market Outlook

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Steel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 60.9% in 2021.

Horizon Databook has segmented the North America knife market based on steel, titanium, ceramic covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2017 to 2030.




The increasing demand for stylish, sleek, and comfortable knives is fueling the growth of the market. There has been a rising preference for knives made from steel as these are easy to handle for various applications, including kitchen, sporting, and adventure. This trend will continue to drive innovation and new product development among players, thereby fueling the market growth. 

High-carbon stainless-steel knives are tougher and more durable, making them reliable for outdoor applications like adventures and camping. Additionally, knives made from stainless steel are low maintenance and are not sensitive to external factors such as acids. This characteristic is likely to drive the segment growth.

  • North America Knife Market Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
    • Steel
    • Titanium
    • Ceramic
    • Others
  • North America Knife Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
    • Folding Blade
    • Fixed Blade
    • Side Slide
  • North America Knife Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2017-2030)
    • Kitchen
    • Survival/Hunting/Adeventure/Tactical
    • Weapon
    • Sports
    • Others

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