Table of Content - Knife Market

A knife is a tool with a cutting edge attached to a handle. Various types of knives are available in the market such as kukri, bushcraft, balisongs, hunting knives, retractable knives, snap-off knives, specialty knives, carpet knives, machete, pocket knives, whittling, safety knives, folding knives, Scandinavian knives, bowie knife, survival knife, skinning, fighting knives, trench knife, bayonets, boot knives, etc. Knife blades are also available in various materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, titanium, ceramic, and plastic. Stainless steel is the most common material used in knives.

Market Dynamics

Among distribution channels, e-commerce distribution channels are expected to gain traction during the forecast period. Increasing internet penetration in emerging economies such as China and India, ease in comparing prices, review of products, and ease of delivery through e-commerce sites are major factors driving growth of the segment. For instance, according to the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), the number of internet users in India reached 500 million in June 2018. Furthermore, the mass retail distribution channel is estimated to account for a significant market share in the global knife market. The global mass retail market is highly fragmented with over 250 major retail players, worldwide. According to the National Retail Federation (U.S.), top 10 retailers had a market share of over 30% as of 2018 and they compete for higher market capitalization at a global level. According to the same source, Walmart leads the mass retail business with a global revenue of US$ 500.34 Bn in 2018. Wide range of product offerings and discounts make mass retailer’s the best choice for customers. Mass retailers offer different types of knives such as fixed, retractable, snap-off, safety, folding, specialty, carpet and hobby of major manufacturers such as Stanley, Milwaukee, Irwin, WorkPro, Dewalt, Pacific Handy Cutter, Olfa, and others.

Among regions, Asia Pacific is expected to hold dominant position in the market during the forecast period owing to presence of a large construction industry in the region. Retractable and folding knives are utilized majorly in the construction industry, as a result growth of the construction industry is expected to drive demand for the knives market in Asia Pacific. For instance, according to the Global Construction 2030 perspective and Oxford Economies, in 2016, the global construction industry was valued at US$ 9.5 trillion which is expected to grow by 85% to US$ 17.5 trillion by 2030 with China, the U.S., and India accounting for 57% of the global share. Moreover, according to India Brand Equity Foundation, by 2025, India is expected to overtake Japan as the third largest construction market with growth averaging 7.4%, annually.

Key features of the study:

This report provides in-depth analysis of knife market and provides market size (US$ Million) and Cumulative Annual Growth Rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2019 – 2027), considering 2018 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, regional outlook, and competitive strategy adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global knife market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments and strategies, and future plans
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Olfa Corporation, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Irwin Industrial Tools, Workpro, DeWalt, Pacific Handy Cutter Inc., Hyde Tools Inc., Craftsman, U.S. Blade Manufacturing Co. Inc., Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc., Q.E.P. Co., Inc., Apex Tool Group, LLC, Fiskars Group, and Klein Tools, Inc.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and management authorities of companies to make informed decision regarding future products launches, technology up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global knife market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, knife manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through the various strategy matrices used in analyzing the knife market

Detailed Segmentation:

Global Knife Market, By Product Type:
- Retractable Knife
- Fixed Knife
- Snap-off Knife
- Safety Knife
- Folding Knife
- Specialty Knife
- Carpet Knife
- Hobby Knife
- Others
Global Knife Market, By Distribution Channel:
- Home Center & Hardware
- Mass Retail
- E-commerce
- Others
Global Knife Market, By Region:
- North America
  - U.S.
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Canada
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
- Europe
  - U.K.
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Germany
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Italy
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - France
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Russia
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Rest of Europe
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
- Asia Pacific
  - China
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - India
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Japan
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - ASEAN
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Australia
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - South Korea
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Rest of Asia Pacific
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
- Latin America
  - Brazil
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Mexico
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Rest of Latin America
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
- Middle East
  - GCC
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Israel
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Rest of Middle East
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
- Africa
  - North Africa
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - Central Africa
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
  - South Africa
    - By Product Type:
      - Retractable Knife
      - Fixed Knife
      - Snap-off Knife
      - Safety Knife
      - Folding Knife
      - Specialty Knife
      - Carpet Knife
      - Hobby Knife
      - Others
    - By Distribution Channel:
      - Home Center & Hardware
      - Mass Retail
      - E-commerce
      - Others
Company Profiles
- Olfa Corporation *
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments
  - Future Plans
- Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
- Irwin Industrial Tools
- Workpro
- DeWalt
- Pacific Handy Cutter Inc.
- Hyde Tools, Inc.
- Craftsman.
- U.S. Blade Manufacturing Co. Inc.
- Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
- Q.E.P. Co., Inc.
- Apex Tool Group, LLC
- Fiskars Group.
- Klein Tools, Inc.

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Table of Contents

Research Objective and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
Market Purview
- Report Description
  - Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
  - Market Snippet, By Product Type
  - Market Snippet, By Distribution Channel
  - Market Snippet, By Region
- Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
  - Drivers
    - Supply Side Drivers
    - Demand Side Drivers
    - Economic Drivers
  - Restraints
  - Opportunities
  - Regulatory Scenario
  - Industry Trends
  - Mergers, Acquisitions, and Collaborations
  - New Product Approvals/Launches
  - Promotion and Marketing Initiatives
- Cost Tier Down Analysis
Global Knife Market, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
  - Segment Trends
- Retractable Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Fixed Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Snap-off Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Safety Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Folding Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Specialty Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Carpet Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Hobby Knife
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Others
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
Global Knife Market, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
  - Segment Trends
- Home Center & Hardware
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Mass Retail
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- E-commerce
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
- Others
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018 - 2030, (US$ Billion)
Global Knife Market, By Region, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2023 and 2030 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Regions, 2018 - 2030
- North America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
    - U.S
    - Canada
- Europe
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
    - U.K.
    - Germany
    - Italy
    - Russia
    - Spain
    - France
    - Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
    - India
    - China
    - Japan
    - Australia
    - ASEAN
    - South Korea
    - Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
    - Mexico
    - Argentina
    - Brazil
    - Rest of Latin America
- Middle East
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2018-2030, (US$ Billion)
    - Middle East
    - Africa
Competitive Landscape
- Heat Map Analysis
- Market Share Analysis (3x3 Matrix)
- Company Profiles
  - Olfa Corporation
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Irwin Industrial Tools
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Workpro
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - DeWalt
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Pacific Handy Cutter Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Hyde Tools, Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Craftsman.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - U.S. Blade Manufacturing Co. Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Q.E.P. Co., Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Apex Tool Group, LLC
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Fiskars Group.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
  - Klein Tools, Inc.
    - Company Overview
    - Product Portfolio
    - Financial Performance
    - Recent Developments/Updates
    - Future Plans
- Analysts’ Views
Section
- References
- Research Methodology
- About us and Sales Contact

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