How popular isLoctite?
In September 2026, people searched for Loctite by name about 1,310 times in New Zealand, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 43% of all New Zealand epoxy brand searches, placing Loctite second out of five brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about epoxy brands, Loctite appeared in one of the five answers and was the fourth most recommended of the five.
Loctite is the second most searched of 5 competitors and the fourth most recommended in AI answers.
Gorilla GlueShare of searches 43%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
LoctiteShare of searches 43%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
NorskiShare of searches 7.3%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
WEST SYSTEMShare of searches 6.3%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd- AralditeShare of searches 0.33%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top epoxy brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Loctite was mentioned in one out of five: in one of the three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Loctite is the fourth most recommended of the five.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
- Araldite1st
Norski2nd
WEST SYSTEM2nd
Loctite4th
Gorilla Glue–
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
- Araldite3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Norski2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
WEST SYSTEM2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Loctite1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Gorilla Glue0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about epoxy brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which epoxy brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best epoxy brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best epoxy brand in New Zealand for a strong bond?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“epoxy resin nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“two part epoxy”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which epoxy brands compete with Loctite?
Share of searches by month for Gorilla Glue, Loctite, Norski, WEST SYSTEM. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Gorilla Glue | Loctite | Norski | WEST SYSTEM | Araldite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 37.5% | 48.7% | 9% | 4.9% | 0% |
| Nov 2025 | 41.5% | 41.5% | 10% | 6.6% | 0.41% |
| Dec 2025 | 37.8% | 42.9% | 11.2% | 8.2% | 0% |
| Jan 2026 | 37.4% | 42.6% | 11.9% | 7.7% | 0.43% |
| Feb 2026 | 38.6% | 43.9% | 9.2% | 8.3% | 0% |
| Mar 2026 | 41.7% | 41.7% | 8.8% | 7.9% | 0% |
| Apr 2026 | 38.4% | 43.7% | 9.2% | 8.3% | 0.44% |
| May 2026 | 37.9% | 43.1% | 9.1% | 9.5% | 0.43% |
| Jun 2026 | 38.4% | 43.7% | 9.2% | 8.3% | 0.44% |
| Jul 2026 | 42% | 42% | 9.2% | 6.7% | 0% |
| Aug 2026 | 36% | 46.8% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 0% |
| Sep 2026 | 43% | 43% | 7.3% | 6.3% | 0.33% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, moved from 2nd to 1st | 43% | 1.3K | +30% | +7.1 pointsmoved from 2nd to 1st | |
| 2, moved from 1st to 2nd | 43% | 1.3K | 0% | -3.7 pointsmoved from 1st to 2nd | |
| 3, held 3rd | 7.3% | 220 | -8.3% | -1.3 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 6.3% | 190 | -20.8% | -2.3 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.33% | 10 | — | +0.3 points |
43%
Moved from 2nd to 1st. 1.3K estimated branded searches, +30% vs prior month. Share +7.1 points.
2.
Loctite43%
Moved from 1st to 2nd. 1.3K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -3.7 points.
3.
Norski7.3%
Held 3rd. 220 estimated branded searches, -8.3% vs prior month. Share -1.3 points.
6.3%
Held 4th. 190 estimated branded searches, -20.8% vs prior month. Share -2.3 points.
5.Araldite
0.33%
Held 5th. 10 estimated branded searches, — vs prior month. Share +0.3 points.
Compare popularity between Loctite and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Loctite
8 comparisons
How has branded search demand for Loctite changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
4 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Loctite in New Zealand held steady at 1.3K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Loctite’s share of searches among epoxy brands in New Zealand decreased from 48.7% to 43%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Loctite’s share of searches among epoxy brands in New Zealand peaked at 48.7% in October 2025 and was lowest at 41.5% in November 2025.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Loctite fell from 1st to 2nd among epoxy brands in New Zealand.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand epoxy brands in September 2026?
4 changes

In September 2026, Gorilla Glue overtook Loctite to become the leader among epoxy brands in New Zealand, with 43% of the searches.

In September 2026, Loctite lost share of searches among epoxy brands in New Zealand, from 46.8% to 43%.

In September 2026, WEST SYSTEM lost share of searches among epoxy brands in New Zealand, from 8.6% to 6.3%.

In September 2026, Norski lost share of searches among epoxy brands in New Zealand, from 8.6% to 7.3%.
How are Loctite’s branded searches counted?
4 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Loctite’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
- araldite loctite
- loctite
- loctite araldite
- loctite liquid nails
Who owns Loctite?
Loctite is owned by
Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. Brandwave does not track any other brands owned by Henkel AG & Co. KGaA.
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Where does Loctite compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adhesive and sealant brands | 1st of 10 | 19.4% | Show ranking |
| Epoxy brands | 2nd of 5 | 43% | Shown above |

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