The Asia Pacific Air-dried Food Market is expected to witness market growth of 8.6% CAGR during the forecast period (2025-2032).
The China market dominated the Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by country in 2024, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $17.55 billion by 2032. The Japan market is registering a CAGR of 7.9% during 2025-2032. Additionally, the India market is expected to showcase a CAGR of 9.4% during 2025-2032.
The pet food industry has also embraced air-dried ingredients, driven by the increasing consumer preference for minimally processed, high-quality nutrition. Brands like The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. produce air-dried pet foods that retain the nutritional integrity of raw ingredients while ensuring safety and convenience.
The global shift towards plant-based diets has significantly increased the demand for air-dried fruits, vegetables, and herbs, valued for their health benefits and sustainability. Consumers increasingly seek convenient, minimally processed plant-based options that retain nutritional integrity and flavor. Air-dried products meet these preferences by preserving essential nutrients and extending shelf life without the need for artificial preservatives.
The Asia Pacific region is fueled by the growing adoption of convenient and long-lasting food products driven by urbanization and busy lifestyles. Consumers are adopting air-dried goods in modern, health-oriented diets as disposable incomes increase and dietary preferences change. China's rapid urbanization and the expanding middle class have increased the demand for convenient and long-shelf-life food products, including air-dried foods. The government's focus on strengthening the food processing sector in India has positively impacted the market. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries reports that the Gross Value Added (GVA) by the food processing sector at constant prices has shown consistent growth, reflecting the sector's expansion. Japan's longstanding tradition of consuming dried foods, such as himono (dried fish) and dried shishamo smelt, continues to influence its food sector. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries highlights that these traditional products are integral to regional diets and have been preserved through generations. Consequently, the region is poised to experience sustained growth in the consumption and production of air-dried food products.
The China market dominated the Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by country in 2024, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $17.55 billion by 2032. The Japan market is registering a CAGR of 7.9% during 2025-2032. Additionally, the India market is expected to showcase a CAGR of 9.4% during 2025-2032.
The pet food industry has also embraced air-dried ingredients, driven by the increasing consumer preference for minimally processed, high-quality nutrition. Brands like The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. produce air-dried pet foods that retain the nutritional integrity of raw ingredients while ensuring safety and convenience.
The global shift towards plant-based diets has significantly increased the demand for air-dried fruits, vegetables, and herbs, valued for their health benefits and sustainability. Consumers increasingly seek convenient, minimally processed plant-based options that retain nutritional integrity and flavor. Air-dried products meet these preferences by preserving essential nutrients and extending shelf life without the need for artificial preservatives.
The Asia Pacific region is fueled by the growing adoption of convenient and long-lasting food products driven by urbanization and busy lifestyles. Consumers are adopting air-dried goods in modern, health-oriented diets as disposable incomes increase and dietary preferences change. China's rapid urbanization and the expanding middle class have increased the demand for convenient and long-shelf-life food products, including air-dried foods. The government's focus on strengthening the food processing sector in India has positively impacted the market. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries reports that the Gross Value Added (GVA) by the food processing sector at constant prices has shown consistent growth, reflecting the sector's expansion. Japan's longstanding tradition of consuming dried foods, such as himono (dried fish) and dried shishamo smelt, continues to influence its food sector. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries highlights that these traditional products are integral to regional diets and have been preserved through generations. Consequently, the region is poised to experience sustained growth in the consumption and production of air-dried food products.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Dehydrates Inc.
- Berrifine A/S
- Nestle S.A.
- Thrive Life, LLC
- BCFoods, Inc.
- Silva International, Inc.
- Chelmer Foods Limited
- Colin Ingredients
- Seawind Foods
- Milne MicroDried
Market Report Segmentation
By Application
- Commercial
- Household
By Form
- Powder & Granules
- Chunks/Pieces
- Flakes
By Product
- Coffee Beans
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Meat
- Herbs
By Country
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
Chapter 4. Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by Application
Chapter 5. Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by Form
Chapter 6. Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by Product
Chapter 7. Asia Pacific Air-Dried Food Market by Country
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
- Dehydrates Inc.
- Berrifine A/S
- Nestle S.A.
- Thrive Life, LLC
- BCFoods, Inc.
- Silva International, Inc.
- Chelmer Foods Limited
- Colin Ingredients
- Seawind Foods
- Milne MicroDried
Methodology
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