Kimchi Market Share, Growth, CAGR Status, Size, Trends, Demand, Challenges and Future Outlook

Kimchi Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis - By Product, By Distributional Channel, By End User - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034

Published: Feb-2025 Report ID: FOOD2523 Pages: 1 - 231 Formats*:     
Category : Food & Beverages
Kimchi Market Introduction and Overview

According to SPER Market Research, the Global Kimchi Market is estimated to reach USD 8596.48 million by 2034 with a CAGR of 5.16%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Kimchi Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The growing consumer interest in fermented foods and their health advantages, such as probiotics and antioxidants, is driving the rapid expansion of the global kimchi market. The market is expanding steadily due to rising demand for traditional Korean food, increased consciousness of intestinal health, and the acceptance of plant-based diets. Accessibility is also being improved by advancements in packaging and distribution methods. Market expansion is hampered by issues like limited shelf life, shifting raw material prices, and regulatory worries about fermentation processes. Notwithstanding these obstacles, the industry is still expanding due to the high demand for natural, functional foods among consumers as well as the popularity of Korean food and culture abroad.
By Product Insights: Kimchi is classified into three categories based on Product: Baechu Kimchi, Kkakdugi Kimchi and Chonggak Kimchi. The market leader with the most revenue share was the Baechu kimchi sector. This significant portion is explained by the fact that it is widely known and preferred as a mainstay of Korean cooking, drawing in both domestic and foreign customers. The sector with the quickest predicted CAGR is Kkakdugi kimchi. Due to kkakdugi's characteristic crunchy texture and unique taste profile in comparison to Napa cabbage kimchi, its expansion is being driven by consumers' growing interest in traditional and diverse Korean cuisines.

By Distributional Channel Insights: The market for Kimchi is segmented based on Distributional Channel, including B2C (Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Specialty Food Stores, Online), B2B. The market segment with the highest revenue share was supermarkets and hypermarkets. Due to marketing campaigns and the belief that kimchi is a nutritious, probiotic-rich cuisine, its increasing popularity has been largely fuelled by its broad availability. The fastest compound annual growth rate is anticipated for the internet channel segment. Convenience and accessibility are becoming more and more popular among consumers, particularly among younger groups that are accustomed to online buying platforms.

By End User Insights: The market for Kimchi is divided into many end users, including Households/Retail, Food Service. The market with the biggest revenue share was led by the households/retail sector category. This is mostly because kimchi's health benefits and adaptability have led to its inclusion in regular meals and the growing popularity of home cooking. The growing popularity of food service in international cuisines and a variety of dining experiences is predicted to propel this sector's growth at the quickest CAGR.

By Regional Insights: The Asia Pacific area dominates the kimchi market and is expected to grow rapidly. China and South Korea are the world's leading producers of kimchi. Kimchi production and consumption are strong in these regions, resulting in significant market growth.



Market Competitive Landscape:
The existence of major players like Daesang Corporation and CJ CheilJedang Corp. has resulted in a concentrated market. Leading companies are concentrating on developing new product types, increasing their manufacturing capacities, and improving international distribution systems. By investing in new manufacturing facilities and creating handy, ready-to-eat kimchi products, companies such as Daesang, CJ CheilJedang, and Pulmuone are setting the standard in response to growing customer demand. Some of the key market players are Daesang Corporation, CJ CheilJedang Corp, Pulmuone U.S.A, Lucky Foods, Weifang Jiahe Food Co., Ltd, Sinto Gourmet, JONGGA, Choi's Kimchi LLC, NONGSHIM CO., LTD, Cosmos Food Co., Inc.

Recent Developments:
  • In June 2024, Keystone Natural Holdings partner Franklin Farms expanded the variety of plant-based products that it offers with the introduction of Organic Shredded Kimchi. With the goal to satisfy consumers looking for probiotic-rich, vegan, kosher, and gluten-free options and this new product is produced using fresh cabbage that has been fermenting with onions, garlic, carrots, red chili pepper, and spices.
  • In February 2024, Cleveland Kitchen combines the crunchy texture of pickles with the acidic flavors of kimchi by launching Kimchi Pickles in 466 Whole Foods Market locations across the United States.
Scope of the Report:
 Report Metric Details
 Market size available for years 2021-2034
 Base year considered 2024
 Forecast period 2025-2034
 Segments coveredBy Product, By Distributional Channel, By End User.
 Regions covered
North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa.
 Companies Covered
Daesang Corporation, CJ CheilJedang Corp, Pulmuone U.S.A, Lucky Foods, Weifang Jiahe Food Co., Ltd, Sinto Gourmet, JONGGA, Choi's Kimchi LLC, NONGSHIM CO., LTD, Cosmos Food Co., Inc. and others.
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
  • Global Kimchi Market Size (FY’2021-FY’2034)
  • Overview of Global Kimchi Market
  • Segmentation of Global Kimchi Market By Product (Baechu Kimchi, Kkakdugi Kimchi, Chonggak Kimchi)
  • Segmentation of Global Kimchi Market By Distributional Channel (B2C, B2B)
  • Segmentation of Global Kimchi Market By End User (Households/Retail, Food Service)
  • Statistical Snap of Global Kimchi Market
  • Expansion Analysis of Global Kimchi Market
  • Problems and Obstacles in Global Kimchi Market
  • Competitive Landscape in the Global Kimchi Market
  • Details on Current Investment in Global Kimchi Market
  • Competitive Analysis of Global Kimchi Market
  • Prominent Players in the Global Kimchi Market
  • SWOT Analysis of Global Kimchi Market
  • Global Kimchi Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2025-FY’2034)
  • Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis

2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPERs internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLs
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges

5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTERs Five Forces 
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis

6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. Global Kimchi Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type 
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Kimchi Market

7. Global Kimchi Market, By Product (USD Million) 2021-2034 
7.1. Baechu Kimchi
7.2. Kkakdugi Kimchi
7.3. Chonggak Kimchi

8. Global Kimchi Market, By Distributional Channel (USD Million) 2021-2034
8.1. B2C
8.1.1. Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
8.1.2. Specialty Food Stores
8.1.3. Online
8.2. B2B

9. Global Kimchi Market, By End User (USD Million) 2021-2034 
9.1. Households/Retail
9.2. Food Service

10. Global Kimchi Market, (USD Million) 2021-2034
10.1. Global Kimchi Market Size and Market Share

11. Global Kimchi Market, By Region, (USD Million) 2021-2034
11.1. Asia-Pacific
11.1.1. Australia
11.1.2. China
11.1.3. India
11.1.4. Japan
11.1.5. South Korea
11.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
11.2. Europe
11.2.1. France
11.2.2. Germany
11.2.3. Italy
11.2.4. Spain
11.2.5. United Kingdom
11.2.6. Rest of Europe
11.3. Middle East and Africa
11.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 
11.3.2. United Arab Emirates
11.3.3. Qatar
11.3.4. South Africa
11.3.5. Egypt
11.3.6. Morocco
11.3.7. Nigeria
11.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
11.4. North America
11.4.1. Canada
11.4.2. Mexico
11.4.3. United States
11.5. Latin America
11.5.1. Argentina
11.5.2. Brazil
11.5.3. Rest of Latin America 

12. Company Profile
12.1. Chois Kimchi LLC
12.1.1. Company details
12.1.2. Financial outlook
12.1.3. Product summary 
12.1.4. Recent developments
12.2. CJ CheilJedang Corp
12.2.1. Company details
12.2.2. Financial outlook
12.2.3. Product summary 
12.2.4. Recent developments
12.3. Cosmos Food Co., Inc
12.3.1. Company details
12.3.2. Financial outlook
12.3.3. Product summary 
12.3.4. Recent developments
12.4. Daesang Corporation
12.4.1. Company details
12.4.2. Financial outlook
12.4.3. Product summary 
12.4.4. Recent developments
12.5. JONGGA
12.5.1. Company details
12.5.2. Financial outlook
12.5.3. Product summary 
12.5.4. Recent developments
12.6. Lucky Foods
12.6.1. Company details
12.6.2. Financial outlook
12.6.3. Product summary 
12.6.4. Recent developments
12.7. NONGSHIM CO., LTD
12.7.1. Company details
12.7.2. Financial outlook
12.7.3. Product summary 
12.7.4. Recent developments
12.8. Pulmuone U.S.A
12.8.1. Company details
12.8.2. Financial outlook
12.8.3. Product summary 
12.8.4. Recent developments
12.9. Sinto Gourmet
12.9.1. Company details
12.9.2. Financial outlook
12.9.3. Product summary 
12.9.4. Recent developments
12.10. Weifang Jiahe Food Co., Ltd
12.10.1. Company details
12.10.2. Financial outlook
12.10.3. Product summary 
12.10.4. Recent developments
12.11. Others
 
13. Conclusion

14. List of Abbreviations

15. Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
Kimchi Market is projected to reach USD 8596.48 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.16% during the forecast period.
Kimchi Market grew in Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 8596.48 million by 2034, at a CAGR of 5.16% during the forecast period.
Kimchi Market CAGR of 5.16% during the forecast period.
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Kimchi Market size is USD 8596.48 million from 2025 to 2034.
Kimchi Market is covered By Product, By Distributional Channel, By End User.
The North America is anticipated to have the highest Market share in the Kimchi Market.
The key players in the Market include Companies Covered Daesang Corporation, CJ CheilJedang Corp, Pulmuone U.S.A, Lucky Foods, Weifang Jiahe Food Co., Ltd, Sinto Gourmet, JONGGA, Choi's Kimchi LLC, NONGSHIM CO., LTD, Cosmos Food Co., Inc. and others.
The growing consumer interest in fermented foods and their health advantages, such as probiotics and antioxidants, is driving the rapid expansion of the global kimchi market. The market is expanding steadily due to rising demand for traditional Korean food, increased consciousness of intestinal health, and the acceptance of plant-based diets.
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