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Republic of Korea: Market for Dog And Cat Food 2025

Market Size for Dog And Cat Food in Republic of Korea

In 2021, the South Korean dog and cat food market decreased by -22.8% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after five years of growth. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Dog and cat food consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Dog And Cat Food

Exports from Republic of Korea

In 2021, approx. X tons of dog and cat food were exported from South Korea; increasing by 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 93%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, dog and cat food exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 154% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of dog and cat food exports from South Korea, together accounting for 66% of total exports. Australia, Taiwan (Chinese), Hong Kong SAR and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Australia (with a CAGR of +182.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Japan ($X), Thailand ($X) and Australia ($X) constituted the largest markets for dog and cat food exported from South Korea worldwide, together comprising 65% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Australia, with a CAGR of +162.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dog and cat food export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -4.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+8.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Dog And Cat Food

Imports into Republic of Korea

In 2021, approx. X tons of dog and cat food were imported into South Korea; increasing by 9.2% against 2020. In general, imports posted a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 70%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dog and cat food imports totaled $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), China (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) were the main suppliers of dog and cat food imports to South Korea, together accounting for 64% of total imports. These countries were followed by Canada, Australia, France and Japan, which together accounted for a further 24%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Canada (with a CAGR of +23.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dog and cat food suppliers to South Korea were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Thailand ($X), with a combined 62% share of total imports. Canada, Japan, France and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

Canada, with a CAGR of +30.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average dog and cat food import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 4.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+8.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of dog and cat food consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 40% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Brazil, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mexico, the UK, France and Germany, which together accounted for a further 26%.
The countries with the highest volumes of dog and cat food production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 41% share of global production. Japan, Brazil, Indonesia, Pakistan, France, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mexico, Germany and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.
In value terms, the largest dog and cat food suppliers to South Korea were China, the U.S. and Thailand, with a combined 66% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Japan, Canada, France and Australia, which together accounted for a further 21%.
In value terms, the largest markets for dog and cat food exported from South Korea were Japan, Thailand and Australia, with a combined 73% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 20%.
In 2020, the average dog and cat food export price amounted to $2,685 per ton, falling by -4% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average dog and cat food import price amounted to $4,521 per ton, surging by 9.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dog and cat food in Republic of Korea. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 10921030 - Dog or cat food, p.r.s.

Country coverage:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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