According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Kimchi market size was valued at US$ 4162 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 5864 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.1% during review period.
Kimchi is a traditional fermented food in Korean cuisine. It is a traditional side dish made from salted and fermented vegetables, most commonly cabbage and Korean radishes, with a variety of seasonings, including chili powder, scallions, garlic, ginger, etc. There are hundreds of varieties of kimchi made with different vegetables as the main ingredients. In the past, kimchi was traditionally stored underground in jars to keep cool during warm months and remain unfrozen throughout the winter months, during which time it was a vital source of vegetables. With the developing of technology, kimchi refrigerators are more commonly used to store kimchi.
Korea is the largest Kimchi market with about 51% market share. USA is follower, accounting for about 16% market share.The key manufacturers are CJ, Daesang, Dongwon F&B, Sinto Gourmet, Cosmos Food, Real Pickles, Lucky Foods, Mama O’S, Sunja’s, Top Gourmet, King’s Asian Gourmet, Choi’s Kimchi, MILKimchi, Qingdao Jingfugong, Qingdao Meilinda, Qingdao Nongyu, Qingdao Dongshengda etc. Top 3 companies occupied about 38% market share.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Kimchi market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Kimchi market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
Global Kimchi market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
Global Kimchi market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
Global Kimchi market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Kimchi
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Kimchi market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include CJ, Daesang, Dongwon F&B, Sinto Gourmet, Cosmos Food, Real Pickles, Lucky Foods, Mama O’S, Sunja’s, Top Gourmet, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Kimchi market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Baechu-kimchi
Dongchimi
Kkakdugi
Pa-kimchi
Oi Sobagi
Market segment by Application
Households
Commercial
Major players covered
CJ
Daesang
Dongwon F&B
Sinto Gourmet
Cosmos Food
Real Pickles
Lucky Foods
Mama O’S
Sunja’s
Top Gourmet
King’s Asian Gourmet
Choi’s Kimchi
MILKimchi
Qingdao Jingfugong
Qingdao Meilinda
Qingdao Nongyu
Qingdao Dongshengda
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Kimchi product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Kimchi, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Kimchi from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Kimchi competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Kimchi breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Kimchi market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Kimchi.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Kimchi sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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