Air Dried Food Market Size, Share, and Growth Analysis

Global Air Dried Food Market

Air Dried Food Market By Fruits (Coffee Beans, Fruits & Vegetables), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online retailers), By Application (Household, Commercial), By Form, By Region - Industry Forecast 2025-2032


Report ID: SQMIG30I2162 | Region: Global | Published Date: May, 2025
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Air Dried Food Market Insights

Global Air Dried Food Market size was valued at USD 125.6 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 136.02 billion in 2024 to USD 257.42 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.3% during the forecast period (2025-2032). 

The process of air drying involves removing moisture from a range of foods to increase their shelf life and prevent bacterial cross-contamination. The idea of evaporation, in which water is evaporated using heated air, provides the foundation for air drying.

The air dried food market's prospects will grow as a result of increased health consciousness, evolving lifestyles, and rising consumer willingness to pay more for convenience goods.

Additionally, simple availability to a wide range of packaging materials and advanced technology have increased the air-dried food industry's potential for expansion on a global scale. Positive air dried food market growth has been influenced by the development of improved packaging materials, such as paper packets, stand-up pouches, and wooden packaging.

Leading manufacturers have started using cutting-edge packaging techniques to shield their goods from contaminants that can be caused by humidity, temperature, and microbes. Additionally, packaging increases product longevity and shields it from transportation-related harm. In light of this, the growth of the packaging sector will likely lead to an increase in demand for dehydrated nutritious products in the future years.

In the projection period of 2022 to 2028, an increase in the number of advanced air dried food product launches will lead to further profitable prospects for the market. However, the government recommendations and limits imposed as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic may potentially cause the supply chain to slow down and get disrupted, which might significantly slow the rate of air dried food market expansion.

US Air Dried Food Market is poised to grow at a sustainable CAGR for the next forecast year.

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Air Dried Food Market Segments Analysis

Global Air Dried Food Market is segmented by Fruits, Distribution Channel, Application, Form and region. Based on Fruits, the market is segmented into Coffee Beans, Fruits & Vegetables, Herbs and Meat. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Offline and Online retailers. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Household and Commercial. Based on Form, the market is segmented into Powder & Granules, Chunks/Pieces and Flakes. Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa.  

Air Dried Food Market Analysis by Form

In 2021, the air-dried food market was driven by the powder and granules category, which accounted for more than 40% of total revenue. To improve taste, flavour, and nutritional content, air-dried food is frequently utilised in bakeries, daily meals, and beverages. The segment has grown over the past few years as a result of rising demand for spray-dried coffee powder.

Because more recipes and cuisines are using this air-dried food form, chunks and pieces will experience the fastest rise in the next years. It has found use in a variety of goods, including ready-to-eat foods, cakes, and pastries. These air-dried food forms can also be used as toppings for a variety of cuisines.

As a result, businesses are also extending their selection of air-dried chunks and bits. For the Christmas season, Nims Fruit Crisps Limited, for instance, introduced three limited-edition kinds of crisps in the U.K. in November 2019.

Air Dried Food Market Analysis by Product

Due to the rising popularity of the spray drying procedure used to produce spray-dried instant coffee powders, the coffee bean segment has the largest air dried food market share, accounting for more than 30% in 2021. Compared to freeze-drying, the spray-dried method offers a faster drying time and a much larger economic scale of production, which is why many enterprises in the sector are now focusing on the adoption of such technologies. Additionally, there has been a significant increase in the demand for coffee in recent years, largely due to the growing popularity of the beverage among young people worldwide, particularly in China and India.

Over the projection period, the category for fruits and vegetables is anticipated to grow at the quickest CAGR. The air dried food market is being driven by the growing desire for ready-to-eat food with a longer shelf life. Due to their nutritious significance, fruits and vegetables are becoming more popular in the food processing and restaurant industries.

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Air Dried Food Market Regional Insights

In 2021, with a market share of 65 % in the region, the value of air-dried food in the North American region is 42 billion dollars, or 39% of the value of air-dried food worldwide. The growth of these naturally air-dried food products has been spurred by a change in consumer preferences toward health-related goods. Customers have been found to choose natural cheese, cheddar, and expensive speciality cheeses. The "organic trend" has already taken off in the nation due to a rise in demand for Air-dried goods such milk powders, spices, fruit, vegetable, and animal products. Due to consumer demand for ethnic cuisines and their eagerness to sample new sensations, spice and dressing sales are expected to grow in the future.

Due to the increased demand for prepared meals in nations like China and India, Asia Pacific is expected to develop at the fastest rate in the future years. The region's sales of air-dried food will increase as a result of the rising number of dual-income households driving up convenience food demand.

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Air Dried Food Market Dynamics

Air Dried Food Market Driver

  • The rising demand for ready-to-eat meals in the UK is one of the major growth drivers in the sector. Additionally, the country's sophisticated retail network, which consists of supermarkets, convenience stores, and hypermarkets, has contributed to the region's growth.
  • A large portion of the global population has recently shown a preference for using food products with high nutritional content. As a result, numerous businesses that produce goods like coffee beans, vegetables, fruits, herbs, and meat are utilising cutting-edge packing processes like air-drying. The possibility of these methods to contribute to extending the shelf life of these items is a major driver behind this decision. Additionally, this technique aids in maintaining the food products' nutritional value.

Air Dried Food Market Restraint 

  • The enormous cost associated with producing items is expected to restrain the market's expansion. Additionally, the lack of adequate product expertise also hinders the market's expansion.
  • The alteration of food texture, the loss of some vitamins, and the probable expense of drying the food are all factors. Food preservation by drying preserves more of the fundamental components of some types of food's natural state in compared to other ways, but it can also go horribly wrong if the improper foods are dried or if the process is carried out incorrectly. These issues could serve as a market restraint.

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Air Dried Food Market Competitive Landscape

The industry is fragmented as a result of the presence of a sizable number of small and mid-sized businesses. Air-dried food producers' companies are expanding thanks to new product introductions and mergers and acquisitions. Businesses confront intense rivalry in the air-dried food industry. Along with joint ventures and product launches, they are focused on capacity growth to gain a competitive edge. The major players in the market are Dehydrates Inc. (US), Saraf Foods Pvt. Ltd. (India), Berrifine A/S (Denmark), La Frubense, BCFoods, Inc. (Spain), Nestle S.A. (Switzerland), B-B Products Pty Ltd. (Australia), FREEZE-DRY FOODS (US), DMH Ingredients, Inc. (US), HOWENIA ENTERPRISE CO., LTD., Flex Foods (India), Spectrum Brands (US), Ziwi pet oil (New Zealand), Sensient Technologies (US).

Top Players in the Air Dried Food Market

  • Nestle S.A. (Switzerland) 
  • Unilever PLC (UK/Netherlands) 
  • Ajinomoto Co., Inc. (Japan) 
  • Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (Japan) 
  • Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan) 
  • Dehydrates Inc. (USA) 
  • B-B Products (Australia) Pty Ltd. (Australia) 
  • Harmony House Foods, Inc. (USA) 
  • Honeyville, Inc. (USA) 
  • Backpacker's Pantry, Inc. (USA) 
  • Fujian Lixing Foods Co., Ltd. (China) 
  • Howenia Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)

Air Dried Food Market Recent Developments

  • In June 2022, Systm Foods, a platform for food and beverage brand sales, purchased the Chameleon Organic Coffee brand from Nestlé.

Air Dried Food Key Market Trends

Air Dried Food Market SkyQuest Analysis

SkyQuest's ABIRAW (Advanced Business Intelligence, Research & Analysis Wing) is our Business Information Services team that Collects, Collates, Co-relates and Analyses the Data collected by means of Primary Exploratory Research backed by the robust Secondary Desk research.

According to our analysis, by form, the powder and granules segment is estimated to have the largest share of the market with more than 40%. Product type-wise, the coffee beans segment has dominated the market with almost 30% of share in the year 2021. Region-wise, the North America region accounted highest market share with more than 39% of total market revenue.

Report Metric Details
Market size value in 2023 USD 125.6 billion
Market size value in 2032 USD 257.42 billion
Growth Rate 8.3%
Base year 2024
Forecast period 2025-2032
Forecast Unit (Value) USD Billion
Segments covered
  • Fruits
    • Coffee Beans
    • Fruits & Vegetables
    • Herbs
    • Meat
  • Distribution Channel
    • Offline (Supermarkets & hypermarkets
    • Convenience Stores
    • Others)
    • Online retailers
  • Application
    • Household
    • Commercial
  • Form
    • Powder & Granules
    • Chunks/Pieces
    • Flakes
Regions covered North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Rest of Latin America), Middle East & Africa (South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA)
Companies covered
  • Nestle S.A. (Switzerland) 
  • Unilever PLC (UK/Netherlands) 
  • Ajinomoto Co., Inc. (Japan) 
  • Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (Japan) 
  • Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan) 
  • Dehydrates Inc. (USA) 
  • B-B Products (Australia) Pty Ltd. (Australia) 
  • Harmony House Foods, Inc. (USA) 
  • Honeyville, Inc. (USA) 
  • Backpacker's Pantry, Inc. (USA) 
  • Fujian Lixing Foods Co., Ltd. (China) 
  • Howenia Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)
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Table Of Content

Executive Summary

Market overview

  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Overview
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Market Overview
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Air Dried Food Market Characteristics
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market by Geography
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Segmentation
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Incremental Growth
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Incremental Growth
  • Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Vendor Market Positioning

Parent Market Analysis

Market overview

Market size

  • Market Dynamics
    • Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
      • Drivers
      • Opportunities
      • Restraints
      • Challenges
  • SWOT Analysis

KEY MARKET INSIGHTS

  • Technology Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and details)
  • Pricing Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and pricing details)
  • Supply Chain Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Detailed Supply Chain Presentation)
  • Value Chain Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Detailed Value Chain Presentation)
  • Ecosystem Of the Market
    • Exhibit: Parent Market Ecosystem Market Analysis
    • Exhibit: Market Characteristics of Parent Market
  • IP Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of product/technology, patents filed, inventor/company name, acquiring firm)
  • Trade Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Import and Export data details)
  • Startup Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Emerging startups details)
  • Raw Material Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Mapping of key raw materials)
  • Innovation Matrix
    • (Exhibit: Positioning Matrix: Mapping of new and existing technologies)
  • Pipeline product Analysis
    • (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of companies and pipeline products, regional mapping)
  • Macroeconomic Indicators

COVID IMPACT

  • Introduction
  • Impact On Economy—scenario Assessment
    • Exhibit: Data on GDP - Year-over-year growth 2016-2022 (%)
  • Revised Market Size
    • Exhibit: Data Table on Air Dried Food Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • Impact Of COVID On Key Segments
    • Exhibit: Data Table on Segment Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • COVID Strategies By Company
    • Exhibit: Analysis on key strategies adopted by companies

MARKET DYNAMICS & OUTLOOK

  • Market Dynamics
    • Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
      • Drivers
      • Opportunities
      • Restraints
      • Challenges
  • Regulatory Landscape
    • Exhibit: Data Table on regulation from different region
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porters Analysis
    • Competitive rivalry
      • Exhibit: Competitive rivalry Impact of key factors, 2021
    • Threat of substitute products
      • Exhibit: Threat of Substitute Products Impact of key factors, 2021
    • Bargaining power of buyers
      • Exhibit: buyers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
    • Threat of new entrants
      • Exhibit: Threat of new entrants Impact of key factors, 2021
    • Bargaining power of suppliers
      • Exhibit: Threat of suppliers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
  • Skyquest special insights on future disruptions
    • Political Impact
    • Economic impact
    • Social Impact
    • Technical Impact
    • Environmental Impact
    • Legal Impact

Market Size by Region

  • Chart on Market share by geography 2021-2027 (%)
  • Data Table on Market share by geography 2021-2027(%)
  • North America
    • Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
    • Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
    • USA
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Canada
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • Europe
    • Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
    • Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
    • Germany
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Spain
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • France
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • UK
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Rest of Europe
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • Asia Pacific
    • Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
    • Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
    • China
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • India
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Japan
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • South Korea
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • Latin America
    • Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
    • Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
    • Brazil
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Rest of South America
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)
    • Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
    • Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
    • GCC Countries
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • South Africa
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
    • Rest of MEA
      • Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
      • Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)

KEY COMPANY PROFILES

  • Competitive Landscape
    • Total number of companies covered
      • Exhibit: companies covered in the report, 2021
    • Top companies market positioning
      • Exhibit: company positioning matrix, 2021
    • Top companies market Share
      • Exhibit: Pie chart analysis on company market share, 2021(%)

Methodology

For the Air Dried Food Market, our research methodology involved a mixture of primary and secondary data sources. Key steps involved in the research process are listed below:

1. Information Procurement: This stage involved the procurement of Market data or related information via primary and secondary sources. The various secondary sources used included various company websites, annual reports, trade databases, and paid databases such as Hoover's, Bloomberg Business, Factiva, and Avention. Our team did 45 primary interactions Globally which included several stakeholders such as manufacturers, customers, key opinion leaders, etc. Overall, information procurement was one of the most extensive stages in our research process.

2. Information Analysis: This step involved triangulation of data through bottom-up and top-down approaches to estimate and validate the total size and future estimate of the Air Dried Food Market.

3. Report Formulation: The final step entailed the placement of data points in appropriate Market spaces in an attempt to deduce viable conclusions.

4. Validation & Publishing: Validation is the most important step in the process. Validation & re-validation via an intricately designed process helped us finalize data points to be used for final calculations. The final Market estimates and forecasts were then aligned and sent to our panel of industry experts for validation of data. Once the validation was done the report was sent to our Quality Assurance team to ensure adherence to style guides, consistency & design.

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FAQs

Global Air Dried Food Market size was valued at USD 115.5 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 122.78 billion in 2024 to USD 200.16 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period (2025-2032).

Top Players in the Air Dried Food Market  'Nestlé S.A. (Switzerland) ', 'Unilever PLC (UK/Netherlands) ', 'Ajinomoto Co., Inc. (Japan) ', 'Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (Japan) ', 'The Kraft Heinz Company (USA) ', 'Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan) ', 'Dehydrates Inc. (USA) ', 'DMH Ingredients, Inc. (USA) ', 'B-B Products (Australia) Pty Ltd. (Australia) ', 'Saraf Foods Pvt. Ltd. (India) ', 'Freeze-Dry Foods GmbH (Germany) ', 'Harmony House Foods, Inc. (USA) ', 'Honeyville, Inc. (USA) ', 'Backpacker's Pantry, Inc. (USA) ', 'Fujian Lixing Foods Co., Ltd. (China) ', 'Mercer Foods, LLC (USA) ', 'European Freeze Dry Ltd. (UK) ', 'OFD Foods, LLC (USA) ', 'Royal Ridge Fruits (USA) ', 'Howenia Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)'

The rising demand for ready-to-eat meals in the UK is one of the major growth drivers in the sector. Additionally, the country's sophisticated retail network, which consists of supermarkets, convenience stores, and hypermarkets, has contributed to the region's growth.

Raw pet food that has been dehydrated, frozen, or air dried has gained significant traction in recent years. Sales of freeze-dried pet food grew 31.1 percent in 2021, according to a NielsenIQ research. Diets for pets that contain functional additives intended to offer more than simply essential nutrition are another expanding segment of the pet food market. Among the functional pet food formulas in demand by pet parents are those designed to treat allergies, weight management, joint health, stress alleviation, and gut health.

In 2021, with a market share of 65 % in the region, the value of air-dried food in the North American region is 42 billion dollars, or 39% of the value of air-dried food worldwide. The growth of these naturally air-dried food products has been spurred by a change in consumer preferences toward health-related goods. Customers have been found to choose natural cheese, cheddar, and expensive speciality cheeses. The "organic trend" has already taken off in the nation due to a rise in demand for Air-dried goods such milk powders, spices, fruit, vegetable, and animal products. Due to consumer demand for ethnic cuisines and their eagerness to sample new sensations, spice and dressing sales are expected to grow in the future.

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