Segments - China Pet Food Market by Product Types (Dry Pet Foods, Wet Pet Foods, Treats & Snacks, and Others), Animal Types (Dogs, Cats, Birds, and Others), Distribution Channels (Specialized Pet Shops, Internet Sets, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, and Others), and Country- Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 –2031
The China pet food market size was USD 6.80 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 15.34 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 9.46% during 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to increased focus on pet health, nutrition, weight, and overall wellness.
Functional pet foods are signified to provide high nutritional food for wellness of the pet. Smaller pets are ideal companions to the lifestyle of a busy consumer. These foods are prepared form of food with added minerals, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Packaged nutritional food is predominately adopted by pet parents to provide sufficient nutrients to their pets. They improve the health of pets with required of nourishment & minerals.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the global pet food market due to supply chain disruptions. The growth of consumers spending on pet health and grooming decreased during the period.
Rising per capita disposable income is anticipated to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
Increasing trend of nuclear families is estimated to spur the market growth in the coming years.
Growing humanization is projected to boost the market growth in the coming years.
Rising inclination of consumers toward dogs for companionship and security is anticipated to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
Increasing healthy food choices for pet is anticipated to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
Growing adoption of birds and fish is projected to drive the market growth in the coming years.
Rising focus on improving products quality is estimated to spur the market growth in the coming years.
Growing separation rate among few people is projected to boost the market growth in the coming years.
Increasing demand for transparency during purchasing of pet food product is anticipated to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
High cost of pet food import is estimated to restrict the market growth.
The trend of functional dog food in the market has led to new opportunities in the market growth.
The report on the China pet food market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
China Pet Food Market - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Product Types (Dry Pet Foods, Wet Pet Foods, Treats & Snacks, and Others), Animal Types (Dogs, Cats, Birds and Others), and Distribution Channels (Specialized Pet Shops, Internet Sets, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, and Others) |
Country Scope |
China |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Mars Incorporated; Nestle Purina Pet Food; Bridge PetCare; Yantai China Pet Food Co. Ltd; Huaxing Pet Food Co. Ltd; and Chengdu Care Pet Food Co. Ltd. |
On the basis of product types, the market is divided dry pet foods, wet pet foods, treats & snacks, and others. The dry pet foods segment is expected to hold a key share of the market in the coming years, as it supports oral health by reducing plaque and tartar buildup and no refrigeration is required. However, the wet pet foods segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to higher moisture content, which can help the pet to stay hydrated and avoid urinary tract problems.
Based on animal types, the market is segmented into dogs, cats, and others. The dogs segment is projected to constitute a major market share during the forecast period due to increased adoption of dogs to prevent social isolation. On the other hand, the cats segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period owing to decreased risk of stroke, lowers the risk of cancer, and reduces cat overpopulation & homelessness in the locality.
In terms of distribution channels, the market is segregated into specialized pet shops, Internet sets, supermarkets/hypermarkets, and others. The Internet sets segment is expected to hold a key share of the market in the coming years owing to rising online shopping trends among the population across the globe.
Moreover, the availability of pet food on e-commerce platforms has resulted in convenience to buy goods without any physical constraints to the consumers. On the other hand, the supermarkets/hypermarkets segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period owing to the access to a wide range of products from well-known brands under one roof, ease of product selection, and discounts and attractive deals.
The China pet food market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the China pet food market includes Mars Incorporated; Nestle Purina Pet Food; Bridge PetCare; Yantai China Pet Food Co. Ltd; Huaxing Pet Food Co. Ltd; and Chengdu Care Pet Food Co. Ltd.
Some of these players are engaging in business strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to enhance their market share.