South Korea Dodder Seed Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Application (Herbal Medicine, Dietary Supplements, Personal Care & Cosmetics), By Nature (Organic, Conventional), and South Korea Dodder Seed Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Dodder Seed Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Dodder Seed Market Size Is Expected To Hold A Significant Share By 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the South Korea Dodder Seed Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by South Korea's increasing need for traditional and alternative medicine, technological innovations in plant extraction technology, and the increasing awareness of digital health and online retailing.

Market Overview

Dodder seeds are obtained from the parasitic species of the plant Cuscuta, are popular for their antioxidant and medicinal characteristics. They have been conventionally utilized in Korean traditional herbal medicine and are currently being processed into beauty and wellness products as well as dietary supplements. Due to the increasing demand for natural beauty and wellness products in the country, the market for dodder seeds is expanding. Also, South Korea's government-initiated biotech projects like Golden Seed Project and smart-farming are supporting advanced cultivation and extraction tech for plant-based food ingredients for well-being. Domestic and export demand growth for clean-label and functional botanical ingredients are supporting market growth further.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea dodder seed market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea dodder seed market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South Korea dodder seed market.

Driving Factors

South Korea's increasing need for traditional and alternative medicine is one of the key drivers of dodder seed demand. Increased usage of natural supplements by health-conscious consumers has driven botanical ingredients such as dodder. Additionally, technological innovations in plant extraction technology along with increased investment in R&D from both the public and private sectors in Korea's agribiotechnology sector are driving the growth of dodder-based products in nutraceuticals and cosmetics. Higher awareness of digital health and online retailing websites has also made natural products more accessible to consumer groups.

Restraining Factors

One of the major limitations in the South Korean dodder seed industry is the less consciousness of the unique advantages of dodder seeds among the consumers. The crop is also widely viewed as an agricultural parasite, which generates a negative image among consumers. Additionally, cultivating dodder crops is complex owing to their nature as parasites, which affects the yield and commercial viability. Regulatory measures and standardization problems for herbal product approvals can also play a part in hindering market penetration, particularly by new companies or organically certified producers.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea Dodder Seed Market share is classified into application and nature.

• The dietary supplements segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea Dodder Seed Market is segmented by application into herbal medicine, dietary supplements, personal care & cosmetics. Among these, the dietary supplements segment dominates the South Korea Dodder Seed Market, accounting for the highest market share in recent years. Dietary Supplements segment is increasing rapidly developed by preventive medicine and functional food's growing popularity. Dodder seed extract is being sold on the basis of liver protective and antioxidant activity in the form of capsules, powder, and tea. Natural supplements are highly demanded by working professionals and Korean youth, and health product e-commerce platforms are driving this segment's growth.

• The organic segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea Dodder Seed Market is segmented by nature into organic and conventional. Among these, the organic segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The organic segment is growing rapidly as Korean consumers are demanding pesticide-free, sustainably cultivated health ingredients. The conventional segment still dominates due to wider availability and lower price points, but premium consumers, especially in skincare and wellness sector, are shifting toward certified organic ingredients.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea dodder seed market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Nutra Green Biotechnology
• Jirisan Herb Cooperative
• Linden farms
• Syngenta
• FarmHannong Seeds
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

 Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea Dodder Seed Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Dodder Seed Market, By Application

• Herbal Medicine
• Dietary Supplements
• Personal Care
• Cosmetics

South Korea Dodder Seed Market, By Nature

• Organic
• Conventional