South Korea Ketones Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Ketone Salts, Ketone Esters, Ketone Oil, and Raspberry Ketone), By Application (Cosmetics & Personal Care, Food & Beverages, Dietary Supplements, and Others), and South Korea Ketones Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Ketones Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Ketones Market Size Was Estimated at USD 3,497.5 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.37% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Ketones Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 5,597.5 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The South Korea Ketones Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 5,597.5 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 4.37% from 2025 to 2035. The ketone market is the growing demand for ketone products from the automotive and aerospace industries. The industry is growing as a result of this demand as well as the growing need for high-temperature insulators worldwide.

Market Overview

The ketones market states that the global supply and consumption chain of ketone-containing products includes dietary supplements, functional foods, and medical uses. Ketones are organic compounds, specifically organic compounds that encompass a carbonyl group (C=O). Ketones are made in the liver during periods of low carbohydrate intake or extended fasting when the body enters a state of ketosis. Moreover, consumers are becoming increasingly health conscious, the popularity of ketogenic diets, in consideration of positive attributes about weight management, cognitive function, and athletic performance, among others. The increasing popularity of fad ketogenic diets, which increase fat and reduce carbohydrates, and the global expansion of ketone-based products and supplements. The rise in popularity of Ketogenic diets significantly drives demand for products and supplements that contain ketones. Ketones are being studied for their therapeutic potential in the treatment of neurological disease, obesity, and diabetes. Also, not only are ketones used in dietary supplements and functional foods, but ketones are now being used in cosmetics and personal care applications, using the potential benefits of skin health and hair health. Governments are increasingly creating policies that favor bio-based chemicals in place of chemicals from petroleum, leading to tax incentives, grants, and more rigorous environmental legislation.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea ketones market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea ketones 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 ketones market.

Driving Factors

consumers are growing increasingly conscious of the potential advantages of ketone supplements and ketogenic diets, including increased sports performance, weight loss, and improved cognitive function. The demand for ketone supplements that help individuals enter ketosis is being driven by the growing popularity of the ketogenic diet as a weight-loss and general health strategy. The ketones market is expanding as such of research into ketones' potential to enhance sports performance, promote muscle building, and lessen "keto flu" symptoms. To accommodate the varied tastes and health objectives of its customers, producers are always releasing new ketone supplements, food items, and beverages as well as personal care items.

Restraining Factors

The expansion of the market may be impacted by regulatory obstacles in different areas that delay the approval and accessibility of ketone products. The potential advantages and applications of ketones may not be well known to many consumers, which could reduce demand and hamper the market growth. Ketone production can be a complicated process that calls for certain tools and knowledge, which can cause technical issues and reduce company profits.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea ketone market share is classified into type and application.

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

The South Korea ketones market is segmented by type into ketone salts, ketone esters, ketone oil, and raspberry ketone. Among these, the ketone oil segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Ketone oil has antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory qualities. This is because it functions as an emollient in lotions, sunscreens, and other goods and as a carrier for viscosity regulators and active compounds, ketones are used in the manufacturing of cosmetics and personal care products.

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

The South Korea ketones market is segmented by application cosmetics & personal care, food & beverages, dietary supplements, and others. Among these, the dietary supplements segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Because of customers' increased awareness of their health. The working population worldwide is focusing on consuming the necessary daily nutrition as a result of shifting lifestyles and work schedules. The market is anticipated to be driven over the forecast period by the growing need for dietary supplement products to supply the necessary nutrients due to their easy accessibility.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea ketones 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

• Ketone Aid Inc.
• Ketologic
• Caldic B.V.
• Boli Naturals
• Genomatica, Inc.
• Keto & Company
• Pruvit
• Ancient Nutrition
• Zhou Nutrition
• BPT Sports
• Compound Solution Inc.
• 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 ketones market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Ketones Market, By Type

• Ketone Salts
• Ketone Esters
• Ketone Oil
• Raspberry Ketone

South Korea Ketones Market, By Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care
•  Food & Beverages
•  Dietary Supplements
•  Others