South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Pet Type (Dog Food, Cat Food, and Others), By Product Type (Dry Pet Food, Wet and Canned Pet Food, Snacks and Treats), and South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Size was Estimated at USD 81.0 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 11.90% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 279.0 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 279.0 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 11.90% from 2025 to 2035. The demand for premium, natural, and organic pet food is rising as more pet owners treat their animals like members of the family.

Market Overview

The market for pet food products made with natural and organic ingredients is known as the South Korean organic and natural pet food market. These products are distinguished by the lack of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial additives, and preservatives. Instead, they follow stringent organic farming guidelines and use ingredients that have been grown or raised without the use of artificial pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, antibiotics, or hormones. Additionally, Growing pet ownership and national awareness of pet nutrition are the main drivers of the organic and natural pet food market's expansion in South Korea. Customers are increasingly choosing natural and organic pet food that has been enhanced with better scientific formulations to satisfy their pets' nutritional needs.

Report Coverage

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

Driving Factors

The market is expanding due to a number of product innovations, such as the creation of high-end pet food with more nutrients. These products help to improve the immune system, minimize cell deterioration, and maintain optimal health. Accordingly, the market is expanding as such of the growing trend of pet humanization, which involves pet owners treating their animals like members of the family. A favourable outlook for the market is being created by additional factors, such as the easy access to products via e-commerce platforms and the rise in brand endorsements and ads pertaining to pet health awareness.

Restraining Factors

The production of pet food is subject to strict regulations in South Korea, which include stringent certification and testing procedures. For manufacturers, particularly small-scale producers, obtaining and preserving organic certifications can be difficult and time-consuming. Administrative workloads and operating expenses may rise as a result of these regulations.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market share is classified into pet type and product type

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

The South Korea organic and natural pet food market is segmented by pet type into dog food, cat food, and others. Among these, the dog food segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This dominance is explained by the fact that dogs are very popular pets in the nation and are increasingly seen as family members in South Korean homes. As a result, there is an increasing need for high-quality, natural, and organic food options that are suited to the nutritional requirements of dogs.

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

The South Korea organic and natural pet food market is segmented by product type into dry pet food, wet and canned pet food, snacks and treats. Among these, the dry pet food segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Its popularity is explained by its versatility, long shelf life, and ease of use with different kinds of pets. Manufacturers are developing dry food recipes that use premium, frequently additive-free ingredients in response to the growing consumer demand for natural and organic options. This pattern is consistent with pet owners' growing understanding of the significance of diet for the general well-being of their animals.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea organic and natural pet food 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

• CARESIDE Co., Ltd.
• Rosco Fine Foods Inc.
• Maya Trading Co
• Pulmuone Co., Ltd.
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In February 2023, Mars Petcare, a division of Mars, Incorporated, announced that it had successfully acquired Champion Petfoods, as previously reported. Champion Petfoods had been a leader in the rapidly expanding premium pet food market, and pet owners worldwide had trusted its two top brands, ORIJEN and ACANA.

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 organic and natural pet food market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market, By Pet Type

• Dog Food
• Cat Food
• Others

South Korea Organic and Natural Pet Food Market, By Product Type

• Dry Pet Food
• Wet and Canned Pet Food
• Snacks and Treats