United States Cookware Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Pots & Pans, Pressure Cooker, Cooking Racks, Cooking Tools, Bakeware, and Microware Cookware), By Material (Stainless-steel, Carbon Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminum, Glass, Stoneware, and Others), and United States Cookware Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United States Cookware Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The US Cookware Market Size Was Estimated at USD 4258.9 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.09% from 2025 to 2035
• The US Cookware Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 8158.1 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United States Cookware Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 8158.1 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.09% from 2025 to 2035. The expansion of the United States cookware market is propelled by the rising popularity of modular kitchens and the excellent quality of life in the United States.

Market Overview

The cookware refers to the pots, pans, and other cooking implements that are usually used in ovens or on stovetops. With the increasing trend of eating outside the home and with the growing number of cafes and restaurants, the U.S. cookware market is expected to realize strong growth opportunities. This is because commercial kitchens of coffee shops, cafes, and restaurants need cookware to process food, as well as serve food, to customers quickly. The restaurant industry is doing particularly well due to factors like customer demand for quality food and services, convenience, and socialization. As a result, restaurant owners are investing more money into quality modern cookware. According to the National Restaurant Association, in 2020, there were over 1 million restaurant locations throughout the United States. The quick service restaurant (QSR) industry is also expanding rapidly, as it provides a quick delivery model and fast meal options. The demand for cookware, including Instant Pots, is growing. There are massive changes occurring in the U.S. cookware market driven by technology advancements and an increase in consumer demand for experiences around luxury goods. Smart kitchen technology has been revolutionary for the cookware market with IoT-based cookware, Bluetooth pans that can pair with smartphones in order to know exactly what temperature to control, and induction-ready forms that follow the trend toward induction stove usage.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States cookware 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 United States cookware market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, 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 United States cookware market.

Driving Factors

The growth of the United States cookware market is boosted by the increasing interest in cooking at home, which enhances all cookware categories. With the current attitudes surrounding health and safety, in the awareness of protecting oneself from germs and viruses, individuals have shifted to cooking and eating at home. A growing number of individuals are interested in learning new cooking techniques and cuisines, as well as improving their existing cooking talents and gaining more knowledge about cooking through food-related reality shows. Therefore, it is not far-fetched to claim that this will have a positive effect on cookware sales. The further reach of a surprising interest in cooking at home and experimenting with new recipes can be attributed to social media. Millennials have played a significant role in the growth of cookware products and the appeal of home-cooked meals.

Restraining Factors

The United States cookware market faces obstacles like the price fluctuations of raw goods such as copper, steel, and glass. Changes in raw material cost do impact cookware as they can utilize these basic materials in various ways.

Market Segmentation

The United States cookware market share is classified into product and material.

• The pots & pans segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States cookware market is segmented by product into pots & pans, pressure cooker, cooking racks, cooking tools, bakeware, and microware cookware. Among these, the pots & pans segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment is driven by the increasing demand for earth-friendly materials such as steel, ceramic, and wood in pots and pans. Millennials are the main factor in this growing trend. Sustainable pots and pans are trending due to growing consumer awareness of sustainability.

• The stainless-steel segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the material, the United States cookware market is segmented into stainless-steel, carbon steel, cast iron, aluminum, glass, soneware, and others. Among these, the stainless-steel segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is propelled because the material does not react with acidic or alkaline food, does not impart a metallic taste to food, and is also oven, grill, and dishwasher safe. This style of cookware is considered to be one of the most useful and versatile cookware products on the market, which helps the segment grow.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States cookware 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 elaborate 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

• The Vollrath Company
• Target Corp
• All-Clad
• Made In
• Heritage Steel Cookware
• Babish
• Ninja, Smithey
• Target
• Meyer Corporation
• Others

Recent Development

• In November 2022, Target intends to open large-format stores that will cover an area of approximately 150,000 square feet. The new store design will enable the company to expand its online ordering services and in-store merchandise offerings. In addition to enhancing Target's drive-up and in-store pickup capabilities, the new store design will be intended to provide more space for employees to prepare online delivery orders.

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 the United States, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United States Cookware market based on the following segments:

United States Cookware Market, By Product

• Pots & Pans
• Pressure Cooker
• Cooking Racks
• Cooking Tools
• Bakeware
• Microware Cookware

United States Cookware Market, By Material

• Stainless-steel
• Carbon Steel
• Cast Iron
• Aluminum
• Glass
• Stoneware
• Others