Vegetable Flakes and Granules

Global Vegetable Flakes and Granules Market to Reach US$22.8 Billion by 2030

The global market for Vegetable Flakes and Granules estimated at US$18.4 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$22.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Onion, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.1% CAGR and reach US$5.0 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Tomato segment is estimated at 2.8% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$5.0 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 6.7% CAGR

The Vegetable Flakes and Granules market in the U.S. is estimated at US$5.0 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$4.6 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 6.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.5% and 2.8% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.1% CAGR.

Global Vegetable Flakes & Granules Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Vegetable Flakes and Granules Gaining Traction in Modern Food Systems?

Vegetable flakes and granules are becoming increasingly vital ingredients across a wide array of food applications, driven by the growing demand for shelf-stable, nutritious, and versatile vegetable-based solutions. These dehydrated products retain the flavor, color, and nutritional value of fresh vegetables while offering extended shelf life, easy handling, and minimal preparation time. As global food systems shift toward convenience, clean-label ingredients, and cost efficiency, vegetable flakes and granules are seeing widespread adoption in soups, sauces, ready meals, seasonings, snacks, and even pet food. Their functional benefits—such as acting as natural thickeners, flavor enhancers, and color stabilizers—have made them indispensable to food manufacturers seeking to maintain flavor and nutritional consistency without the perishability of fresh produce. The movement toward plant-forward and minimally processed foods is also supporting demand for dehydrated vegetables that contain no preservatives or artificial additives. Additionally, as supply chain volatility and inflation impact fresh produce availability, manufacturers are turning to flakes and granules for operational flexibility and reduced waste. This broader industry need for stability, nutrition, and convenience is placing vegetable flakes and granules at the heart of evolving food production strategies.

How Is Technology Shaping Quality and Efficiency in Dehydrated Vegetable Processing?

Innovations in dehydration technology are significantly elevating the quality, efficiency, and sustainability of vegetable flakes and granules production. Techniques such as air drying, drum drying, vacuum drying, and microwave-assisted dehydration are being refined to better preserve the nutritional integrity, texture, and natural color of vegetables during processing. Low-temperature drying, in particular, helps retain sensitive vitamins and phytonutrients, making these products more appealing for use in health-conscious and fortified foods. Improvements in slicing, dicing, and size-reduction equipment are enabling uniform flake and granule sizes, which are essential for consistent blending and rehydration in industrial formulations. Furthermore, automation and sensor-based monitoring systems are enhancing process control, ensuring high throughput and minimal energy consumption. As sustainability becomes a key priority, manufacturers are also integrating energy-efficient machinery, water recycling systems, and waste valorization strategies into their operations. Technological advancements in packaging—such as vacuum sealing and nitrogen flushing—are improving shelf life and product integrity, especially for export markets. Together, these innovations are ensuring that vegetable flakes and granules not only meet the highest quality standards but also support manufacturers’ goals for greener, leaner production.

Why Are End-Use Applications Expanding Across Food and Non-Food Sectors?

The utility of vegetable flakes and granules is expanding rapidly across multiple industries due to their adaptability, ease of use, and compatibility with clean-label and convenience trends. In the food industry, these products are increasingly used in packaged soups, instant noodles, ready-to-eat meals, bakery mixes, seasonings, baby food, and plant-based meat formulations, where they add flavor, texture, and nutrition. Snack manufacturers are incorporating vegetable granules into chip coatings and extruded snacks to boost their health appeal, while sauces and dips leverage their consistency and rapid hydration properties. The demand for functional ingredients in pet food is also growing, with vegetable flakes and granules adding digestibility and nutrient diversity to dry formulations. Beyond food, the cosmetic and nutraceutical sectors are exploring their use in powdered face masks, supplements, and herbal blends due to their high concentration of phytonutrients and antioxidants. The growing popularity of DIY and natural beauty trends is further driving this crossover. Additionally, vegetable flakes and granules are finding roles in humanitarian food aid, meal kits, and military rations, where lightweight, non-perishable, and nutrient-dense foods are essential. This broadening of end-use applications is creating new opportunities for manufacturers to diversify their customer base and enter adjacent markets.

What’s Driving the Rapid Global Growth of the Vegetable Flakes & Granules Market?

The growth in the vegetable flakes and granules market is driven by several factors directly linked to food industry modernization, shifting consumer preferences, and technological progress. One of the primary drivers is the global surge in demand for processed and convenience foods that prioritize nutrition, long shelf life, and minimal preparation—areas where dehydrated vegetables excel. Rising health consciousness and the move toward plant-based and functional foods have led manufacturers to seek clean, recognizable ingredients that can be easily integrated into a variety of formats. Technological advancements in dehydration and packaging are improving product quality, shelf stability, and export potential, making vegetable flakes and granules more attractive for global supply chains. Additionally, increasing urbanization and busy lifestyles in emerging economies are fueling demand for time-saving cooking solutions, while sustainability goals are pushing food companies to reduce food waste and emissions—something these shelf-stable vegetable products inherently support. The expansion of online retail and specialty food stores is also enhancing product availability and awareness among end consumers. Finally, volatile fresh produce markets, seasonal crop variations, and logistical challenges are prompting food producers to secure consistent, cost-effective vegetable inputs in dehydrated form. Collectively, these trends are positioning vegetable flakes and granules as essential components of the future-ready, efficient, and sustainable global food industry.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Vegetable Flakes and Granules market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Onion, Tomato, Potato, Carrot, Bell peppers & herbs, Others); Application (Instant soups, Pasta & noodles, Baked items, Ready to eat products, Spices & seasoning mixes, Others); End-User (Food manufacturing, Food service & retail)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 48 Featured) -

• BCFoods
• Bella Sun Luci
• California Sun Dry Foods
• European Freeze Dry
• Fitaky Food
• Harmony House Foods, Inc.
• ITC Limited
• Jiaozuo Hailian Food Co., Ltd.
• Kerry Group Plc
• Made-in-China.com
• Mevive International
• Mercer Foods, LLC
• MySpicer
• Ruiqiu Foods Co., Ltd.
• Sahmyook Foods
• Sensient Technologies
• Sinospices
• Stellar Market Research
• Van Drunen Farms
• Zhaofeng Foods

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