Food Dehydrator Market Size - By Technology (Vertical Airflow, Horizontal Airflow), By End-use (Commercial Usage, Domestic/Residential Usage), By Energy Source (Electric, Biofuel, Solar, Other) & Forecast, 2024-2032

Food Dehydrator Market Size

Food Dehydrator Market size was valued at USD 2.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to record more than 6% CAGR between 2024 and 2032, owing to the surging awareness about food wastage.
 

Food dehydrators are used across commercial end-users as more customers are experimenting with their culinary tastes by trying dried foods. These machines assist in removing moisture from the food to increase their lifespan. They are also employed to preserve fruits, herbs, and meat. A major difference between the traditional food dehydration process and food dehydrators is that the latter can dry out and preserve foods without the need to use any additional preservatives, such as sugar, salt, and oil. This can make the end-product healthier for consumption.
 

Processed foods are gaining notable traction among the younger population as they can directly consume these products, thereby saving on time and effort. Lately, food processing is widely favored to extend the shelf life of the product without compromising on its nutritional value. This factor will boost the product deployment.  However, the high calorie content of many dehydrated foods will impede the market growth. Dehydrated food has the same nutritional value as fresh food, but often it increases its calorie content.
 

Food Dehydrator Market Trends

Processed foods are gaining notable traction among the younger population as they can directly consume these products, thereby saving on time and effort. Lately, food processing is widely favored to extend the shelf life of the product without compromising on its nutritional value. This factor will boost the product deployment.  However, the high calorie content of many dehydrated foods will impede the global food dehydrator market growth. Dehydrated food has the same nutritional value as fresh food, but often it increases its calorie content.
 

Food Dehydrator Market Analysis

Based on technology, the market from the vertical airflow segment is projected exceed USD 1.3 billion by 2032, due to its efficient and uniform drying capabilities, especially for stacking trays. In vertical airflow dehydrators, the heat is evenly distributed from top to bottom, ensuring consistent dehydration across all layers, which is ideal for drying fruits, vegetables, and meats. This design not only optimizes space usage but also offers quicker drying times, making it popular among consumers who prioritize efficiency and compactness.
 

In terms of the end-use, the food dehydrator market is segmented into commercial and domestic usage. Among the commercial end-users, the food & beverage segment was estimated to hold over 40% share in 2023. In the food & beverage (F&B) sector, food dehydrators are largely used to dry fruits, vegetables, and meats, which increases their longevity while keeping their nutrition value intact. The growing trend of health-conscious consumers seeking natural and preservative-free snacks is also driving businesses to invest in commercial dehydrators for producing dried goods. 
 

With respect to energy source, the electricity segment in the food dehydrator market will account for over 37% share by 2032 due to the convenience and efficiency it offers in the dehydration process. Electric food dehydrators provide precise temperature control, consistent heat distribution, and automated operation, which are essential for achieving uniform drying and preserving the quality of the food. 
 

North America food dehydrator market size is predicted to showcase more than 6% CAGR from 2024-2032 driven by increasing consumer demand for healthy, homemade snacks and the rising popularity of food preservation methods that retain nutritional value. Technological advancements have led to more efficient and user-friendly dehydrators, appealing to health-conscious individuals and home cooks. The expanding trend of sustainable and self-sufficient food practices, combined with a growing interest in reducing food waste are also propelling the regional market growth.
 

Food Dehydrator Market Share

These leading companies are using strategic partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, and capacity expansions to expand their global footprint. They are also focusing on new product developments to scale their revenues.
 

Food Dehydrator Market Companies

Prominent participants operating in the food dehydrator industry include:

• The Metal Ware (Nesco)
• Vitality 4 Life
• National Presto Industries
• Waring Commercial
• Hamilton Beach Brands
• Koolatron
• Foshan Mel-Tech Electrical Appliances Company
• Kerone Engineering Solutions
• Ekotec Energy Heat Pumps
• Aroma Housewares
• Guangdong IKE Industrial
• Salton
• NutriChef Kitchen
• Ronco
   

Food Dehydrator Industry News

• In December 2022, The Food Drying Co. introduced its drying hub network initiative for providing human and animal food processors with access to premium vacuum drying capabilities through a leasing model.
   

The food dehydrator market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD million from 2021 to 2032 for the following segments:

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Market, By Technology

• Vertical Airflow
• Horizontal Airflow

Market, By End - Use

• Commercial Usage
  • Food & Beverage Industry
  • Nutraceutical Industry
  • Herbal products industry
• Domestic / Residential Usage

Market, By Energy Source

• Electricity
• Biofuel
• Solar
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America
• MEA
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Rest of MEA