| Product Code: ETC12654213 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
China import shipments of meal replacement drinks are seeing a significant uptick, with top exporting countries including South Korea, Germany, USA, Japan, and Thailand. The market witnessed a shift from low to moderate concentration in 2024, indicating increased competition among suppliers. With a strong compound annual growth rate of 10.35% from 2020 to 2024 and a notable growth rate of 19.28% in 2023-24, the meal replacement drinks sector in China is showing promising signs of expansion and diversification in the global market.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Consumer Demographics, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness among Chinese consumers |
4.2.2 Busy lifestyles leading to higher demand for convenient meal options |
4.2.3 Growing awareness about weight management and fitness |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Cultural preference for traditional meals over meal replacement drinks |
4.3.2 Concerns about the nutritional value and ingredients of meal replacement drinks |
5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Trends |
6 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market, By Types |
6.1 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Protein-based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbohydrate-based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Fat-based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Fiber-based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retailers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmacies, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market, By Consumer Demographics |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Athletes, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Busy Professionals, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Elderly, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Weight Management Seekers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market, By Packaging Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Bottles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Cans, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Tetra Packs, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenues & Volume, By Sachets, 2021 - 2031F |
7 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of active users of meal replacement drinks apps or online platforms |
8.2 Percentage increase in sales of health and wellness products in China |
8.3 Growth in the number of fitness centers or gyms in major cities in China |
9 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Consumer Demographics, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Meal Replacement Drinks Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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