| Product Code: ETC11268357 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, China continued to rely on key suppliers for wet cat food imports, with the USA, New Zealand, Thailand, Italy, and Canada leading the way. Despite high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the market experienced a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -5.32% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate further declined by -12.82% from 2023 to 2024, reflecting challenges and shifts in consumer demand within the industry. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for stakeholders navigating the competitive landscape of the Chinese wet cat food 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 Wet Cat Food Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Wet Cat Food Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Wet Cat Food Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ingredient, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Wet Cat Food Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing pet ownership rates in China |
4.2.2 Rising disposable income leading to higher spending on premium pet food products |
4.2.3 Growing awareness about the importance of pet nutrition and health |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Regulatory challenges related to pet food safety and quality standards in China |
4.3.2 Competition from other pet food categories like dry cat food and treats |
4.3.3 Economic uncertainties impacting consumer spending on non-essential items like wet cat food |
5 China Wet Cat Food Market Trends |
6 China Wet Cat Food Market, By Types |
6.1 China Wet Cat Food Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Gravy-Based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Pt , 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Loaf, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Minced, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 China Wet Cat Food Market, By Ingredient |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Meat-Based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Fish-Based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Plant-Based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Custom Mixes, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialized Diets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 China Wet Cat Food Market, By Packaging |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Cans, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Pouches, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic Trays, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Cartons, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Sustainable Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 China Wet Cat Food Market, By End Use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Pet Stores, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retailers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Veterinary Clinics, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct-to-Consumer, 2021 - 2031F |
7 China Wet Cat Food Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Wet Cat Food Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Wet Cat Food Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of pet ownership households in China |
8.2 Percentage of pet owners buying premium pet food products |
8.3 Growth in online sales of wet cat food in China |
9 China Wet Cat Food Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Wet Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ingredient, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Wet Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Wet Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Wet Cat Food Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Wet Cat Food Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Wet Cat Food Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |