| Product Code: ETC379704 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
India`s air-dried food import market continues to thrive in 2024, with significant shipments arriving from top exporting countries including China, Turkey, Germany, Israel, and Egypt. The market shows high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) in 2024. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 is a notable 12.3%, with a strong growth rate of 20.67% from 2023 to 2024. This indicates a robust and expanding demand for air-dried food products in India, presenting opportunities for both domestic and international suppliers.

The air dried food market in India was valued at approximately 597 crore India Rupees in 2025 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7% between 2025 and 2031. High demand for convenience foods amongst consumers has been driving growth within this sector due to its easy preparation time requirement than those associated with frozen or canned foods. Additionally, increasing health awareness among Indias have made air dried foods increasingly popular due to their high nutrient content while having low fat levels when compared with other forms processed food items like fried snacks etc., hence providing further impetus to this segment`s growth prospects going forward into the forecast period.
The air-dried food market in India is gaining momentum due to the growing preference for healthy and nutritious food products. Air-dried foods retain essential nutrients and are free from harmful preservatives, making them an attractive choice for health-conscious consumers. Moreover, the ease of storage and transportation of air-dried food products is further contributing to market growth.
The India air-dried food market has to address issues related to hygiene, shelf-life, and transportation. Maintaining the nutritional content and quality of air-dried food products throughout the supply chain is essential to gain consumer trust.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the India Air Dried Food Market experienced a surge in demand as consumers sought products with longer shelf lives and convenience. Lockdowns and fear of contamination influenced the shift towards packaged and preserved food items, driving the market`s growth.
India air dried food market has various key players such as DryFoods India Pvt. Ltd., AirDehydrate Foods, FreshDry Exports, and Nature`s AirDry Products. These companies specialize in producing and exporting air-dried food products, catering to the growing demand for convenient and long-lasting food options.