Kitchenware Market size was USD 73.3 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 133 billion by the end of 2037, expanding at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-2037. In 2025, the industry size of kitchenware is evaluated at USD 76.7 billion.
The rise in commercial kitchens worldwide fuels the demand for innovative and modern kitchenware solutions. For instance, the report by the California Energy Commission reveals that commercial food service facilities have a major influence on kitchen appliance technology and design. Food stores and restaurants collectively account for over 28% of the commercial sector. In California, an estimated 93,300 commercial food service facilities use around 560,000 major commercial natural gas-fired cooking appliances and 10% of the overall kitchenware market utilizes high-efficiency commercial gas cooking appliances, particularly EnergyStar. These statistics highlight that the dominance of commercial kitchens significantly influences innovations in kitchenware appliances.
The expanding hospitality sector, coupled with high tourism increases pressure for faster food services and better consumer experiences. Today a big demand is observed for professional kitchen devices and equipment. Considering these facts, many key kitchenware market players are concentrating on introducing modern and advanced kitchenware solutions. For instance, in February 2024, Hobart announced the launch of the new LXnR Advansys two-level undercounter dishwasher. This innovation is aimed at streamlining operations and cutting labor costs.
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2024 |
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2025-2037 |
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4.7% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 73.3 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 133 billion |
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Product (Cookware, Tableware, Appliances, Others)
Cookware segment is expected to capture around 40.8% kitchenware market share by the end of 2037. The e-commerce platforms are majorly contributing to the increasing sales of cookware items. The easy and cost-effective availability of modern cookware products on online platforms is augmenting their sales growth. According to the Research Nester study, in 2023, Amazon’s net sales rose 14% to USD 170.0 billion in the fourth quarter. This platform is a major online seller of multiple products including kitchenware, personal care, home care, and more. Such massive numbers underscore how positive is the e-commerce platforms for the commercialization of kitchenware products including cookware.
Price Range (Low, Mid, High)
By 2037, mid-range segment is projected to dominate over 49.5% kitchenware market share. Consumers most of the time prefer buying products that are of high quality, superior design, and at affordable prices. These factors contribute to the sales of mid-range kitchenware products. Branding and trust are some other factors that drive the sales of mid-range kitchenware products. Companies such as Futura, Pigeon, Hawkins, and Milton strategically offer high-quality products at reasonable prices, which attracts a wider consumer base, maximizing their revenue shares. Thus, start-ups entering this industry can focus on such tactics to boost their kitchenware market reach and shares.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:
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North America Market Forecast
North America kitchenware market is projected to account for revenue share of more than 26.1% by the end of 2037. The high presence of commercial kitchens, e-commerce boom, and social media creators influence are fueling the sales of kitchenware products. The United States is set to hold a major share of the North America kitchenware market throughout the forecast period.
In the U.S., the shared kitchen business is taking a boom, which is positively influencing the sales of commercial kitchenware solutions. The rise in food start-ups in the country is also set to uplift the demand for modern kitchenware solutions. As per the analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 50% of shared kitchens have registered within the last 5 years, which makes it an emerging marketplace in the country.
Canada’s expanding food service sector is set to augment the kitchenware market outlook in the coming years. For instance, according to the analysis by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, the country’s spending on food service reached USD 54.82 billion in 2024. Thus, to meet the country's growing demand for food services and to run seamless kitchen operations, many food establishments are employing advanced kitchenware solutions.
Asia Pacific Market Statistics
The Asia Pacific kitchenware market is set to increase at a swift pace during the projected period. The increasing expansion of key market players, continuous introduction of innovative appliances, and strong hotel industry are fueling the sales of advanced kitchenware products. India, China, Japan, and South Korea are high-earning marketplaces driven by high population growth.
India is one of the rapidly expanding tourism and hospitality markets in Asia Pacific. For instance, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation report, international tourist arrivals are estimated to reach 30.5 million by 2028. Travel and tourism alone contribute USD 199.6 billion to the country’s GDP. The rising tourism activities create pressure at the food service end, and to offer quick and better service to customers the commercial kitchens highly adopt smart appliances, contributing to the overall kitchenware market growth.
China has a strong presence of kitchenware manufacturers that is majorly influencing the overall market growth. Zhejiang ASD Co., Ltd., Supor Group Co., Ltd., and China Nanlong Group Co., Ltd. hold a dominant share of the China market. Research Nester analysis reveals that China’s share in global kitchenware exports increased to 75% in 2022 from 67% in 2017.
Key players in the kitchenware market employ several tactics such as technological innovations, strategic collaborations & partnerships, regional expansions, and digital marketing are aiding them to earn high profits. The integration of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and connected systems is leading to the development of advanced kitchenware solutions. The smart home trends are significantly contributing to the sales of next-gen kitchen appliances.
Many start-ups entering the kitchenware market are highly investing in R&D to introduce advanced solutions to stand out from the crowd. They are using digital marketing strategies to reach a wider consumer base. Many tech-savvy individuals are major contributors to their product sales. Furthermore, collaborations with social media creators are uplifting their product demand.
Some of the key players include:
Author Credits: Parul Atri
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