Asia Pacific Cat Food Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

Asia Pacific Cat Food Market Size

The Asia Pacific cat food market size was valued at USD 5.88 billion in 2023. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of USD 8.89 billion by 2032.

Key Takeaways

• As per industry reports, the cat population in Asia Pacific increased from 74.4 million in 2020 to 82.5 million in 2022, indicating a rise in companionship during this period.

• In China, the pet population, including cats, increased by 10.2% between 2018 and 2020, reaching 100.8 million in urban areas in 2020.

• As per industry reports, the religious beliefs of Indonesia and Malaysia has contributed to higher cat adoption rates, where in Indonesia and Malaysia, cat ownership accounted for 47% and 34%, respectively, in 2021.

There is a growing demand for premium cat food products, driven by increased awareness of pet nutrition and a willingness to spend more on high-quality pet food. For example, in Japan, brands like Royal Canin and Hill's Science Diet offer specialised formulas catering to specific health needs of cats, such as urinary health or weight management, which are gaining popularity among pet owners.

Secondly, the rise of e-commerce and online sales channels is driving Asia Pacific cat food market growth. For instance, in countries like China and South Korea, platforms like Tmall and Coupang have become popular choices for pet owners to purchase a wide range of cat food products conveniently online.

Finally, there is a growing demand for functional and supplemental cat food products. Examples include dental care treats from brands like Greenies and joint support formulas from Nutramax Laboratories, which are becoming popular choices for pet owners. This is driving the demand for cat food products.

Meat-based cat food dominates the Asia Pacific cat food market share as it provides the necessary protein and nutrients for their cats' growth and development. Brands like Mars Petcare, Nestlé Purina PetCare, and Hill's Pet Nutrition offer a wide range of meat-based cat food products, including wet and dry cat food, and treats. Fish-based cat food is another popular animal-derived ingredient in cat food, as it provides essential omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for cats' skin and coat health. Brands like Blue Buffalo offer a range of fish-based cat food products.

Organic cat food is also a popular choice among cat owners, as it provides cats with essential nutrients and proteins while also catering to the demand for vegan and vegetarian pet food options. Brands like Newman's Own Organics and Castor & Pollux offer a range of organic cat food products.

Market Segmentation

Asia Pacific Cat Food Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Product

• Dry Cat Food

• Cat Treats

• Wet Cat Food

Market Breakup by Ingredient Type

• Animal Derived

• Plant Derived

Market Breakup by Price Category

• Premium Products

• Mass Products

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

• Specialty Stores

• Online

• Others

Market Breakup by Country

• China

• Japan

• India

• ASEAN

• Australia

• Others

Competitive Landscape

Market players are competing to offer a wide range of premium cat food products to meet the needs of cat owners.

• Nestlé S.A.

• Mars, Incorporated

• Colgate-Palmolive Company

• General Mills, Inc.

• Wellness Pet Company, Inc. 

• The J.M. Smucker Company

• Drools Pet Food Pvt. Ltd.

• Nippon Pet Food Co., Ltd.

• Russo Mangimi S.p.A. (Farmina Pet Foods)

• INABA PETFOOD Co., Ltd.

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report