□Trends in the South African Kim Snacks Market

Published 2025년 1월 6일

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The article highlights the growing popularity of sushi in South Africa, which has led to an increase in the demand for seaweed. The seaweed snack market in the country is projected to reach $21.6 million by 2032, with Nori Sheets being the most consumed type in the African and Middle Eastern regions. The majority of imports are from China, with Korea also contributing a significant share. South Africa's health-conscious consumers are drawn to sushi and seaweed due to their exotic nature and health benefits. To succeed in this niche market, Korean products should target health-conscious consumers and comply with the country's strict food labeling regulations.

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Sushi becomes popular in the dining out culture… Demand for seaweed also increases Forming friendly relations with China and Japan Sushi becomes a popular menu Evaluated as a healthy exotic delicacy Market size of 13.1 million dollars in 2022 Projected to reach 21.6 million dollars in 2032 Need to exploit niche markets by leveraging Korean characteristics Physically distant from Asian countries such as Korea, Japan, and China, which are familiar with and frequently eat seaweed, Africa is bound to have low awareness of seaweed as a snack and low consumption of seaweed. However, seaweed is not an unfamiliar ingredient in South Africa. Seaweed is an ingredient that can be easily found not only in Asian grocery stores but also in the food section of large supermarkets. The fact that seaweed has become a familiar ingredient can be largely attributed to the influence of Japanese sushi, which is served in numerous restaurants. South Africa has maintained friendly relations with China and ...

Source: Fisheco