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Infrared Drying For Foods Market Size, Value And Growth Trajectory Through 2030
The market for infrared drying for foods has demonstrated robust expansion recently. It is anticipated to grow from $1.11 billion in 2025 to $1.21 billion in 2026, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. This historical growth can be attributed to factors such as the high energy consumption associated with conventional drying methods, the increasing demand for processed foods, the adoption of industrial drying equipment, a growing awareness regarding food quality preservation, and the expansion of food processing industries in the Asia-Pacific region.
The infrared drying for foods market is projected to experience substantial expansion over the upcoming years. This market is anticipated to reach $1.74 billion by 2030, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The drivers behind this projected growth include a heightened emphasis on energy-efficient and sustainable drying methods, increased capital expenditure in advanced food processing machinery, a need for continuous drying systems with greater throughput, the integration of artificial intelligence and automation into drying procedures, and the broadening of infrared drying uses across novel food categories. Key developments anticipated during this timeframe involve the wider acceptance of infrared drying techniques in food processing, a surge in the demand for energy-saving drying options, the extension of infrared drying applications to encompass fruits, vegetables, and grains, an intensifying commitment to preserving nutritional content and product integrity, and the incorporation of automated and uninterrupted drying systems.
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Infrared Drying For Foods Market Industry Drivers: What’s Behind The Revenue Growth?
The rising consumer need for processed food items is projected to stimulate the expansion of the infrared drying for foods market in the coming years. Processed foods are defined as products that have been modified from their natural condition to improve their shelf life, safety, or convenience, encompassing categories such as ready-to-eat meals, snack products, and various beverages. This escalating demand for processed foods is primarily attributed to evolving consumer lifestyles and busy work schedules, which promote the consumption of convenient and readily available food solutions. Infrared drying technology enhances the production of processed foods by enabling faster, energy-efficient moisture removal, thereby elevating product quality, extending shelf life, and boosting overall manufacturing efficiency. For example, in July 2025, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a Canada-based government department for agriculture and food-related products, reported that in 2024, Canadian exports of processed food and beverage products amounted to $59.8 billion, showing a 3.8% increase compared to 2023. Thus, the heightened demand for processed foods is a significant impetus behind the growth of the infrared drying for foods market.
Infrared Drying For Foods Market Segment Analysis: What Are The Core Market Categories?
The infrared drying for foods market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Technology: Near-Infrared, Far-Infrared, Medium-Infrared
2) By Equipment Type: Batch, Continuous, Tunnel, Cabinet, Other Types
3) By Capacity: Small Capacity, Medium Capacity, Large Capacity
4) By Application: Fruits And Vegetables, Meat And Seafood, Dairy Products, Bakery and Confectionery, Grains And Cereals, Other Applications
5) By End-User: Food Processing Companies, Food Service, Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Near-Infrared: Short Wave Near Infrared, Medium Wave Near Infrared, Long Wave Near Infrared, Pulsed Near Infrared
2) By Far-Infrared: Ceramic Far Infrared, Quartz Far Infrared, Carbon Far Infrared, Tungsten Far Infrared
3) By Medium-Infrared: Filtered Medium Infrared, Broad Spectrum Medium Infrared, Lamp Based Medium Infrared, Gas Medium Infrared
Infrared Drying For Foods Market Leading Players And Competitive Positioning
Major companies operating in the infrared drying for foods market are GEA Group AG, Bühler Group, Heat and Control Inc., Glenro Inc., Kerone Engineering Solutions Ltd., Craftolite Solutions Private Limited, Heat One Technology, Genex Tech Industries LLP, Pratham Engineering, Tsung Hsing Food Machinery Co Ltd, Indofab Industries, Infrared Heating Technologies LLC, Infron Heating Solutions Private Limited, Püschner GmbH + Co. KG, Technovative Systems Private Limited, Umrao Automation Pvt. Ltd., Kreyenborg Gmbh And Co. KG, Maan Global Industries Pvt. Ltd, Preetha Enterprises, TOE ENGINEERING PROJECTS PVT.LTD.
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Infrared Drying For Foods Market Regional Distribution: Which Areas Power Market Growth?
North America was the largest region in the infrared drying for foods market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the infrared drying for foods market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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