Consumption Trends and Export Potential of Vietnamese Vegetable Powders

In the context of global consumers increasingly focusing on healthy, natural, and convenient foods, Vietnamese vegetable powders for export have become one of the fastest-growing segments in the processed food ingredient industry.
According to a report by Fact.MR (2024), the global market for vegetable and fruit powders reached nearly USD 48 billion, with an average growth rate of 5.6% per year projected until 2034.

1. Consumption Trends of Vegetable Powders: “Eat Green – Live Healthy – Stay Convenient”

In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant shift in food consumption behavior. Instead of focusing on “tasty – quick meals,” modern consumers are moving towards the philosophy of “eat green – live healthy – sustainably.”
According to a NielsenIQ 2024 survey, up to 73% of global consumers prioritize choosing products that are naturally sourced and clean-label, meaning free from additives, preservatives, or artificial colors.

In developed markets such as the USA, Japan, South Korea, and Europe, busy consumers still want to supplement their daily intake of greens but in a more convenient way. Superfood powders have emerged, allowing them to easily mix into water, milk, smoothies, porridge, or quick meals – while still retaining the nutrients from fresh vegetables.

Food & beverage companies and functional food producers are also reformulating their products, shifting from synthetic ingredients to natural-sourced ingredients. They are looking for cold-dried vegetable powders, leaf powders, root powders, and tuber powders with clear origins and high nutrient content to create products that are clean, healthy, and environmentally friendly.

The fastest-growing product segments today include: detox powders, instant cereal powders, smoothie mixes, plant-based milk with vegetable blends, and natural extract capsules, etc. These product lines drive increasing demand for pure vegetable powders rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

In Vietnam, the trend of cold-dried vegetable powders is also spreading strongly, especially among young consumers who are concerned with green diets, reducing starch, detoxing, and maintaining healthy weight. Types of powders such as celery, perilla leaf, houttuynia cordata, moringa, and sweet potato have become popular daily choices, not only domestically but also exported to South Korea, Japan, and the USA as ingredients for functional foods and nutritional beverages.

2. Why Vietnamese Vegetable Powders Are Favored in International Markets

2.1 Abundant Raw Materials Year-Round

Vietnam has a tropical monsoon climate and fertile soil – ideal conditions for growing a wide variety of high-value vegetables and herbs such as celery, perilla, moringa, houttuynia cordata, pennywort, sweet potato, taro, pumpkin, ginger, and turmeric.
The diverse raw materials allow Vietnamese producers to supply consistently throughout the year at competitive costs.

2.2 Competitive Pricing and Improved Quality

Compared to other countries in the region, Vietnamese cold-dried vegetable powders have clear advantages in competitive pricing and consistent quality, meeting strict standards of markets such as South Korea, Japan, the USA, and the EU.

Many companies, including Goodprice Vietnam, have invested in ISO and Halal certified production lines, ensuring their products meet import standards in South Korea, Japan, the EU, and the United States.

2.3 Natural Flavor and Color

One of the factors that make Vietnamese vegetable powders popular in international markets is their distinctive tropical ingredient characteristics.

Thanks to year-round sunshine, fertile soil, and diverse terrains, Vietnamese vegetables have higher nutrient content and natural bioactive compounds compared to temperate regions.

By applying cold-drying technology and microfine grinding with ISO standards, the finished powders retain bright natural colors, rich flavors, and nutrients.

2.4 OEM/ODM Support – Flexible to Requirements

Not stopping at supplying raw materials, Vietnamese companies, exemplified by Goodprice Vietnam, are increasingly shifting towards full-package solutions (OEM/ODM) to meet the demands of international brands.

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3. Export Potential of Vietnamese Vegetable Powders

According to data from the Vietnam Ministry of Industry and Trade (2024), Vietnamese vegetable powder exports have been growing at an average rate of 15–20% per year, reflecting the rising global demand for naturally sourced products.

Alongside traditional products such as dried fruits, coffee, and cashews, Vietnamese vegetable powders are emerging as a new high-potential category in the food ingredients sector.

Potential Import Markets

- South Korea and Japan: Prioritize products with Halal, HACCP, ISO, COA certifications, especially powders like celery, moringa, houttuynia cordata, and purple sweet potato – used in functional foods, teas, and detox powders.

- USA and Europe: Demand is increasing strongly for superfood powders and clean-label ingredients. F&B producers in the USA highly value Vietnamese vegetable powders for their competitive pricing, stable natural color, and easy blending.

- Australia and the Middle East: Expanding imports of natural ingredients, serving functional beverages and organic nutritional products.

According to Mordor Intelligence (2025), the global vegetable powder market is expected to exceed USD 10 billion by 2030, with an average CAGR of over 6% per year. This presents a great opportunity for Vietnamese companies to expand exports and integrate deeper into the global supply chain.

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4. Conclusion

Vietnamese vegetable powders – with advantages in climate, abundant raw materials, modern processing technology, and competitive pricing – are becoming a strategic product in Vietnam’s agricultural export sector.

Goodprice Vietnam – Ready to Partner Globally. With flexible production capacity, a diverse product portfolio, and experience exporting to South Korea, Japan, the USA, and the EU, Goodprice Vietnam is committed to providing high-quality, traceable vegetable powders that meet international standards.

We aim for long-term cooperation with importers, food producers, and health brands – together developing green, sustainable, and valuable products for consumers worldwide.

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