From the fields in Dafeng, Jiangsu to the automated workshops in Wafangdian, Dalian, dehydrated horseradish, a unique agricultural product, is dominating the global market with China's unique industrial advantages. As an important category of natural spices, Chinese dehydrated horseradish relies on its geographical endowment, technological innovation, economies of scale, and policy support to build a competitive advantage in the entire industry chain. It not only enhances the international reputation of "Chinese flavor", but also injects lasting momentum into rural revitalization.
The continuous breakthroughs in technological innovation have upgraded the industrial level. The processing of dried horseradish in China has shifted from traditional sun drying to modern techniques such as vacuum low-temperature dehydration and freeze-drying, effectively retaining active ingredients such as isothiocyanates in horseradish, extending shelf life, and enhancing flavor intensity. Weifang Horseradish Comprehensive Industrial Park has introduced a fully automatic dehydration control system from Germany, with an annual processing capacity of 80000 tons of fresh horseradish; Dalian enterprises achieve precise control of processing parameters through intelligent temperature control technology, and the product qualification rate remains above 99%. The improvement of the deep processing system has doubled the added value of products. From basic dehydrated tablets to freeze-dried horseradish powder and instant seasoning sauce, the output value of derivative products has exceeded 1.2 billion yuan, accounting for 34.6% of the total output value of the industry chain. Technological iteration not only solves the pain points of traditional processing, but also enables Chinese products to form differentiated advantages in the international market.
The global expansion of market layout demonstrates competitive strength. Dalian Wafangdian has become a global center for horseradish processing and export, with a global market share of nearly 70%. Its products are exported to more than 60 countries and regions, with a single export value of 205 million yuan in 2024. The domestic market also has enormous potential, with a market size of 1.26 billion yuan for dried horseradish in 2023 and expected to exceed 1.68 billion yuan by 2025. The rise of the pre packaged food industry and the development of restaurant chains have become the core driving forces. The explosive growth of online channels has further expanded consumer scenarios. In 2023, the sales of horseradish products on e-commerce platforms increased by 38.5% year-on-year, with young consumers becoming the main force. The dual efforts of domestic and international markets have built a market ecosystem with strong risk resistance capabilities.
From fields to dining tables, from domestic to overseas, the industrial advantage of dried horseradish in China is not only due to its natural geographical conditions, but also to continuous innovation and collaboration. In the wave of upgrading health consumption and deepening global trade, this characteristic industry is taking quality as the core and technology as the wing, writing a wonderful chapter for Chinese agricultural products to go global. In the future, with the advancement of functional product innovation and digital transformation, Chinese dried horseradish will surely shine brighter in the global seasoning market.
Post time: Nov-20-2025
