China, with its deep-rooted culinary traditions that include steaming as a fundamental cooking method, is witnessing strong growth in the commercial electric food steamers market. The country’s rapid urbanization, along with the rising middle class and increasing health-consciousness, are key drivers of demand. As Chinese consumers place more value on nutritional, low-fat cooking, the demand for electric food steamers is expanding across restaurants, hospitals, schools, and catering services. The shift from traditional cooking methods, such as boiling and stir-frying, to more energy-efficient, healthier alternatives is fueling this growth. Furthermore, government regulations aimed at improving food safety standards and energy efficiency in commercial kitchens are encouraging operators to upgrade their equipment to electric models.
However, some challenges remain, including the high initial cost of advanced commercial steamers and a preference for traditional cooking methods in smaller, family-owned businesses. Despite these restraints, there are considerable opportunities for manufacturers to introduce affordable, locally produced models with customizable features suited to Chinese kitchens. Additionally, the growing popularity of plant-based and wellness-oriented diets, particularly in urban centers, is pushing the adoption of electric steamers. Emerging trends include the integration of IoT for remote monitoring and control, smart automation features, and compact designs for space-constrained urban kitchens.
TABLE - China Commercial Electric Food Steamers Market Size & Forecast By Type 2021-2033
Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Commercial Pressure Less Electric Food Steamer | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Commercial Pressure Electric Food Steamer | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - China Commercial Electric Food Steamers Market Size & Forecast By Application 2021-2033
Application | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Restaurants | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Hotels | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Catering Services | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - China Commercial Electric Food Steamers Market Size & Forecast By Distribution Channel 2021-2033
Distribution Channel | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Online Stores | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Specialty Stores | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Supermarkets/Hypermarkets | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis