Dried Herbs Market Report 2026

The dried herbs market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.71 billion in 2025 to $7.17 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of traditional culinary practices, growth of spice and herb trade, increasing use of herbs in food processing, rising demand for shelf-stable ingredients, improved herb drying methods.

The dried herbs market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing preference for natural seasonings, rising demand for organic herbs, expansion of convenience food consumption, growing investments in food ingredient processing, increasing focus on traceable herb sourcing. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for natural flavoring ingredients, rising adoption of organic and clean-label herbs, growing use of dried herbs in ready-to-cook foods, expansion of advanced drying techniques, enhanced focus on aroma and flavor retention.

The expansion of the foodservice industry is expected to drive the growth of the dried herbs market in the coming years. The foodservice industry encompasses businesses and establishments that prepare, serve, and deliver food and beverages to customers. The growth of restaurants, cafes, and catering services increases demand for dried herbs, as chefs and food professionals often prefer their convenience and longer shelf life compared to fresh herbs. For example, in April 2024, the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), a U.S.-based trade association, reported that in 2023, total foodservice industry sales - including prepared foods, commissary items, and hot, cold, and frozen beverages - accounted for 26.9% of in-store sales, reflecting a 1.3 percentage point increase from the previous year. Therefore, growth in the foodservice industry is expected to boost demand for dried herbs during the forecast period.

Major companies in the dried herbs market are actively engaged in the development of innovative products, with a particular focus on advancements such as dry herb vaporizers. These devices, designed for the consumption of dry herbs such as tobacco or cannabis, utilize vaporization rather than combustion. By heating the material at lower temperatures, dry herb vaporizers enable the active compounds to vaporize without reaching the point of combustion. An illustrative example is the August 2023 launch of 'Celsius' by AUXO, a leading global player in vaporization technology based in Colombia. Celsius, AUXO's latest flagship 2-in-1 vaporizer, is designed for both dry herbs and concentrates, providing exceptional vapor performance within seconds. This compact and versatile vaporizer features a 360° rotatable mouthpiece and a distinctive airflow window, ensuring uniform heat distribution. Celsius utilizes triple heating technology, unlocking the full potential of aromas and flavors in just 6 seconds, delivering a seamless and enhanced consumption experience. This highlights the commitment of major companies to introducing innovative products that cater to evolving consumer preferences in the dried herbs market.

In July 2024, Haudecoeur, a France-based company specializing in ethnic food, revealed its acquisition of Cepasco for an undisclosed sum. This strategic initiative is designed to strengthen Haudecoeur's standing in the competitive herbs and spices market, broadening its product offerings to serve a variety of customer segments. Cepasco is a wholesale grocer located in France.

Major companies operating in the dried herbs market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, Kraft Heinz Company, Pacific Botanicals, McCormick & Company Inc., Döhler Group SE, Alpine Herb Company, Synthite Industries Ltd., Nature's Way Products LLC, Frontier Co-op, Van Drunen Farms Inc., British Pepper & Spice Company Ltd., Star Kay White Inc., Starwest Botanicals Inc., Indiana Botanic Gardens Inc., Oregon's Wild Harvest LLC, Banyan Botanicals LLC, Penzey's Spices LLC, Mountain Rose Herbs Inc., Avi Naturals, Monterey Bay Spice Company, Red Moon Herbs Inc., Cherry Valley Organics LLC, Sorich Organics Private Limited, Hamps Bio Private Limited, Maduras Herbals Private Limited, Burlap & Barrel Single Origin Spices Inc.

Western Europe was the largest region in the dried herbs market in 2025, and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the dried herbs market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the dried herbs market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The dried herbs market consists of sales of marjoram, thyme, rosemary, oregano, mint, tarragon. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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