- Smoked salmon, a premium seafood product prepared by curing and smoking salmon fillets, is increasingly popular in both food service and retail sectors due to its rich flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility in culinary applications
- The demand for smoked salmon is fueled by rising health consciousness, the growing popularity of gourmet and premium food products, and the increasing incorporation of seafood in global cuisines, such as sushi, salads, and appetizer
- Europe dominated the smoked salmon market with the largest revenue share of 46.3% in 2024, driven by its strong culinary tradition of smoked seafood, particularly in countries like Norway, Scotland, and the UK, where smoked salmon is a staple in both traditional and modern cuisines
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the smoked salmon market during the forecast period, propelled by increasing urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and growing consumer interest in Western cuisines and premium seafood products in countries like Japan, China, and South Korea
- The cold-smoked salmon segment dominated the largest market revenue share of 62.5% in 2024, driven by its delicate texture and raw-like taste, which are highly preferred by gourmet consumers for applications in sandwiches, salads, and sushi
