Hong Kong ranked as the eleventh-largest export destination for U.S. pet food in 2025. Over the past three years, despite pandemic-related disruptions and subsequent pressure on consumer spending, U.S. pet food exports globally have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between $2.4 billion and $2.5 billion annually. Although overall U.S. pet food exports declined slightly in 2025, shipments to Hong Kong increased by 6.6 percent year-on-year to approximately $28 million. The United States continues to benefit from strong brand recognition and a reputation for high safety and quality standards among Hong Kong pet owners. Globally, U.S. pet food exports remain supported by strong demand for
THIS REPORT CONTAINS ASSESSMENTS OF COMMODITY AND TRADE ISSUES MADE BY USDA STAFF AND NOT NECESSARILY STATEMENTS OF OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENT POLICY
premium and specialized formulations, including grain-free, functional, and veterinary-recommended diets, which are also increasingly popular among Hong Kong consumers. Hong Kong: Table 1 - U.S. Pet Food Exports1
January-December U.S. Exports (Million USD)
Export Market World Canada Mexico China Japan Australia Colombia South Korea Taiwan Netherlands Costa Rica Hong Kong
2021 2,056 977 165 72 119 93 53 55 38 26 46 35
2022 2,482 1,123 178 264 135 128 55 62 37 24 48 33
2023 2,405 1,200 206 258 122 90 47 42 39 26 39 32
2024 2,529 1,252 234 297 111 107 45 46 35 25 29 26
2025 2,440 1,189 261 245 113 104.6 52.5 47.4 41.7 33 32 28