How do I export pet supplies?
Global Export Strategy for Pet Food, Pet Care Products, and Veterinary Medical Devices
Market Overview
The global pet supplies market is approximately $300 billion and is growing at a rate of 6% annually. The trend of pet humanization is driving an increase in demand for premium products.
Key Export Markets
The major markets include the United States (the world's largest market), the EU, Japan, China (rapidly growing), and Australia. Pet food is subject to food regulations, while pet care products fall under general consumer goods regulations.
Mandatory Certification
There are FDA registration and AAFCO standards (US pet food), FEDIAF (EU pet food), certification from the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (Korea), organic/Non-GMO certification, and CE marking (pet electronic products), among others.
Buyer Type
There are pet specialty store chains, large supermarket pet sections, online pet malls, veterinary clinics/pharmacies, and pet supplies importers, among others.
Major Exhibitions
Major events include Global Pet Expo (USA, March), Interzoo (Germany, May), Zoomark (Italy, May), and CIPS (China, November).
Buyer Type
Pet specialty store chain
Large pet retailers such as PetSmart and Petco
Online Pet Mall
Chewy, Amazon pet section, etc.
Pet supplies importer
Local pet supplies trade specialist
Mandatory Certification
Major Exhibitions
| common.tableHeaders.tradeShowName | common.tableHeaders.location | common.tableHeaders.period |
|---|---|---|
| Global Pet Expo | Orlando, USA | March |
| Interzoo | Nuremberg, Germany | May (biennial) |
| CIPS | Shanghai, China | November |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What certifications are required for exporting pet food to the United States?
A. FDA facility registration, compliance with AAFCO nutritional standards, and adherence to labeling regulations are required. Additional registration may be necessary on a state-by-state basis.
Q. What is the trend in premium pet food?
A. There is a growing demand for Human-Grade, Grain-Free, organic, and functional products (joint/skin/diet). Transparency regarding the origin and quality of ingredients is also becoming increasingly important.