Market overview
The global tempeh market is worth USD 3.3 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 5.9 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.0% CAGR. Indonesia is the largest country market and Fresh is the largest by form segment.
| Scope | Fermented soybean cake known as tempeh, sold fresh, frozen and as ready-to-cook products to retail, foodservice and food makers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 3.1 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 3.3 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 5.9 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 2,466,337 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 3,998,502 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1,332 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Tempeh market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 3.3 bn |
| 2027 | USD 3.5 bn |
| 2028 | USD 3.7 bn |
| 2029 | USD 3.9 bn |
| 2030 | USD 4.1 bn |
| 2031 | USD 4.4 bn |
| 2032 | USD 4.7 bn |
| 2033 | USD 4.9 bn |
| 2034 | USD 5.2 bn |
| 2035 | USD 5.6 bn |
| 2036 | USD 5.9 bn |
Tempeh market segmentation
By form
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh | 52.0% | 46.3% | USD 1.7 bn | 4.8% |
| Frozen and chilled packs | 28.0% | 30.1% | USD 920 mn | 6.8% |
| Flavoured and ready-to-cook | 20.0% | 23.6% | USD 657 mn | 7.8% |
By source
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soybean | 80.0% | 74.1% | USD 2.6 bn | 5.2% |
| Grain and legume blends | 14.0% | 18.8% | USD 460 mn | 9.2% |
| Other legumes | 6.0% | 7.0% | USD 197 mn | 7.7% |
By channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional markets | 46.0% | 36.4% | USD 1.5 bn | 3.5% |
| Supermarkets | 28.0% | 29.4% | USD 920 mn | 6.5% |
| Foodservice | 16.0% | 17.6% | USD 526 mn | 7.0% |
| Online | 10.0% | 16.6% | USD 329 mn | 11.5% |
By nature
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 84.0% | 78.0% | USD 2.8 bn | 5.2% |
| Organic | 10.0% | 14.0% | USD 329 mn | 9.6% |
| Non-GMO and clean label | 6.0% | 8.0% | USD 197 mn | 9.1% |
By pack size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 250 g | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 920 mn | 6.0% |
| 250 to 500 g | 40.0% | 38.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 5.5% |
| Above 500 g | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 657 mn | 6.0% |
| Bulk and foodservice | 12.0% | 14.0% | USD 394 mn | 7.7% |
Top 25 countries for tempeh by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 97.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 98.9%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indonesia | USD 2.6 bn | 78.0% | USD 4.4 bn | 5.5% |
| 2 | United States | USD 197 mn | 6.0% | USD 471 mn | 9.1% |
| 3 | Netherlands | USD 82 mn | 2.5% | USD 165 mn | 7.2% |
| 4 | Malaysia | USD 82 mn | 2.5% | USD 153 mn | 6.4% |
| 5 | Germany | USD 49 mn | 1.5% | USD 106 mn | 8.0% |
| 6 | Japan | USD 49 mn | 1.5% | USD 82 mn | 5.3% |
| 7 | Australia | USD 49 mn | 1.5% | USD 100 mn | 7.3% |
| 8 | United Kingdom | USD 49 mn | 1.5% | USD 106 mn | 8.0% |
| 9 | Singapore | USD 33 mn | 1.0% | USD 65 mn | 7.0% |
| 10 | Canada | USD 33 mn | 1.0% | USD 71 mn | 8.0% |
| 11 | Thailand | USD 5.9 mn | 0.2% | USD 11 mn | 6.6% |
| 12 | Vietnam | USD 5.6 mn | 0.2% | USD 11 mn | 7.2% |
| 13 | France | USD 5.6 mn | 0.2% | USD 8.8 mn | 4.7% |
| 14 | Philippines | USD 4.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 10 mn | 7.3% |
| 15 | South Korea | USD 4.3 mn | 0.1% | USD 8.2 mn | 6.8% |
| 16 | Italy | USD 4.3 mn | 0.1% | USD 7.1 mn | 5.2% |
| 17 | Spain | USD 4.3 mn | 0.1% | USD 7.1 mn | 5.2% |
| 18 | Brunei | USD 3.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 5.1% |
| 19 | Belgium | USD 3.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 5.1% |
| 20 | Switzerland | USD 3.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 5.1% |
| 21 | Sweden | USD 3.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 5.1% |
| 22 | Hong Kong | USD 3.9 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 5.1% |
| 23 | Ireland | USD 3.3 mn | 0.1% | USD 5.3 mn | 4.9% |
| 24 | United Arab Emirates | USD 3.3 mn | 0.1% | USD 5.9 mn | 6.0% |
| 25 | Cambodia | USD 2.6 mn | 0.08% | USD 5.9 mn | 8.4% |
| Rest of world | USD 35 mn | 1.1% | USD 64 mn | 6.2% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Lightlife
- Tofurky
- Rhapsody Natural Foods
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Noble Bean
- Henry's Tempeh
- Taifun-Tofuprodukte
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Better Nature
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the tempeh market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by form, by source, by channel, by nature, by pack size. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the tempeh market?
The global tempeh market is estimated at USD 3.1 bn in 2025 and USD 3.3 bn in 2026.
How fast will the tempeh market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 5.9 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 2.6 bn.
Which country is the largest market for tempeh?
Indonesia is the largest market by revenue at USD 2.6 bn in 2026, 78.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 86.5%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, United States is growing fastest at 9.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which tempeh segment is largest?
In the by form split, Fresh is the largest segment with 52.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading tempeh companies?
Global leaders include Lightlife, Tofurky, Rhapsody Natural Foods.
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