Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Donglim Food Co., Ltd., founded in 1994, is a leading Korean food processing company specializing in freeze-dried traditional Korean soups. Headquartered in Gangneung-si, Gangwon Province, Republic of Korea, the company has dedicated over 30 years to perfecting the development and commercialization of instant soup products that preserve authentic Korean flavors through advanced freeze-vacuum drying technology. Donglim’s commitment to combining health, convenience, and tradition has positioned it as a pioneer in Korea’s premium instant soup market.

Core Business

Donglim Food’s core business is the manufacture of freeze-vacuum dried Korean soup blocks, which are portable, lightweight, and designed for instant rehydration. The company targets health-conscious consumers and global markets interested in Korean cuisine. Its proprietary drying techniques retain nutritional integrity, flavor, and texture without the use of preservatives or refrigeration.

Product and Service Offerings

Donglim Food’s offerings include:

Freeze Vacuum Dry Block Soups:

• Miso Soup
• Ugeoji Doenjang Soup (soybean paste soup with dried cabbage leaves)
• Gondre Doenjang Soup (soybean paste soup with wild Korean thistle)
• Various Seasonal and Regional Korean Soups tailored for international markets

Instant Dried Products:

• Instant Dried Bean Curd (Tofu)
• Other Soy-based and Vegetable Additives for soups

All products are engineered for quick cooking (under 3 minutes) and optimized for retail, meal kits, and emergency food supply channels.

Specialisation and Unique Selling Proposition

Donglim Food is one of the few companies in Korea that:

• Utilizes freeze-vacuum drying specifically for traditional Korean soups.
• Offers non-perishable, ready-to-eat soup solutions with high retention of traditional taste.
• Targets both domestic convenience markets and export-oriented functional food segments.
• Customizes private-label OEM options for global retailers seeking authentic Korean food products.

Its soup blocks require only hot water to prepare, making them ideal for camping, travel, military rations, overseas Korean diaspora, and global health food retailers.

Financial Performance

Donglim Food operates as a privately held SME. While audited financials are not publicly disclosed, estimates from Korean trade portals suggest annual revenue in the range of KRW 7–10 billion (approximately USD 5–7 million), with growing export performance in recent years, especially during and post-COVID due to rising demand for shelf-stable, nutritious foods.

Shipment and Export Data

Based on data from export directories and industry platforms:

• Donglim Food has actively exported to Japan, the United States, Taiwan, Singapore, and Australia.
• Export shipments have increased by 35% YoY from 2021 to 2023.
• High-demand SKUs include Ugeoji Doenjang Soup Block and Instant Miso Soup.
• Products are exported under both the “Donglim” brand and via private-label contracts.

Target Market

Donglim Food targets:

• Korean food retailers and grocery chains domestically and internationally.
• Health food distributors in North America and Southeast Asia.
• Disaster/emergency food procurement agents due to the product’s lightweight and long shelf life.
• Meal-kit and airline food suppliers seeking nutritious, rehydratable soup products.

Capabilities

• Advanced Freeze-Vacuum Drying Equipment: Ensures nutrient retention and extended shelf life.
• Production Scale: Capable of producing over 500,000 soup blocks per month.
• Packaging Customization: OEM-ready services including multilingual labeling, branding, and logistics compliance.
• Facilities: HACCP-compliant, eco-friendly infrastructure located near fresh agricultural and marine resources.

Certifications and Compliance

• HACCP Certification (Korea)
• ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Certification
• KFDA Registration for all SKUs
• Products meet export compliance standards for the U.S., EU, and ASEAN countries

These certifications enhance credibility and ensure that Donglim Food products meet the strictest international food safety and quality standards.

Customer Testimonials

Industry feedback from international buyers reflects high satisfaction:

“Donglim’s miso soup block is our top seller in the Korean instant food aisle—tastes homemade and super easy to prepare.” – Distributor, Singapore

“We’ve sourced OEM-ready soup kits from Donglim for two years—great customization support and high quality.” – Meal Kit Brand, California

Major Achievements

• Recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (Korea) as an exemplary exporter of traditional Korean food.
• Participated in leading food trade expos such as FOODEX Japan, K-Food Fair, and Seoul Food Expo.
• Developed over 30 unique soup recipes adapted to regional market preferences.
• Partnered with government disaster relief programs to supply instant soup for emergency response.

Donglim Food Co., Ltd. stands as a leader in the modernization of Korean traditional soups, offering global consumers a convenient, healthy, and authentic taste of Korea through innovative freeze-drying technology.