Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Harim Industry Inc., headquartered in Iksan, Republic of Korea, is one of South Korea’s most prominent vertically integrated poultry and food processing companies. As part of the broader Harim Group — a major agribusiness and food conglomerate — Harim Industry Inc. plays a critical role in delivering premium poultry and ready-to-eat food solutions for both domestic and global markets.

Core Business

Harim Industry Inc. is engaged in the breeding, processing, packaging, and distribution of poultry-based products, alongside ready-to-eat meal innovations. The company’s operations are fully integrated — spanning from feed manufacturing and poultry farms to slaughterhouses, cold-chain logistics, and retail distribution.

This vertical integration allows Harim to maintain superior quality control, food safety, and production efficiency while keeping costs competitive across the supply chain.

Product and Service Offerings

Harim Industry’s diversified product lineup includes:

• Poultry Products

  • Fresh Chicken: Whole and cut parts, air-chilled and vacuum-packed
  • Marinated Chicken: Pre-seasoned for Korean BBQ, spicy and mild variants
  • Chicken Sausages: Flavored and kid-friendly protein snacks
  • Smoked Chicken: Ready-to-eat items for delis and convenience food channels

• Ready-to-Eat Meals

  • Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup): Retort-packed for convenience and long shelf life
  • Instant Rice and Meal Kits: Home Meal Replacement (HMR) items designed for modern households

• Processed Foods

  • Cooked Rice, Instant Noodles, and Side Dish Kits: Designed for time-conscious consumers seeking authentic Korean flavors

• Children's Meals

  • Foody Buddy Brand: Nutritionally designed line targeting kids — includes instant rice, ramen, soup, and snack pouches

Specialization and USP

Harim’s key strength lies in its complete farm-to-fork ecosystem, which guarantees freshness, traceability, and consistent supply. Unique selling propositions include:

• Advanced biosecure poultry farms and hatcheries
• HACCP-certified and ISO 22000 production systems
• In-house product R&D division to launch market-specific meal solutions
• Cold chain and smart logistics infrastructure for nationwide and overseas shipping

The company’s investment in automation, blockchain for traceability, and environmental sustainability (zero waste slaughterhouses, renewable energy initiatives) reinforces its premium positioning.

Financials

Harim Industry Inc. is a flagship entity under Harim Group, which has reported:

• Annual Group Revenue: USD 3.5 billion (2023)
• Poultry Processing Volume: Over 250 million birds annually
• Harim Industry Inc. contributes significantly to domestic poultry market share (35%+)

It is one of Korea’s largest chicken exporters and a recognized innovator in the frozen meal kit and processed food space.

Export and Shipment Records

Based on trade insights from platforms like KITA and ImportYeti:

• Active export destinations: China, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, USA, UAE
• Monthly average exports: Over 120 metric tons of chicken products and 30+ containers of Samgyetang and HMRs
• Products meet Halal, FDA, and EU market regulations

Harim has also formed B2B partnerships with retail chains, HORECA distributors, and K-food importers globally.

Target Markets

• International food retailers seeking Halal-certified Korean poultry
• Foodservice operators and hotel chains looking for pre-marinated or HMR-ready poultry
• Online grocery platforms and convenience stores in Asia and the Middle East
• Private label clients seeking OEM production of Samgyetang and retort meals
• Nutritional food programs for children and families

Capabilities

• Fully integrated poultry operations
• 10+ modern processing and packaging plants across Korea
• Smart cold-chain warehouses and IoT-enabled transport tracking
• Custom recipe development for overseas markets
• Multilingual export support and logistics coordination

Certifications and Compliance

• HACCP Certified across all plants
• ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
• Halal Certification for poultry slaughtering and processing
• KFDA and US FDA compliant
• Full compliance with EU veterinary export regulations

Customer Testimonials

“Harim’s ginseng chicken soup is a strong-selling Korean export product. It balances traditional taste with modern packaging.”
— Nguyen Thao, Korean Importer, Vietnam

“Their Foody Buddy line is nutritionally well designed and has gained traction in our kids' food category.”
— Satoshi Kimura, Senior Buyer, Tokyo Foods Inc.

Major Achievements

• Largest chicken processor in South Korea by volume
• Pioneered retort Samgyetang exports, now available in over 12 countries
• Recognized by Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT) as a key food exporter
• Regular exhibitor at Gulfood Dubai, Anuga Germany, and Seoul Food Expo
• Established the “Fresh Up” brand to cater to health-conscious and premium consumers

Harim Industry Inc. continues to lead the Korean food industry through innovation, traceability, and a firm commitment to quality — exporting Korea’s culinary heritage to tables across the globe.