RODEM FOOD Co., Ltd., headquartered in Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea, is a leading manufacturer and exporter of Korean ready-meals, snacks, and OEM/ODM food products. The company has positioned itself as a modern innovator in Korean food solutions, offering both traditional and contemporary meals through state-of-the-art processing technologies.
Core Business and Offerings
Rodem Food’s diverse product range includes:
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Porridge & Soup:
- Fresh porridge
- Sterilized shelf-stable porridge
- Seafood and vegetable porridges
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Tteokbokki & Grilled Rice Cake:
- Seoul Manim Tteokbokki (flagship product line)
- Grilled rice cakes with various fillings and sauces
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Korean Pancake & Dough:
- Kimchi pancake (Kimchijeon)
- Buchimgae dough ready for pan-frying
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Injeolmi & Dessert Ingredients:
- Injeolmi (roasted soybean powder rice cake)
- Sweet red bean paste and other dessert fillings
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Sauces & Meal Kits:
- Korean curry sauce
- Jjajang (black bean) sauce
- Chicken breast curry meal kits
Rodem Food develops products for direct consumer sales as well as B2B foodservice and private label markets.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
The company is recognized for its ready-to-eat Korean foods, particularly in the porridge and tteokbokki segments, where it leads with innovation and market appeal.
Key USPs include:
- Integration of HACCP-certified production for sterilized and refrigerated products
- In-house R&D team enabling rapid development of seasonal and trending Korean dishes
- Dual-brand strategy: “Rodem Food” for traditional and OEM lines, “Seoul Manim” for youthful and trendy Korean snacks
Financials and Export Performance
While financial figures are not publicly disclosed, indicators from trade platforms and business directories point to:
- International Reach: Products exported to the United States, China, Southeast Asia, and Europe
- OEM/ODM Partnerships: Collaboration with regional retail brands and convenience food companies
- Growth Indicators: Increased product diversification in recent years and expansion into dessert-based snacks and sauces
Rodem Food’s expanding footprint aligns with the global rise in demand for Korean ready-to-eat meals and snacks.
Target Market
Rodem Food targets multiple customer segments:
- International and domestic retailers seeking Korean meal solutions
- B2B clients needing private label or white-label meal kits
- Online and offline foodservice chains, convenience stores
- Health-conscious and younger consumers demanding convenient traditional Korean meals
Production Capabilities
- Facilities: Equipped with refrigeration, sterilization, vacuum sealing, and rapid-freeze technologies
- Flexibility: Capable of short-run and large-volume production for custom orders
- Packaging: Variety of eco-friendly and microwave-safe options tailored for global distribution
Certifications and Compliance
- HACCP Certified
- Complies with Korean FDA standards
- Products developed under strict allergen and ingredient traceability protocols
These allow Rodem Food to meet international export requirements and secure food safety for retail and foodservice clients.
Customer Satisfaction and Recognition
- The “Seoul Manim” tteokbokki series has gained popularity among young Korean consumers and is increasingly featured in online platforms and influencer content
- Positive consumer feedback for taste, convenience, and packaging quality
- Trusted OEM partner for several emerging food brands and supermarket chains in Korea and abroad
Major Achievements
- Expansion from traditional porridge processing into ready-meal kits and desserts
- Development of high-growth export items like sterilized porridge and sauce kits
- Increasing penetration into online grocery and international private label markets
- Diversified offerings under multiple SKUs across cold-chain and ambient categories
