Why a global Korean craze is making seaweed more expensive
Summary
The global popularity of Korean dried seaweed, known as gim, has led to an increase in its price in South Korea. The demand for gim is growing worldwide due to cultural exports like K-pop and K-dramas, which is causing domestic price increases for this grocery staple.Key Facts
- South Korea is the biggest producer and exporter of dried seaweed, called gim.
- Gim is commonly used in South Korean cuisine and is gaining popularity worldwide.
- The price of gim has recently risen significantly in South Korea to over 150 won per sheet.
- Exports of gim reached a record $1.13 billion in 2025.
- The global demand is influenced by the popularity of Korean culture, such as K-pop and K-dramas.
- The increasing demand is causing supply shortages and higher prices domestically.
- Korean food products, including gim, are popular in international markets, such as the U.S. and Japan.
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