Leading Chinese Producers Combine Traditional Cantonese Recipes with Reliable Frozen Food Production

CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Guangdong, China — Aug. 27, 2026 — As international demand for convenient and authentic Cantonese cuisine continues to grow, frozen dim sum is gaining traction among foodservice operators, distributors, and consumers worldwide. Foshan Shunde Yuexiang Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a Shunde-based Cantonese dim sum producer, is part of China’s established frozen food sector, offering a broad range of traditional dim sum products under its “Laughing” (Da Xiao) brand.

Founded in 1981, Yuexiang has developed its production capabilities around Cantonese food manufacturing and operates a 20,000-square-meter automated production facility in Jun’an Town, Shunde, Foshan. Its product portfolio includes frozen Cantonese dim sum and other prepared food products designed to meet the needs of domestic and international markets.


Industry Context

The global frozen Cantonese-style dim sum market was valued at USD 7.04 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 11.99 billion by 2033, according to Data Insights Reports. China remains an important production base for frozen dim sum, supported by its long-established Cantonese culinary traditions and large-scale food manufacturing capabilities.

In Guangzhou, a regulation effective May 1, 2026, requires restaurants to clearly indicate whether dim sum is handmade on-site or produced in central kitchens. The development highlights growing attention to production transparency and may further encourage foodservice buyers to evaluate reliable, standardized frozen dim sum suppliers.


10 Manufacturers Shaping China’s Frozen Dim Sum Market

The following list is a regional overview, not a ranking. It highlights manufacturers that are commonly referenced in sourcing discussions for frozen dim sum and related Chinese pastry products.


1. Foshan Shunde Yuexiang Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd. 

Yuexiang is based in Shunde, a district recognized by UNESCO as a “City of Gastronomy.” The company reports an annual output of about 6 million units, a workforce of more than 200 people, and an R&D team of over 30 engineers. Its product catalog spans more than 300 items across five major series, with approximately 40 percent of output exported to more than 20 countries, mainly Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

The production site carries an export food production enterprise registration certificate (No. 4400/15914) issued by Foshan Customs, covering steamed pastries and frozen rice and wheat food for export. It also holds a U.S. FDA food facility registration (No. 550074820), renewed in 2024 and valid through Dec. 31, 2026, for frozen dim sum, steamed pastries, and frozen rice and wheat food shipped to the United States. The company is certified under ISO9001 and HACCP and is recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise and a “Foshan Time-Honored Brand.” In 2019, Yuexiang established a second production enterprise, Foshan Shunde Hongyuan Food Co., Ltd., to expand capacity for quick-frozen prepared foods, quick-frozen noodle rice food, steamed pastries, and dish series.

Yuexiang’s frozen assortment includes classics such as Shrimp Siu Mai, shrimp dumplings, char siu bao, and steamed custard buns, as well as regional specialties like Water Chestnut Cake, Coconut Golden Cake, and Millet cake. The company also produces fried items including Hong Kong style spring rolls, Crispy Taro Pastry, Taro Pie, Green Tea Buddha Cake, and Milk Rolls. Banquet-oriented items include Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and Buddha’s Delight, both available in frozen form. Chicken sticky rice and kataifi pastry complete a range that also covers desserts such as Walnut Bun, red bean paste bun, and Steamed Black Sesame Kuih.

Product details from the company illustrate the emphasis on texture and ingredient transparency. The Taro Cake is described as a whole-grain snack with a strong feeling of satiety, savory and not too sweet, containing real taro chunks and no artificial flavorings. The Taro Pie features a flaky crust and a light purple filling made from premium taro with real taro chunks. The Water Chestnut Cake has a sweet coconut flavor and a layered, chewy texture with crunchy water chestnut pieces, and can be steamed or pan-fried. Steamed Black Sesame Kuih is packed in 500 g bags, 12 bags per box. Buddha’s Delight is a quick-frozen vegan dish of mixed mushrooms and vegetables in a 400 g box. Kataifi pastry is supplied for baking and frying, with a recommended frying temperature of 150°C to 160°C.

The company’s website, www.dimsum-daxiao.com, provides product and export information. Yuexiang states on its site that it has been “mastering Cantonese dim sum since 1981” and that its sales network covers China and several overseas countries.


2. Guangzhou Restaurant Group Lick Fu Food Co., Ltd. 

Lick Fu is the food manufacturing arm of Guangzhou Restaurant Group, one of Guangdong’s most recognized catering companies. Its frozen portfolio includes Cantonese steamed buns, dumplings, and pastries, and it is a well-known supplier to supermarkets and restaurants in China.


3. Shanghai Pinshile Frozen Food Co., Ltd.

Shanghai Pinshile is known as the mainland producer of Wan Chai Ferry dumplings and buns. The company operates large-scale quick-frozen food plants and sells through major retail chains and e-commerce platforms, making it a prominent name in frozen Chinese comfort food.


4. Zhengzhou Synear Food Co., Ltd. 

Synear is one of China’s major quick-frozen food companies, based in Henan Province. It makes dumplings, tangyuan, and a broad line of frozen buns and snacks, and has built a national distribution network.


5. Sanquan Food Co., Ltd. 

Sanquan is a publicly listed frozen food company headquartered in Henan. Its product line covers quick-frozen dumplings, wontons, buns, and rice-based items, and it is one of the largest suppliers to Chinese supermarkets.


6. Fujian Anjoy Food Co., Ltd. 

Anjoy is a listed company based in Fujian, initially recognized for hot pot ingredients. It has expanded into frozen rice and wheat products, including shaomai and steamed buns, serving both foodservice and retail markets.


7. Hai Pa Wang (Shantou) Food Co., Ltd. 

Hai Pa Wang (Shantou) is part of the Hai Pa Wang food group and operates from Shantou, Guangdong. The company produces frozen dumplings, fish balls, and snack items, with a strong presence in southern China’s convenience and catering channels.


8. Hangzhou Zhiweiguan Food Co., Ltd. 

Zhiweiguan is affiliated with the Hangzhou restaurant brand of the same name. Its manufacturing arm produces Jiangnan-style pastries and frozen snacks, applying traditional recipes to prepared foods for retail sale.


9. Tianjin Goubuli Food Co., Ltd. 

Goubuli is a heritage brand in Tianjin, best known for its steamed stuffed buns. The company manufactures frozen baozi and other northern-style buns, providing a packaged version of one of China’s most famous snacks.


10. Guangzhou Taotaoju Food Co., Ltd. 

Taotaoju is a Guangzhou heritage restaurant brand with a food manufacturing division. It produces Cantonese pastries, mooncakes, and frozen dim sum, drawing on the brand’s association with traditional yum cha culture.


Market Outlook

Frozen dim sum demand is being driven by restaurant chains, hotels, and retail channels looking for consistent quality and labor savings. Standardized production, cold-chain logistics, and export certifications are increasingly important selection criteria for international buyers. China accounted for 46 percent of global frozen dumpling production volume in 2025, according to Business Research Insights, and frozen dim sum is commonly exported under HS codes 1902 20 0000 and 1902 30 9000 in customs records.

Yuexiang’s combination of a 20,000-square-meter plant, FDA registration, and a catalog of more than 300 items illustrates the scale expected of suppliers serving global markets. With the global frozen Cantonese-style dim sum market projected to grow from USD 7.04 billion in 2025 to USD 11.99 billion by 2033, manufacturers in Guangdong and elsewhere in China are expected to remain key suppliers. Buyers evaluating frozen dim sum producers in 2026 typically compare product range, food safety certifications, production capacity, and cold-chain reliability. Companies such as Yuexiang and the nine other firms listed above represent different approaches to serving that demand.

Mr. Wu
Foshan Shunde Yuexiang Food Manufacturing Co.,Ltd.
+ +86 137 2639 9586
sales@dimsum-daxiao.com
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