Within the market taxonomy, Types of frozen hot‑pot ingredients are classified into six sub‑categories: Meat (beef, pork, lamb slices), Seafood (shrimp, fish balls, squid), Vegetables (leafy greens, mushrooms, root crops), Broth Bases (spicy Sichuan, mushroom, herbal), Noodles & Dumplings (glass noodles, wheat‑based dumplings), and Seasonings & Condiments (sauce packets, chili oil). Meat and Seafood together capture approximately 55% of volume, owing to their high protein content and consumer preference for premium protein sources. Vegetables represent 20%, driven by health‑conscious trends and the need for texture contrast. Broth Bases hold 15% as they dictate flavor profiles, while Noodles & Dumplings and Seasonings each occupy about 5%, reflecting niche but essential complementary roles. This type‑level breakdown clarifies how product diversity underpins demand elasticity across the overall frozen hot‑pot ingredient market.