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HS Code
040510
Last Updated
2026-04-14
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Cow Milk Butter market coverage spans 157 countries.
- 1,644 exporter companies and 1,955 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 14,202 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 3.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-14.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Cow Milk Butter
Analyze 14,202 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Cow Milk Butter.
Cow Milk Butter Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Cow Milk Butter to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Cow Milk Butter: United States (-25.7%), Italy (+22.8%), France (+22.1%).
Cow Milk Butter Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Cow Milk Butter country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Cow Milk Butter transaction unit prices: Hong Kong (20.32 USD / kg), Italy (12.82 USD / kg), Sri Lanka (11.85 USD / kg), France (10.09 USD / kg), Denmark (9.79 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | +22.1% | 2,651 | 10.12 USD / kg (795,989.5 kg) | 10.21 USD / kg (742,231.228 kg) | 10.34 USD / kg (945,432.4 kg) | 10.39 USD / kg (809,522.98 kg) | 10.83 USD / kg (905,488.419 kg) | 10.09 USD / kg (1,046,272.341 kg) | ||||||
| New Zealand | +3.6% | 1,863 | 7.94 USD / kg (3,803,653.769 kg) | 7.93 USD / kg (3,314,347.736 kg) | 8.11 USD / kg (2,832,319.497 kg) | 8.36 USD / kg (3,636,190.807 kg) | 8.37 USD / kg (4,062,914.568 kg) | 7.75 USD / kg (2,646,371.455 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -25.7% | 1,354 | 6.19 USD / kg (900,926.663 kg) | 5.89 USD / kg (1,121,568.816 kg) | 5.30 USD / kg (837,302.879 kg) | 5.67 USD / kg (678,703.42 kg) | 5.93 USD / kg (1,084,074.174 kg) | 6.38 USD / kg (731,211.364 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +22.8% | 183 | 12.89 USD / kg (22,154.98 kg) | 10.22 USD / kg (26,696 kg) | 12.50 USD / kg (13,816 kg) | 9.89 USD / kg (34,716 kg) | 9.47 USD / kg (14,707 kg) | 12.82 USD / kg (4,019 kg) | ||||||
| Denmark | +21.5% | 278 | 8.08 USD / kg (171,639.1 kg) | 8.63 USD / kg (225,520.6 kg) | 8.64 USD / kg (72,111.8 kg) | 8.97 USD / kg (220,790.6 kg) | 8.40 USD / kg (116,571.4 kg) | 9.79 USD / kg (186,968.1 kg) | ||||||
| Belgium | +12.1% | 86 | 10.71 USD / kg (56,754 kg) | 11.41 USD / kg (20,182.5 kg) | 9.11 USD / kg (76,780 kg) | 11.08 USD / kg (61,020 kg) | 11.55 USD / kg (39,236.5 kg) | 8.50 USD / kg (56,850 kg) | ||||||
| Ireland | +0.2% | 2,372 | 11.04 USD / kg (878,063.92 kg) | 9.91 USD / kg (446,289.2 kg) | 10.11 USD / kg (1,611,363.97 kg) | 10.34 USD / kg (5,144,073.52 kg) | 8.96 USD / kg (11,115,122.34 kg) | 7.78 USD / kg (10,163,630.472 kg) | ||||||
| India | +6.5% | 1,444 | 5.23 USD / kg (2,255,329.001 kg) | 5.24 USD / kg (3,182,734.801 kg) | 5.12 USD / kg (4,643,759.24 kg) | 5.20 USD / kg (2,500,837.403 kg) | 5.32 USD / kg (2,152,223.112 kg) | 5.32 USD / kg (1,206,495.7 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | -7.4% | 591 | 6.56 USD / kg (12,505.679 kg) | 6.32 USD / kg (28,884.284 kg) | 6.64 USD / kg (21,895.714 kg) | 7.31 USD / kg (3,080.21 kg) | 6.96 USD / kg (6,842.929 kg) | 7.02 USD / kg (10,496.899 kg) | ||||||
| Uruguay | +9.6% | 496 | 6.71 USD / kg (429,304 kg) | 6.67 USD / kg (1,011,687.12 kg) | 6.77 USD / kg (758,442 kg) | 6.86 USD / kg (3,338,831.9 kg) | 6.74 USD / kg (1,403,752 kg) | 6.74 USD / kg (1,353,797.2 kg) |
Cow Milk Butter Global Supply Chain Coverage
3,599 companies
1,644 exporters and 1,955 importers are mapped for Cow Milk Butter.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Cow Milk Butter, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Cow Milk Butter Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,644 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Cow Milk Butter. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Cow Milk Butter Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,644 total exporter companies in the Cow Milk Butter supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsOthers
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthersFood Manufacturing
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
Cow Milk Butter Global Exporter Coverage
1,644 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Cow Milk Butter supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Cow Milk Butter opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Cow Milk Butter (HS Code 040510) in 2024
For Cow Milk Butter in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ireland | 244,996,657.298 kg | 1,778,171,824.352 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 265,800,791 kg | 1,733,356,365.795 USD | View → |
| 3 | New Zealand | 258,873,205 kg | 1,730,337,464.25 USD | View → |
| 4 | Germany | 126,479,689 kg | 863,826,402.087 USD | View → |
| 5 | Belgium | 93,214,233.32 kg | 669,891,857.439 USD | View → |
| 6 | Denmark | 60,326,514 kg | 438,451,730.67 USD | View → |
| 7 | Poland | 58,587,958.3 kg | 416,547,085 USD | View → |
| 8 | Finland | 31,536,308 kg | 207,943,825.379 USD | View → |
| 9 | United States | 31,324,976 kg | 206,139,934 USD | View → |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 29,210,729 kg | 168,746,613.564 USD | View → |
Cow Milk Butter Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Cow Milk Butter exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Cow Milk Butter Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,955 importer companies are mapped for Cow Milk Butter demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Cow Milk Butter Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,955 total importer companies tracked for Cow Milk Butter. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-22
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Oman)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Moldova)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: OthersFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Lithuania)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-01
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,955 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Cow Milk Butter.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Cow Milk Butter buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Cow Milk Butter (HS Code 040510) in 2024
For Cow Milk Butter in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 142,336,729.796 kg | 774,233,827.218 USD | View → |
| 2 | Germany | 115,887,837.419 kg | 740,747,741.268 USD | View → |
| 3 | United States | 84,749,862 kg | 729,549,223 USD | View → |
| 4 | Belgium | 60,398,172.13 kg | 395,976,511.662 USD | View → |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 50,212,583 kg | 354,891,439.437 USD | View → |
| 6 | Italy | 40,062,405 kg | 261,322,023.896 USD | View → |
| 7 | Canada | 31,611,973 kg | 210,098,558.828 USD | View → |
| 8 | Spain | 31,863,001.06 kg | 209,460,660.071 USD | View → |
| 9 | Australia | 32,244,661.45 kg | 199,221,518.944 USD | View → |
| 10 | Czechia | 24,420,684.407 kg | 176,688,865 USD | View → |
Cow Milk Butter Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Cow Milk Butter origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Cow Milk Butter
Cow Milk Butter Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Cow Milk Butter wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Cow Milk Butter wholesale unit prices: Brazil (8.15 USD / kg), Poland (7.93 USD / kg), Germany (6.63 USD / kg), France (6.25 USD / kg), Netherlands (6.08 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 8.31 USD / kg | 8.64 USD / kg | 8.57 USD / kg | 8.30 USD / kg | 8.18 USD / kg | 6.63 USD / kg | ||||||
| France | 8.39 USD / kg | 8.81 USD / kg | 8.86 USD / kg | 8.52 USD / kg | 6.89 USD / kg | 6.25 USD / kg | ||||||
| Netherlands | 8.18 USD / kg | 8.49 USD / kg | 8.36 USD / kg | 8.06 USD / kg | 6.46 USD / kg | 6.08 USD / kg | ||||||
| Poland | 9.02 USD / kg | 8.68 USD / kg | 8.79 USD / kg | 8.58 USD / kg | 8.33 USD / kg | 7.93 USD / kg | ||||||
| Brazil | 7.95 USD / kg | 8.00 USD / kg | 8.01 USD / kg | 8.17 USD / kg | 8.25 USD / kg | 8.15 USD / kg |
Cow Milk Butter Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Cow Milk Butter wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 6.91 USD / kg | 4.69 USD / kg | 8.86 USD / kg | -12.1% | View → |
| 2 | France | 6.73 USD / kg | 4.62 USD / kg | 8.99 USD / kg | -12.3% | View → |
| 3 | Netherlands | 6.57 USD / kg | 4.20 USD / kg | 8.62 USD / kg | -12.1% | View → |
| 4 | Poland | 7.65 USD / kg | 4.27 USD / kg | 10.51 USD / kg | -6.4% | View → |
| 5 | Brazil | 8.19 USD / kg | 5.70 USD / kg | 9.66 USD / kg | +4.8% | View → |
Latest Cow Milk Butter Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Cow Milk Butter wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-04-01 | Мас** ****** **** * *** ** ******* ***** * ******* **** | 1.99 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Мас** ***************** ** ****** ***** ******* ***** * ******* **** | 0.74 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | But*** * ******* ***** ***** ** * **** | 6734.08 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Мас** *************** **** *** ** ** ****** ****** ***** * ******* **** | 4.55 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Cow Milk Butter
Cow Milk Butter Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Cow Milk Butter farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Cow Milk Butter farmgate unit prices: Netherlands (6.06 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 8.18 USD / kg | 8.53 USD / kg | 8.32 USD / kg | 8.02 USD / kg | 6.72 USD / kg | 6.06 USD / kg | ||||||
| Czechia | 9.20 USD / kg | 9.43 USD / kg | 9.61 USD / kg | 9.72 USD / kg | 9.71 USD / kg | - |
Cow Milk Butter Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Cow Milk Butter farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 7.33 USD / kg | 4.74 USD / kg | 8.66 USD / kg | -2.4% | View → |
| 2 | Czechia | 9.50 USD / kg | 9.02 USD / kg | 9.82 USD / kg | +12.0% | View → |
Latest Cow Milk Butter Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 3 Cow Milk Butter farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-01 | Cow **** ****** ************ * ***** * | 476.39 USD / kg | |
| 2025-10-01 | Cow **** ****** ********* * *** * | 9.61 USD / kg | |
| 2024-12-01 | Cow **** ****** ****** ******** * *** * | 5.37 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormChilled
Industry PositionDairy Processing Product
Market
Cow-milk butter is a globally traded dairy fat produced by churning cream, with trade dominated by processed dairy products rather than fluid milk. Production is concentrated in major dairy regions across South Asia, Europe, and North America, while internationally traded butter supply is strongly influenced by a small number of export-oriented origins. New Zealand is widely cited as the leading butter exporter, making global availability and pricing sensitive to weather-driven milk supply swings in pasture-based systems. Import demand is significant in the Middle East and North Africa and in East Asia, reflecting retail consumption and intensive use in bakery and foodservice.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)International milkfat (butter) demand strength coexists with flat per-capita outlook in some high-income markets
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaAmong the largest producers in FAOSTAT 'Butter and Ghee' statistics; the category includes ghee, so national totals are not butter-only.
- United StatesLarge dairy producer with significant butter manufacturing for domestic use; exports are a smaller share than for milk powders.
- PakistanLarge producer in FAOSTAT 'Butter and Ghee' statistics; national totals include ghee.
- GermanyMajor European dairy producer and butter manufacturer within EU supply.
- FranceMajor European dairy producer and butter manufacturer within EU supply.
- New ZealandExport-oriented dairy system; a key origin for internationally traded butter and other milkfat products.
Major Exporting Countries
- New ZealandLeading exporter of butter on international markets per OECD-FAO outlook reporting.
- IrelandMajor butter-exporting origin; Bord Bia reports Irish butter exports exceeded €2 billion in 2025 (value measure, not global rank).
- United StatesButter/butterfat export volumes have increased in recent years; still a smaller share of U.S. butter production is exported compared with milk powders.
Major Importing Countries
- ChinaMajor dairy importer in OECD-FAO outlook; OECD-FAO notes most imports are sourced from Oceania, with increased EU exports of butter to China in recent years.
- Saudi ArabiaIdentified in OECD-FAO outlook reporting as a large importer of butter (notably within Middle East and North Africa import demand).
- EgyptIdentified in OECD-FAO outlook reporting as a major importer of butter (notably within Middle East and North Africa import demand).
Supply Calendar
- New Zealand:Oct, NovSeasonal pasture-based system with a spring milk peak reported around October–November (mid-November peak referenced in New Zealand dairy seasonality sources).
- Great Britain:May, JunNorthern Hemisphere 'spring flush' period; industry reporting highlights peak milk volumes around May with strong flows through June.
Specification
Major VarietiesSweet cream butter, Cultured butter, Salted butter, Unsalted butter
Physical Attributes
- Water-in-oil emulsion with a plastic, spreadable texture at refrigeration temperatures
- Color ranges from pale to deep yellow depending on feed and permitted color adjustment practices
- Flavor ranges from neutral (sweet cream) to tangy (cultured)
Compositional Metrics
- Codex butter composition: minimum milkfat content 80% m/m
- Codex butter composition: maximum water content 16% m/m
- Codex butter composition: maximum milk solids-not-fat content 2% m/m
Grades
- Codex Standard for Butter (CXS 279-1971 / formerly CODEX STAN A-1-1971) compositional compliance
- National grading and labeling systems vary by market (e.g., salt level, cultured vs sweet cream, origin/grass-fed claims)
Packaging
- Retail blocks, sticks, and wrapped portions (foil/paper laminate)
- Retail tubs for spreadable formats
- Foodservice packs and bulk cartons for industrial/bakery use
- Frozen bulk formats used for inventory management and long-distance shipment in some trade flows
ProcessingFunctional performance in baking and laminated pastry depends on fat phase plasticity and moisture distributionSalt and culturing influence flavor profile and some handling behavior for foodservice and industrial users
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Raw milk collection -> cream separation/standardization -> pasteurization -> (optional) culturing/ripening -> churning -> working/salting -> packaging -> cold storage -> refrigerated/frozen distribution
Demand Drivers
- Bakery and foodservice demand for laminated pastry and cooking applications
- Consumer preference shifts toward dairy fat in some markets, supporting milkfat values relative to non-fat milk solids
- Import reliance in regions with structural milk deficits (notably parts of Middle East and North Africa)
Temperature
- Cold-chain control is required to maintain texture and reduce quality defects from temperature cycling
- Frozen storage is used in some supply chains to manage seasonal milk supply and support long-distance trade
Shelf Life
- Oxidation and flavor pickup are key shelf-life limiters; packaging and light/oxygen exposure management matter
- Shelf life is typically months under refrigerated storage and longer under frozen storage, depending on formulation and packaging
Risks
Supply Concentration HighInternationally traded butter supply is highly exposed to a small number of export-oriented origins, with New Zealand identified as the leading exporter in OECD-FAO outlook reporting. Weather-driven milk supply variability in pasture-based systems (and capacity constraints in peak seasons) can quickly tighten export availability and raise global prices.Diversify origins across multiple exporting regions; maintain frozen inventory buffers; use forward contracting and milkfat hedging where available.
Animal Disease HighTransboundary animal diseases and emerging zoonotic events can disrupt milk production, processing operations, and market access through movement controls and trade restrictions. OECD-FAO outlook reporting notes that animal diseases are a persistent uncertainty and highlights avian influenza transmission to dairy cattle as an example of disruptive risk.Strengthen biosecurity, animal health surveillance, and contingency sourcing; align contracts with clear force majeure and substitution clauses.
Price Volatility MediumButter prices are strongly linked to global milkfat balance and the price relationship with skim milk powder; shifts in demand, inventories, and processing yields can create sharp spreads and volatility.Use multi-product portfolio planning (fat vs non-fat balance), manage inventory timing, and apply risk-management tools where accessible.
Food Safety MediumButter can transmit microbiological hazards if process hygiene or post-process handling fails, and quality defects (rancidity/off-flavors) can cause rejections in premium markets.Maintain validated pasteurization controls, environmental monitoring, and robust cold-chain and traceability programs (HACCP-based).
Regulatory Compliance MediumMarket access can be constrained by compositional definitions, labeling rules (e.g., butter vs spreads), additive permissions, and evolving sustainability and animal-welfare requirements.Specify compliance to Codex and destination-market standards in contracts; conduct routine label and formulation audits for each import market.
Sustainability
- Greenhouse gas emissions (methane) from dairy production and increasing policy constraints in some producing regions
- Land use and feed-supply impacts (including indirect land-use change risks depending on feed sourcing)
- Manure and nutrient management pressures affecting permitting and farm expansion
- Energy and refrigerant footprint of cold-chain logistics
Labor & Social
- Animal welfare expectations and compliance scrutiny in major dairy supply chains
- Smallholder livelihoods and price transmission risks in dairy sectors where farmers are exposed to volatile farmgate prices
- Migrant and seasonal labor reliance in parts of the dairy and processing workforce
FAQ
What is the Codex compositional definition of butter?Codex defines butter as a fatty product derived exclusively from milk and/or milk products, principally a water-in-oil emulsion, and sets minimum milkfat at 80% m/m with maximum water at 16% m/m and maximum milk solids-not-fat at 2% m/m.
Why can New Zealand conditions affect global butter availability and prices?OECD-FAO outlook reporting identifies New Zealand as the leading exporter of butter on the international market, so weather-driven changes in seasonal milk flows and export availability in New Zealand can have outsized effects on globally traded butter supply.
What ingredients and additives are commonly associated with butter in international standards?Codex allows salt (sodium chloride), starter cultures for flavor development (cultured butter), and—where permitted under the Codex framework—certain colors such as carotenes/beta-carotene within specified limits for the butter category.
Sources
Cow Milk Butter Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Cow Milk Butter market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Germany, France, New Zealand, Ireland, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Denmark, Russia, China, United States, Australia, Italy, United Kingdom, India, Canada, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Lithuania, Bahrain, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Ukraine, Turkiye, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Japan, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Finland, Spain, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Georgia, Iran, Czechia, Portugal, Indonesia, Romania, Uruguay, Peru, Pakistan, Singapore, Austria, Malaysia, Sweden, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Luxembourg, Slovakia, Hong Kong, Uganda, Armenia, Greece, Egypt, South Africa, Israel, Bulgaria, Mongolia, Estonia, Hungary, Costa Rica, Kuwait, Croatia, Latvia, Vietnam, Switzerland, Serbia, Bolivia, Paraguay, Thailand, Andorra, Albania, Aruba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Cameroon, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Algeria, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Ghana, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Iraq, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Cambodia, Laos, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Slovenia, Sierra Leone, Senegal, South Sudan, El Salvador, Syria, Swaziland, Togo, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Taiwan, Tanzania, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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