Sub Product
High-Fat Mascarpone Cheese, Italian Mascarpone Cheese, Low-Fat Mascarpone Cheese
Raw Materials
Cow Milk
HS Code
040610
Last Updated
2026-07-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Mascarpone Cheese market coverage spans 135 countries.
- 166 exporter companies and 154 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,127 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Mascarpone Cheese
Analyze 1,127 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Mascarpone Cheese.
Mascarpone Cheese Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Mascarpone Cheese to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Mascarpone Cheese: United Arab Emirates (+158.6%), Russia (+115.2%), Germany (+60.4%).
Mascarpone Cheese Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Mascarpone Cheese country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Mascarpone Cheese transaction unit prices: Australia (18.50 USD / kg), Vietnam (16.17 USD / kg), United States (12.95 USD / kg), Denmark (10.27 USD / kg), Belarus (8.19 USD / kg), 4 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | -5.0% | 626 | 6.56 USD / kg (195,656.98 kg) | 6.04 USD / kg (253,431.34 kg) | 6.00 USD / kg (149,099.31 kg) | 5.81 USD / kg (281,729.5 kg) | 6.08 USD / kg (319,297.44 kg) | 5.43 USD / kg (175,720.26 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +9.0% | 273 | 8.00 USD / kg (26,259.84 kg) | 7.91 USD / kg (62,876.784 kg) | 7.74 USD / kg (44,137.66 kg) | 7.91 USD / kg (38,024.3 kg) | 7.00 USD / kg (74,269.001 kg) | 12.95 USD / kg (696.49 kg) | ||||||
| France | +13.2% | 83 | 8.72 USD / kg (1,633.8 kg) | 5.10 USD / kg (28,246.8 kg) | 6.57 USD / kg (67,184.6 kg) | 13.30 USD / kg (45,163.4 kg) | 7.23 USD / kg (25,223.26 kg) | 6.26 USD / kg (50,066.5 kg) | ||||||
| New Zealand | +0.5% | 35 | 5.10 USD / kg (31,848 kg) | 5.15 USD / kg (31,848 kg) | 5.22 USD / kg (45,498 kg) | - (-) | 5.18 USD / kg (67,428 kg) | 5.15 USD / kg (49,488 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | +60.4% | 24 | - (-) | 7.55 USD / kg (1,827 kg) | 7.49 USD / kg (8,505 kg) | - (-) | 6.39 USD / kg (2,449 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Denmark | +18.7% | 30 | 9.04 USD / kg (5,508 kg) | 7.79 USD / kg (5,184 kg) | 11.04 USD / kg (7,653 kg) | 7.07 USD / kg (8,760 kg) | - (-) | 10.27 USD / kg (25,019 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +4.4% | 15 | - (-) | 6.74 USD / kg (10,749 kg) | - (-) | 7.15 USD / kg (2,709 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Australia | +6.5% | 7 | - (-) | 13.61 USD / kg (952 kg) | 13.58 USD / kg (9,027 kg) | - (-) | 12.77 USD / kg (5,098 kg) | 18.50 USD / kg (3,757 kg) | ||||||
| Belarus | +17.9% | 11 | - (-) | 7.27 USD / kg (3,228 kg) | 8.36 USD / kg (584 kg) | 8.69 USD / kg (768 kg) | - (-) | 8.19 USD / kg (352 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | -6.3% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 7.07 USD / kg (-) |
Mascarpone Cheese Global Supply Chain Coverage
320 companies
166 exporters and 154 importers are mapped for Mascarpone Cheese.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Mascarpone Cheese, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Mascarpone Cheese Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
166 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Mascarpone Cheese. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Mascarpone Cheese Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Mascarpone Cheese Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 166 total exporter companies in the Mascarpone Cheese supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ecuador
Supplying Products: Mascarpone Cheese, High-Fat Mascarpone Cheese
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-19
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Chile, Uruguay, Bolivia, Italy
Supplying Products: Mascarpone Cheese, Caramel I – Plain Caramel, Lemon Meringue Pie +5
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-19
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mexico, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Mascarpone Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Gorgonzola Cheese +5
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-19
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Mascarpone Cheese Global Exporter Coverage
166 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Mascarpone Cheese supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Mascarpone Cheese (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For Mascarpone Cheese in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy | 326,906,855 kg | 2,051,303,783.308 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 430,288,020.223 kg | 1,721,325,567.355 USD |
| 3 | Denmark | 276,040,252 kg | 1,068,892,481.728 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 128,973,020 kg | 595,889,022.517 USD |
| 5 | United States | 122,735,566 kg | 586,446,612 USD |
| 6 | Belgium | 113,267,298.17 kg | 456,450,656.426 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 121,947,198.245 kg | 443,116,978 USD |
| 8 | Australia | 98,352,257.27 kg | 431,139,347.744 USD |
| 9 | New Zealand | 84,859,389 kg | 365,054,708.507 USD |
| 10 | Ireland | 44,043,802 kg | 277,309,025.744 USD |
Mascarpone Cheese Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Mascarpone Cheese Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
154 importer companies are mapped for Mascarpone Cheese demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Mascarpone Cheese Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-06
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-03
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-19
Industries: Food WholesalersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
154 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Mascarpone Cheese.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Mascarpone Cheese (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For Mascarpone Cheese in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy | 273,066,721 kg | 1,189,235,567.969 USD |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 197,542,802 kg | 873,305,783.554 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 200,636,959.341 kg | 840,144,647.146 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 152,525,923.8 kg | 624,832,797.295 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 211,790,059 kg | 621,773,536.426 USD |
| 6 | Japan | 79,034,470 kg | 388,728,375.46 USD |
| 7 | South Korea | 78,921,986.307 kg | 374,500,857 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 87,554,931.79 kg | 374,021,225.566 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 61,588,487 kg | 281,884,567 USD |
| 10 | Romania | 55,816,505.659 kg | 240,186,731.1 USD |
Mascarpone Cheese Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Mascarpone Cheese
Mascarpone Cheese Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Mascarpone Cheese wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Mascarpone Cheese wholesale unit prices: Italy (5.33 USD / kg), Ukraine (3.03 USD / kg).
Mascarpone Cheese Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Mascarpone Cheese Wholesale Export Price Updates
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionProcessed Dairy Product (Fresh/Unripened Cheese)
Market
Mascarpone is a high-fat, unripened dairy product strongly associated with Italy (especially Lombardy) and widely used as a functional ingredient in desserts (notably tiramisu) and in creamy savory applications. Global availability is shaped less by farm-season harvest windows than by cream supply, processing capacity, and strict refrigerated logistics because mascarpone is a fresh, high-moisture product with limited shelf life. International trade exists for branded specialty products, but volumes may be obscured in customs statistics because mascarpone is commonly grouped under broader “cheese and curd” classifications. Market dynamics are driven by foodservice and bakery demand, private-label retail expansion, and buyers’ emphasis on food safety controls and cold-chain integrity.
Major Producing Countries
- ItalyTraditional origin in Lombardy (Lodi); significant branded production and product identity.
Major Exporting Countries
- ItalyExports as a specialty Italian fresh dairy product; trade commonly captured within broader cheese/fresh-cheese customs categories.
Supply Calendar
- Italy (Lombardy and other dairy-processing areas):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production; availability depends on continuous cream supply and refrigerated manufacturing/distribution capacity.
- European Union (non-Italy):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production in major dairy-processing regions; product may be produced domestically for retail and foodservice.
- North America:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production near demand centers reduces transit time for a high-moisture fresh dairy product.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Soft, smooth, creamy texture; typically white to ivory
- Mild, slightly sweet dairy flavor profile; designed for blending/whipping in culinary use
Compositional Metrics
- Produced from cream via acid coagulation (commonly without rennet), resulting in a high milkfat, high-moisture fresh dairy matrix
- Moisture and fat consistency are critical buyer parameters because they determine whipping performance, mouthfeel, and stability in desserts and sauces
Grades
- Codex frameworks for cheese and unripened/fresh cheese are used as reference points for composition, additives, hygiene, and labelling expectations; final specifications are typically set by buyer contracts and national dairy regulations
Packaging
- Retail: sealed plastic tubs/cups with foil lids for refrigerated shelves
- Foodservice/industrial: bulk pails or bags-in-box for bakeries, dessert manufacturers, and kitchens
ProcessingUnripened (no aging/affinage); high moisture and neutral profile make it a functional ingredient but increase spoilage and pathogen-control sensitivityStabilizers/thickeners may be used in some commercial formulations to improve water-holding capacity and texture stability, subject to regulatory limits
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Cream sourcing and standardization -> heat treatment/pasteurization (where applicable) -> acidification and acid-heat coagulation -> draining/straining -> rapid cooling -> hygienic filling and sealing -> refrigerated storage and distribution
Demand Drivers
- Dessert and bakery manufacturing demand (tiramisu-style products, fillings, frostings, no-bake desserts)
- Foodservice demand for creamy sauces, risotto/pasta finishing, and menu items tied to Italian cuisine
- Retail demand for premium refrigerated dairy ingredients and private-label baking/cooking components
Temperature
- Refrigerated cold-chain continuity is critical from post-packaging through transport, retail, and final use to control spoilage and food-safety risks
- Short handling windows increase sensitivity to delays at ports, cross-docks, and retail distribution centers
Shelf Life
- Short refrigerated shelf life relative to aged cheeses; quality degrades with temperature abuse and repeated warm/cold cycling
- Post-opening shelf life is limited; exposure to contamination and oxidation can quickly reduce usability in foodservice and home kitchens
Risks
Food Safety HighAs a fresh, high-moisture dairy product that is typically consumed without a kill step, mascarpone is exposed to heightened food-safety risk from post-process contamination (notably Listeria monocytogenes) and temperature abuse, which can trigger recalls and immediate import/retail disruptions.Use validated pasteurization/heat-treatment controls where applicable, strict hygienic design and sanitation, environmental monitoring for Listeria in high-care areas, and robust cold-chain verification and traceability/recall readiness.
Shelf Life Limitation MediumLimited refrigerated shelf life and sensitivity to handling make mascarpone vulnerable to logistics delays (port congestion, cross-border inspection holds, distribution bottlenecks), increasing shrink risk for importers and retailers.Prefer shorter lanes or regional production for time-sensitive SKUs, enforce time-temperature controls, and align production lots with downstream demand planning (retail promotions/seasonality in dessert consumption).
Input Cost Volatility MediumMascarpone is cream-intensive; volatility in milkfat markets (driven by butterfat demand and broader dairy price cycles) can rapidly shift production costs and contract pricing, especially for private-label programs.Use indexed pricing or hedging strategies where feasible, diversify cream supply contracts, and optimize formulations/pack sizes to manage milkfat exposure.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCross-border trade can be constrained by dairy import licensing, pasteurization requirements, residue/contaminant limits, additive permissions, and labelling rules for dairy terms and allergens; non-compliance can cause border rejections or relabelling costs.Maintain regulatory dossiers by destination market (label, additives, microbiological criteria), qualify suppliers with third-party food-safety certification, and verify Codex-aligned additive and hygiene controls.
Sustainability
- Greenhouse gas emissions and manure-management impacts from dairy supply chains (notably methane), driving increasing buyer scrutiny and reporting requirements
- Feed-related land-use impacts (including soy supply-chain deforestation risk in some sourcing systems), relevant for downstream ESG due diligence
- Single-use packaging footprint (plastic tubs, multilayer seals) and end-of-life waste management
Labor & Social
- Migrant and contracted labor conditions in dairy farming and dairy processing supply chains (wages, hours, housing, and worker protection)
- Animal welfare expectations and audit requirements (housing, transport, veterinary care), increasingly embedded in retailer and foodservice procurement codes
FAQ
What is mascarpone, and what is it made from?Mascarpone is an Italian fresh dairy product commonly described as an Italian cream cheese. It is made from cow’s-milk cream that is coagulated with food-grade acid (rather than being aged like many cheeses), producing a soft, creamy texture used widely in desserts such as tiramisu.
Why is food safety considered a top risk for mascarpone in global trade?Mascarpone is a fresh, high-moisture dairy product that is typically eaten without further cooking, so contamination after processing can directly reach consumers. Public health agencies note that soft/fresh cheeses are more likely to be linked to Listeria risks than hard cheeses, making hygienic processing and cold-chain control critical.
Do mascarpone products commonly contain additives?Some commercial mascarpone formulations use acidity regulators and texture stabilizers to achieve consistent mouthfeel and water-holding capacity, especially for industrial or private-label use. Where additives are used, international reference frameworks such as the Codex General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA) and national regulations govern what is permitted and at what levels.
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Mascarpone Cheese Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Mascarpone Cheese market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Azerbaijan, Italy, France, Mexico, Chile, New Zealand, Colombia, United States, Armenia, Poland, Australia, Uzbekistan, Spain, Panama, Israel, Turkiye, Germany, India, Netherlands, Denmark, Ireland, Vietnam, Belgium, United Kingdom, Greece, Switzerland, Austria, Czechia, Japan, Lithuania, South Korea, Luxembourg, China, Cyprus, Hungary, Iran, Peru, Sweden, Latvia, Singapore, Costa Rica, Slovakia, Nicaragua, Romania, Estonia, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bulgaria, Philippines, Russia, Canada, Serbia, Finland, Uruguay, Portugal, Brazil, Slovenia, United Arab Emirates, Croatia, Dominican Republic, Ukraine, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Kuwait, Jordan, Iceland, Morocco, Norway, El Salvador, Indonesia, Tanzania, Thailand, Malaysia, Andorra, Albania, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Honduras, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Raw materials: Cow Milk
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