Sub Product
Aged Provolone Cheese, Provolone Dolce Cheese, Provolone Piccante Cheese, Smoked Provolone Cheese
Derived Products
Cheese Stick
Raw Materials
Cow Milk
HS Code
040690
Last Updated
2026-06-17
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Provolone Cheese market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 129 exporter companies and 80 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 845 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 12 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 2; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-17.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Provolone Cheese
Analyze 845 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Provolone Cheese.
Provolone Cheese Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Provolone Cheese to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Provolone Cheese: Costa Rica (+30.1%), Denmark (+15.2%), Uruguay (+14.1%).
Provolone Cheese Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Provolone Cheese country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Provolone Cheese transaction unit prices: Spain (13.91 USD / kg), Denmark (10.99 USD / kg), Germany (10.94 USD / kg), Italy (9.77 USD / kg), France (9.67 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | -3.1% | 469 | 7.44 USD / kg (72,106.478 kg) | 6.62 USD / kg (25,919.986 kg) | 6.46 USD / kg (101,035.425 kg) | 7.70 USD / kg (54,259.811 kg) | 6.99 USD / kg (114,256.319 kg) | 5.92 USD / kg (111,429.262 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +3.6% | 320 | 11.56 USD / kg (6,555.74 kg) | 9.05 USD / kg (47,149.627 kg) | 10.36 USD / kg (91,613.282 kg) | 11.71 USD / kg (63,156.108 kg) | 10.15 USD / kg (64,934.97 kg) | 9.77 USD / kg (77,208.242 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +30.1% | 17 | - (-) | - (-) | 11.60 USD / kg (43.15 kg) | 13.07 USD / kg (105.45 kg) | 8.59 USD / kg (11.61 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | +7.4% | 13 | - (-) | 9.67 USD / kg (116.86 kg) | 9.83 USD / kg (130.08 kg) | 9.65 USD / kg (212.77 kg) | 9.56 USD / kg (355.32 kg) | 9.67 USD / kg (57.56 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | +5.6% | 4 | - (-) | 7.99 USD / kg (5,760 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Denmark | +15.2% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 10.99 USD / kg (521.636 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -13.0% | 6 | 8.00 USD / kg (498.39 kg) | - (-) | 8.38 USD / kg (499.51 kg) | 8.38 USD / kg (329.88 kg) | - (-) | 13.91 USD / kg (96 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -10.9% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | 5.74 USD / kg (30,820 kg) | 10.92 USD / kg (54 kg) | - (-) | 10.94 USD / kg (54 kg) | ||||||
| Uruguay | +14.1% | 4 | 8.14 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 8.14 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 8.14 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | ||||||
| Poland | +7.9% | 3 | - (-) | 15.30 USD / kg (36 kg) | - (-) | 15.25 USD / kg (72 kg) | 14.97 USD / kg (72 kg) | - (-) |
Provolone Cheese Global Supply Chain Coverage
209 companies
129 exporters and 80 importers are mapped for Provolone Cheese.
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Provolone Cheese Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
129 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Provolone Cheese. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Provolone Cheese Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 129 total exporter companies in the Provolone Cheese supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Provolone Cheese, Gorgonzola Cheese, Pecorino Romano Cheese +1
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Provolone Cheese, Frozen Dough, Wheat Flour +5
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Ukraine, South Korea, Philippines, United States
Supplying Products: Provolone Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Cheddar Cheese +5
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Provolone Cheese
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mongolia
Supplying Products: Provolone Cheese, Provolone Dolce Cheese
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Colombia, United States
Supplying Products: Parmesan Cheese, Provolone Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese +5
Provolone Cheese Global Exporter Coverage
129 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Provolone Cheese supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Provolone Cheese (HS Code 040690) in 2024
For Provolone Cheese in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 737,774,138.112 kg | 4,211,116,497.527 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 217,024,720 kg | 2,609,661,122.166 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 417,419,804 kg | 2,222,965,223.524 USD |
| 4 | Ireland | 247,445,587.313 kg | 1,223,545,693.976 USD |
| 5 | Greece | 122,656,101 kg | 1,038,059,425.26 USD |
| 6 | United States | 207,838,543 kg | 1,011,187,018 USD |
| 7 | Denmark | 153,793,228.112 kg | 835,721,785.979 USD |
| 8 | New Zealand | 190,258,902 kg | 835,285,954.083 USD |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 125,057,873.196 kg | 776,890,017.793 USD |
| 10 | Switzerland | 58,265,847.154 kg | 723,115,600.317 USD |
Provolone Cheese Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Provolone Cheese Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
80 importer companies are mapped for Provolone Cheese demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Provolone Cheese Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: United States
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
80 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Provolone Cheese.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Provolone Cheese (HS Code 040690) in 2024
For Provolone Cheese in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 658,577,513.513 kg | 4,538,749,778.826 USD |
| 2 | United States | 178,906,040 kg | 1,739,637,367 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 297,408,611.598 kg | 1,599,338,980.795 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 193,337,480.082 kg | 1,354,394,600.133 USD |
| 5 | Belgium | 211,969,819.717 kg | 1,243,683,094.066 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 229,704,270.691 kg | 1,117,060,884.598 USD |
| 7 | Japan | 169,667,027 kg | 807,930,850.88 USD |
| 8 | Mexico | 128,840,000.239 kg | 655,432,899 USD |
| 9 | Greece | 120,254,871 kg | 616,495,637.156 USD |
| 10 | Sweden | 106,892,643.532 kg | 580,636,401.796 USD |
Provolone Cheese Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Provolone Cheese
Provolone Cheese Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Provolone Cheese wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Provolone Cheese wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (11.66 USD / kg), Italy (9.78 USD / kg).
Provolone Cheese Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Provolone Cheese Wholesale Export Price Updates
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|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-03-01 | Про****** ******* ******** ***** * ******* **** | 11.23 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormRefrigerated
Industry PositionValue-Added Dairy Product
Market
Provolone is a pasta filata (stretched-curd) cheese traded globally as part of the broader international cheese category, with many public datasets not isolating provolone as a standalone trade line. Production is historically associated with Italy (including GI-protected variants), while provolone-style cheeses are also produced in other dairy regions for domestic retail and foodservice. Cross-border trade is shaped by refrigerated logistics, sanitary and phytosanitary controls, and market access conditions for dairy. Demand is closely linked to foodservice and retail uses where melt performance, sliceability, and flavor intensity (mild to sharp) matter, with price sensitivity influenced by milk and energy input costs.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- ItalyOrigin country; includes EU GI-protected provolone variants alongside commodity provolone production.
- United StatesLarge industrial dairy processing capacity; provolone-style cheeses widely produced for domestic retail and foodservice.
- ArgentinaSignificant pasta filata cheese production base in a major milk-producing country; product may be marketed domestically and regionally.
Major Exporting Countries
- ItalyKey origin for internationally traded provolone labeled as Italian; trade is often reported under aggregated cheese HS headings.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor destination for imported specialty and Italian-origin cheeses, including provolone within broader cheese import lines.
- GermanyLarge cheese market within the EU; imports include intra-EU flows and specialty cheeses.
- United KingdomSignificant specialty cheese import market; cold-chain and border controls influence landed costs and availability.
- CanadaDairy trade influenced by tariff-rate quotas and market access rules; specialty imports form a segment of demand.
Specification
Major VarietiesProvolone Dolce (milder, shorter-aged style), Provolone Piccante (sharper, longer-aged style)
Physical Attributes
- Pasta filata (stretched-curd) cheese with elastic body and good melt behavior
- Typically formed as large pieces (e.g., blocks, loaves, or traditional shapes), then portioned for retail/foodservice
- Flavor ranges from mild/buttery to sharp/piquant with aging; smoked variants exist in some markets
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly define moisture class, fat content basis (e.g., fat in dry matter), and salt level
- Microbiological criteria and pathogen controls are core compliance metrics in international trade
Grades
- Codex Alimentarius — General Standard for Cheese (CODEX STAN 283-1978) referenced as an international baseline for cheese definition and composition expectations
Packaging
- Vacuum-sealed blocks/loaves for retail and foodservice slicing
- Shredded formats for pizza/foodservice and industrial use (typically in oxygen-barrier bags)
- Pre-sliced packs for retail; bulk cartons for distributor channels
ProcessingStretched-curd processing creates melt/stretch properties valued in pizza and hot sandwich applicationsShredded and sliced formats increase surface area and raise moisture/mold management sensitivity versus intact pieces
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Raw milk collection and chilling -> standardization/pasteurization -> culture/rennet coagulation -> curd cutting/cooking -> pasta filata stretching -> molding -> brining -> drying/aging -> packaging -> refrigerated distribution
Demand Drivers
- Foodservice demand for melt performance in pizzas, baked dishes, and hot sandwiches
- Retail demand for deli slicing and convenient sliced/shredded packs
- Preference for Italian-style cheeses in global cuisine and ready-meal applications
Temperature
- Refrigerated storage and transport are required throughout distribution to manage microbial growth and preserve texture
- Temperature abuse increases food-safety risk and accelerates quality defects (sweating, texture breakdown, off-flavors)
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packaging and modified-atmosphere packaging are commonly used to limit oxygen exposure and slow mold growth
- Barrier packaging performance is especially important for sliced and shredded formats
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies materially by moisture class, degree of aging, and packaging format (intact pieces generally keep longer than sliced/shredded once opened)
- Export programs rely on documented cold-chain control and lot-level traceability to support claims and manage recall risk
Risks
Animal Health And Trade Restrictions HighTransboundary animal disease events affecting cattle (notably foot-and-mouth disease) can trigger rapid movement controls and dairy trade restrictions, disrupting milk supply availability and cross-border shipments of cheese products.Maintain multi-origin sourcing options, monitor official animal health notifications, and align contingency inventory with refrigerated capacity and shelf-life realities.
Food Safety HighCheese supply chains are exposed to pathogen risks (including Listeria monocytogenes) and post-process contamination, which can result in recalls, brand damage, and border rejections.Strengthen environmental monitoring, hygienic design, validated sanitation, and end-to-end traceability; verify supplier HACCP and third-party certification status.
Regulatory Compliance MediumMarket access depends on dairy-specific sanitary rules, labeling (including allergen declarations), compositional definitions, and approved additive uses that differ by jurisdiction, creating compliance and reformulation risk.Map destination-country dairy standards and additive permissions, and use specification/label reviews before shipment.
Cold Chain Logistics MediumRefrigerated transport disruptions, port delays, or temperature excursions can shorten sellable life and increase spoilage and claims, especially for sliced/shredded formats.Use validated packaging, temperature monitoring, and route plans with contingency cold storage at transshipment and destination.
Input Cost Volatility MediumMilk price dynamics, feed costs, and energy prices materially affect cheese production costs and export competitiveness, driving contract renegotiation risk and price volatility.Use indexed contracts where feasible, diversify suppliers, and track upstream milk/feed/energy indicators.
Sustainability
- Dairy-sector greenhouse gas emissions (enteric methane and manure management) driving increasing buyer and regulatory scrutiny
- Feed supply and land-use impacts (including soy supply-chain deforestation exposure in some sourcing regions) affecting ESG risk screening
- Energy intensity of dairy processing and refrigerated logistics influencing carbon footprint and cost volatility
Labor & Social
- Farm labor availability and working conditions (including migrant labor reliance in some dairy regions)
- Animal welfare expectations and audit requirements increasingly embedded in retail and foodservice sourcing programs
FAQ
What is the difference between Provolone Dolce and Provolone Piccante?Provolone Dolce is generally milder and typically shorter-aged, while Provolone Piccante is sharper and associated with longer aging. Both are provolone styles, but buyers often specify them differently because flavor intensity and functional performance can shift with aging.
Why is cold-chain control important for provolone in international trade?Provolone is a refrigerated cheese, and temperature abuse can increase food-safety risk and shorten usable shelf life. This is especially critical for sliced and shredded formats, which are more vulnerable to quality loss and contamination once the product is portioned.
What is the biggest global trade-disruption risk for provolone and other cheeses?A major animal health event affecting cattle—such as foot-and-mouth disease—can trigger rapid movement restrictions and dairy trade controls that disrupt milk availability and cross-border shipments. This risk is managed through multi-origin sourcing plans, monitoring official animal health updates, and aligning inventory with refrigerated capacity.
Sources
Provolone Cheese Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Netherlands
Germany
Italy
France
United States
Uzbekistan
Denmark
United Kingdom
Belgium
Ireland
New Zealand
Philippines
All country market pages: Netherlands, Germany, Italy, France, United States, Uzbekistan, Denmark, United Kingdom, Belgium, Ireland, New Zealand, Philippines, Mexico, Kazakhstan, Poland, Spain, Vietnam, Australia, Costa Rica, Uruguay, South Africa, Japan, Argentina, Turkiye, Greece, Panama, Switzerland, Brazil, Sweden, Austria, Cyprus, Paraguay, Czechia, Canada, Luxembourg, Slovakia, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Peru, Estonia, Nicaragua, Latvia, Saudi Arabia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Finland, China, Egypt, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Chile, Bolivia, India, Morocco, Ukraine, Jordan, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Israel, Kuwait, Honduras, Norway, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Singapore, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Thailand, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Derived products: Cheese Stick
Raw materials: Cow Milk
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