Sub Product
Flavored Cream Cheese, Plain Cream Cheese, Whipped Cream Cheese
Derived Products
Cheesecake
Raw Materials
Cow Milk
HS Code
040610
Last Updated
2026-07-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Cream Cheese market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 4 export partner companies and 0 import partner companies are mapped for Cream Cheese in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-23.
Cream Cheese Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan
4 export partner companies are tracked for Cream Cheese in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Cream Cheese export intelligence in Japan, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 040610.
Scatter points are sampled from 96.7% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Cream Cheese in Japan
5 sampled Cream Cheese transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Cream Cheese sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-07-01: 57.54 USD / kg, 2026-06-19: 58.02 USD / kg, 2026-06-18: 0.07 USD / kg, 2026-06-04: 17.18 USD / kg, 2026-05-22: 38.08 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-01 | [향료* ** ** * *** **************** ****** *** **** ********* | 57.54 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-19 | [향료* ** ** * *** **************** ****** *** **** ********* | 58.02 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-18 | [치즈* ************ ***** ****** | 0.07 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-04 | [향료* ** ** * *** **************** ****** *** **** ********* | 17.18 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-05-22 | [향료* ** ** ** *************** ****** **** ******* | 38.08 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) |
Top Cream Cheese Export Suppliers and Companies in Japan
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 4 total export partner companies tracked for Cream Cheese in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-23
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingRetail
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-23
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingLogistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-23
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-23
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Japan Export Partner Coverage
4 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Japan export network depth for Cream Cheese.
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Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Cream Cheese in Japan (HS Code 040610)
Analyze 3 years of Cream Cheese export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 119,528 | 1,344,368 USD |
| 2023 | 121,187 | 1,516,500 USD |
| 2022 | 102,213 | 1,369,654 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Cream Cheese Exports from Japan (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Cream Cheese exports from Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 9,483 | 83,175.709 USD |
| 2 | Singapore | 4,324 | 56,313.721 USD |
| 3 | China | 2,632 | 35,523.097 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 1,278 | 28,678.773 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 2,768 | 23,188.78 USD |
Cream Cheese Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
0 import partner companies are tracked for Cream Cheese in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Cream Cheese in Japan (HS Code 040610)
Track 2 years of Cream Cheese import volume and value in Japan to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 79,034,470 | 388,728,375 USD |
| 2023 | 68,049,331 | 353,582,618 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Cream Cheese to Japan (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Cream Cheese to Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 37,677,560 | 167,346,633.067 USD |
| 2 | New Zealand | 15,683,276 | 67,168,732.169 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 7,525,250 | 61,260,997.403 USD |
| 4 | United States | 12,265,210 | 59,436,938.907 USD |
| 5 | France | 2,160,661 | 12,190,731.376 USD |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormRefrigerated
Industry PositionProcessed Dairy Product
Market
Cream cheese in Japan is a chilled, soft fresh-cheese category used in retail (spreads/portion packs) and as an ingredient for cooking, baking, and foodservice. Japan is an import-reliant cheese market overall, with domestic production constrained relative to demand and continued reliance on imports, especially for natural cheeses. Domestic raw milk production is anchored in Hokkaido, supporting local dairy processors alongside imported cream cheese and cream-cheese-based products. Market access is highly compliance-driven: imports fall under Food Sanitation Act procedures (import notification and, for milk products including cheese, health certificates) and animal quarantine inspection for dairy products (HS 0406).
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer and food-processing market with domestic dairy production
Domestic RoleRetail chilled dairy product and widely used ingredient in food processing/foodservice and home cooking
Market GrowthGrowing (2013–2022 trend context and medium-term import reliance outlook)fresh cheeses (including cream cheese) described as becoming kitchen staples, with overall cheese consumption growth over the long term
SeasonalityYear-round availability; demand is supported by retail and foodservice/processing usage rather than seasonal harvest cycles.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Soft, spreadable texture; smooth to slightly flaky; typically near white to light yellow (Codex description).
- Sold as chilled spreads in tubs/blocks and as portion packs in Japan.
Compositional Metrics
- Codex CXS 275-1973 includes minimum composition criteria such as milk fat in dry matter ≥25% and dry matter ≥22% (with moisture on fat free basis minimum noted).
- Japanese retail products commonly declare storage under refrigeration (≤10°C).
Packaging
- Portion packs (e.g., 6P/individual portions)
- Cups/tubs with inner seals (plastic/aluminum components)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Domestic: Raw milk (notably Hokkaido) → dairy processing (cream cheese) → chilled distribution → mass retail / foodservice.
- Import: Overseas dairy plant → refrigerated transport → Japan port/airport → MHLW quarantine station (Food Sanitation Act) + MAFF AQS inspection (dairy quarantine) → chilled distribution → retail/foodservice/processing users.
Temperature
- Cold chain is required; Japan retail products typically specify refrigerated storage at 10°C or below.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies by product; example: a Japan domestic cream cheese product lists a 100-day best-before period under refrigerated storage.
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighCream cheese imports for sale/business use can be blocked, delayed, or deemed non-compliant if required documentation is missing or incorrect—especially the MHLW-required health certificate for milk and milk products and the MAFF AQS inspection-certificate/inspection requirements for regulated dairy products (HS 0406).Confirm product categorization (e.g., cheese vs processed cheese), secure the exporting-country competent authority certificates in the required format, and align importer filings (Food Sanitation Act import notification + quarantine/AQS procedures) before shipment.
Tariff And Quota MediumApplied tariff outcomes for HS 0406.10 can vary by statistical code, scheme, and quota conditions; misclassification or missed preferential documentation can materially increase landed cost or prevent use of quota-linked routes.Pre-classify with the importer/broker using Japan tariff tools; verify whether a pooled quota/preferential import certificate condition applies; prepare certificate of origin where relevant.
Cold Chain MediumCream cheese is a chilled product; temperature abuse during transport, port holds, or domestic distribution can cause quality defects and trigger commercial rejection even if regulatory clearance is achieved.Use validated reefer controls and temperature logging; set contingency plans for port delays; align distributor storage to ≤10°C labeling requirements commonly indicated on Japanese retail products.
Market Price MediumJapan cheese import demand and sourcing are sensitive to global dairy prices and exchange-rate movements; cost shocks can compress importer margins and disrupt purchase programs for natural cheeses including cream cheese.Diversify origin/supplier options, negotiate price-adjustment clauses, and consider FX hedging for contracted volumes.
FAQ
What documents are typically required to import cream cheese into Japan for sale or business use?Importers must submit a Food Sanitation Act import notification to an MHLW quarantine station. For milk and milk products (including cheese excluding processed cheese), Japan requires a health certificate issued by the exporting country’s competent authority. Regulated dairy products are also subject to MAFF Animal Quarantine Service (AQS) procedures, including inspection and an inspection certificate from the exporting country; a certificate of origin is needed when claiming preferential tariff treatment.
Which Japanese authorities are involved in border controls for imported cream cheese?Food-safety import controls are handled through the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) quarantine stations under the Food Sanitation Act, while dairy quarantine controls are handled by MAFF’s Animal Quarantine Service (AQS) for regulated dairy products. Customs procedures (including HS classification and tariff preference claims) are managed through Japan’s customs processes and tariff classification references.
How is cream cheese commonly classified for tariff purposes in Japan?Cream cheese is typically treated under HS 0406 (cheese and curd), commonly within HS 0406.10 for fresh (unripened/uncured) cheese and curd. Japan’s tariff tools show that rates can vary by statistical code and preferential scheme, and that some preferential listings describe cream cheese with reference to Codex Standard for Cream Cheese (CXS 275-1973).
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Derived products: Cheesecake
Raw materials: Cow Milk
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