Derived Products
Casein
Raw Materials
Cow Milk
HS Code
040610
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Curd market coverage spans 138 countries.
- 226 exporter companies and 269 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,489 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: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Curd
Analyze 1,489 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Curd.
Curd Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Curd to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Curd: South Africa (-93.1%), United Kingdom (-70.7%), Russia (+60.7%).
Curd Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Curd country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Curd transaction unit prices: Uzbekistan (10.82 USD / kg), Norway (5.47 USD / kg), Germany (3.97 USD / kg), Belarus (3.91 USD / kg), Kazakhstan (3.68 USD / kg), 4 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | +8.4% | 508 | 3.02 USD / kg (2,049,771.671 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (713,149.67 kg) | 3.22 USD / kg (619,113.288 kg) | 3.23 USD / kg (1,124.86 kg) | 2.97 USD / kg (928,111.84 kg) | 3.68 USD / kg (2,890.836 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | +9.3% | 281 | 10.43 USD / kg (19,136.8 kg) | 9.34 USD / kg (2,633.12 kg) | 10.72 USD / kg (30,750.8 kg) | 10.81 USD / kg (17,976 kg) | 10.74 USD / kg (38,281.3 kg) | 10.82 USD / kg (35,006 kg) | ||||||
| India | -24.2% | 121 | 1.81 USD / kg (7,643 kg) | 2.50 USD / kg (11,384 kg) | 2.25 USD / kg (8,912.6 kg) | 3.03 USD / kg (9,341.08 kg) | 2.94 USD / kg (6,614.24 kg) | 2.93 USD / kg (5,593.84 kg) | ||||||
| Norway | - | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.47 USD / kg (39,340 kg) | ||||||
| France | - | 2 | 5.09 USD / kg (40 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Russia | +60.7% | 53 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.37 USD / kg (1,816.254 kg) | 10.02 USD / kg (3,745.496 kg) | 2.50 USD / kg (2,217.384 kg) | ||||||
| Belarus | +11.7% | 41 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.18 USD / kg (1,201.498 kg) | 4.28 USD / kg (2,088.85 kg) | 3.91 USD / kg (1,439.834 kg) | ||||||
| Turkiye | +1.0% | 11 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.38 USD / kg (714 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Tajikistan | -0.4% | 9 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.50 USD / kg (2 kg) | 2.87 USD / kg (2,166 kg) | 3.04 USD / kg (720 kg) | 2.71 USD / kg (1,008 kg) | ||||||
| China | -18.3% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.98 USD / kg (383 kg) | 4.16 USD / kg (62 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (600 kg) | - (-) |
Curd Global Supply Chain Coverage
495 companies
226 exporters and 269 importers are mapped for Curd.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Curd, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Curd Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
226 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Curd. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Curd Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 226 total exporter companies in the Curd supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Egypt
Supplying Products: Curd, Skimmed Milk Preparation, Yogurt +2
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Curd, Lemon Puree
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Retail
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mongolia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Kyrgyzstan
Supplying Products: Curd, Curd Cheese, Chewy Candy +1
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Curd Global Exporter Coverage
226 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Curd supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Curd opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Curd (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For Curd 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 |
Curd Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Curd exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Curd Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
269 importer companies are mapped for Curd demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Curd Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 269 total importer companies tracked for Curd. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Maldives)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-05
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Maldives)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesOthers
Value Chain Roles: India, Philippines, Indonesia
(Kyrgyzstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Uzbekistan
(Uruguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
269 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Curd.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Curd buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Curd (HS Code 040610) in 2024
For Curd 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 |
Curd Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Curd origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Curd
Curd Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Curd wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Curd wholesale unit prices: Colombia (6.34 USD / kg), Poland (5.35 USD / kg), Ukraine (1.82 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 6.11 USD / kg | 6.15 USD / kg | 6.04 USD / kg | 6.09 USD / kg | 6.68 USD / kg | 6.34 USD / kg | ||||||
| Poland | 4.67 USD / kg | 5.37 USD / kg | 5.40 USD / kg | 5.33 USD / kg | 5.32 USD / kg | 5.35 USD / kg | ||||||
| Ukraine | 1.76 USD / kg | 1.76 USD / kg | 1.85 USD / kg | 1.89 USD / kg | 1.82 USD / kg | 1.82 USD / kg |
Curd Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Curd wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Curd Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Curd wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormChilled
Industry PositionDairy Processed Product
Market
Curd (curdled/cultured milk products, overlapping with yogurt and other fermented milks) is primarily produced close to liquid milk supply and is traded internationally mostly within regional blocs because it is cold-chain dependent and time-sensitive. Production capacity is concentrated in major milk-producing and dairy-processing regions, including South Asia, North America, and Europe. Cross-border flows are shaped by refrigeration logistics, shelf-life management, and import rules covering composition, labeling, and permitted additives/cultures. Market dynamics are strongly influenced by consumer demand for plain versus flavored products and for strained/high-protein segments, which can improve transport robustness and unit value.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Mature plain/standard segments tend to be stable in many high-income markets, while strained/high-protein and value-added flavored segments tend to expand where cold-chain retail penetration is rising.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaLarge milk production base supporting high domestic output of cultured/curd products.
- United StatesLarge industrial dairy sector with significant cultured dairy processing capacity.
- GermanyMajor dairy processor within Europe; relevant to fermented milk/curdled milk product production and intra-regional trade.
- FranceMajor dairy processor within Europe; strong cultured dairy manufacturing base.
- TurkiyeLarge regional dairy producer with significant fermented milk product consumption and manufacturing.
Supply Calendar
- Northern and Western Europe:Mar, Apr, May, JunMilk availability often peaks in spring in grass-based systems, supporting higher seasonal processing volumes.
- New Zealand:Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, FebSouthern Hemisphere seasonal milk production can influence global dairy ingredient availability used by processors, though finished curd products remain largely regional due to cold-chain constraints.
- South Asia:Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, MarSeasonal milk production patterns can affect local processing intensity; finished-product exports are typically limited by refrigeration logistics and shelf-life.
Specification
Major VarietiesSet curd (set-style cultured milk), Stirred curd (stirred-style cultured milk), Strained curd (Greek-style / labneh-type), Quark-style fresh curd, Flavored/sweetened cultured curd
Physical Attributes
- White to off-white coagulated milk gel; texture ranges from firm-set to stirred/creamy depending on processing
- Prone to whey separation (syneresis) if formulation, incubation, or handling is not well-controlled
Compositional Metrics
- Milkfat and protein levels (often standardized to meet product style and labeling claims)
- Acidity (pH/titratable acidity) and total solids, including impacts on texture and shelf stability
- Live culture presence/viability where claimed, depending on heat treatment after fermentation
Grades
- Codex compositional definitions and labeling expectations for fermented milks are commonly referenced in international alignment (e.g., Codex CXS 243-2003), with detailed grade/class practices typically set by national standards and buyer specifications.
Packaging
- Single-serve cups and multi-serve tubs (plastic or coated paperboard), typically sealed with foil lids
- Bulk foodservice packs and industrial pails for downstream use (e.g., sauces, bakery, ready meals) where applicable
ProcessingFermentation/incubation conditions (time-temperature) are critical control points for texture and acid developmentStraining/concentration increases solids and can improve texture and reduce free whey but raises yield sensitivity to milk compositionCold-chain integrity is essential to limit post-process microbial growth and maintain sensory quality
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Milk collection and chilling -> receipt testing -> standardization/homogenization (as needed) -> pasteurization/heat treatment -> cooling -> starter culture inoculation -> incubation/fermentation -> cooling and optional stirring/straining -> filling/packaging -> refrigerated storage and distribution
Demand Drivers
- Everyday consumption as a staple fermented dairy in South Asia and parts of the Middle East and Eastern Europe
- Convenience and snack positioning in modern retail, including flavored and single-serve formats
- High-protein/strained product demand in markets where health-and-fitness positioning is prominent
- Use as an ingredient in cooking (marinades, sauces, bakery, ready meals) supporting some business-to-business demand
Temperature
- Refrigerated handling and distribution are typically required throughout storage and transport; temperature abuse can rapidly shorten usable life and increase food safety risk.
- Post-fermentation rapid cooling is important to slow further acid development and stabilize texture.
Shelf Life
- Generally a short, refrigerated shelf-life product where remaining life is strongly affected by hygiene, packaging integrity, and continuous cold-chain control.
- Strained/concentrated styles may better tolerate distribution stress than higher-whey, low-solids products, but remain refrigeration-dependent.
Risks
Food Safety HighCurd is a high-moisture, chilled dairy product; failures in pasteurization validation, hygienic design/cleaning, or cold-chain continuity can enable pathogenic contamination and rapid spoilage, triggering recalls and import restrictions that disrupt trade flows.Use validated heat treatment, robust environmental monitoring (e.g., for Listeria in ready-to-eat dairy environments), and end-to-end cold-chain temperature monitoring with clear corrective-action thresholds.
Animal Health MediumTransboundary animal disease events affecting dairy herds can reduce raw milk availability and constrain movement of dairy inputs, tightening supply for cultured products and creating price volatility.Maintain diversified milk sourcing (where feasible), strengthen farm biosecurity, and monitor official animal health alerts and movement controls.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport requirements for fermented dairy commonly cover compositional definitions, permitted cultures/additives, labeling (including nutrition and allergen statements), and shelf-life documentation; non-compliance can lead to shipment detentions or market access loss.Align formulations and labels to destination-country rules, reference Codex where relevant for baseline definitions, and maintain documentation for additives and process controls.
Logistics MediumRefrigerated logistics costs and disruptions (energy price spikes, reefer capacity constraints, port delays) can quickly erode remaining shelf life and reduce trade feasibility for chilled fermented dairy.Prioritize nearer markets, build contingency routing, and use packaging and distribution planning that protect remaining shelf life (e.g., conservative dispatch temperatures and time buffers).
Sustainability
- Greenhouse gas emissions intensity associated with dairy farming (enteric methane) and energy use in refrigerated processing and distribution
- Manure and nutrient management risks affecting water quality in major dairy basins
- Packaging waste concerns, especially for single-serve cups and multilayer materials that are difficult to recycle in some markets
Labor & Social
- Working conditions and occupational safety for farm and processing-plant labor (including migrant labor in some dairy regions)
- Animal welfare expectations and compliance scrutiny tied to dairy supply chains and retailer requirements
FAQ
Why is international trade in curd often more regional than global?Curd is typically a chilled, high-moisture dairy product with a short usable life. That makes continuous refrigeration and fast logistics essential, so cross-border trade tends to concentrate within nearby markets and regional trading blocs where cold-chain transit times are manageable.
What is the most critical risk that can disrupt curd trade quickly?Food safety incidents linked to hygiene failures or cold-chain breaks are the fastest trade disruptors because they can trigger recalls, border detentions, and temporary import restrictions for chilled fermented dairy products.
Are there international reference standards relevant to fermented milk/curd products?Yes. Codex Alimentarius has standards and guidance used as international references for fermented milks and for food hygiene and additive use, and these are often used to inform or align national regulations and buyer specifications.
Sources
Curd Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Curd market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
United States
Chile
Seychelles
Italy
South Africa
Philippines
El Salvador
Russia
Saudi Arabia
Germany
Bulgaria
Denmark
All country market pages: United States, Chile, Seychelles, Italy, South Africa, Philippines, El Salvador, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Bulgaria, Denmark, Ukraine, France, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Netherlands, Kuwait, Poland, Belgium, Uzbekistan, India, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, United Kingdom, Spain, South Korea, Austria, Lithuania, China, Czechia, Japan, Hungary, Luxembourg, Azerbaijan, Turkiye, Latvia, Romania, Switzerland, Sweden, Nicaragua, Egypt, Oman, Slovakia, Serbia, Singapore, Estonia, Brazil, Slovenia, Jordan, Greece, Croatia, Qatar, Uruguay, Finland, United Arab Emirates, Portugal, Canada, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Bahrain, Tajikistan, Iceland, Cyprus, Colombia, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Armenia, Indonesia, Turkmenistan, Andorra, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Honduras, Israel, Iran, Jamaica, Kenya, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Nepal, Panama, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Thailand, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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