Sub Product
Aged Raclette, French Raclette, Goat Milk Raclette, Organic Cow Milk Raclette, +2
Raw Materials
Cow Milk
HS Code
040690
Last Updated
2026-04-22
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Raclette market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 47 exporter companies and 23 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 214 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 4; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-22.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Raclette
Analyze 214 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Raclette.
Raclette Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Raclette to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Raclette: Switzerland (+37.6%), France (+15.9%), Hong Kong (-13.8%).
Raclette Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Raclette country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Raclette transaction unit prices: Switzerland (14.03 USD / kg), France (11.95 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | +37.6% | 41 | 17.20 USD / kg (1,077.19 kg) | 10.88 USD / kg (1,203.97 kg) | 16.58 USD / kg (1,500.6 kg) | 23.07 USD / kg (496 kg) | 18.96 USD / kg (386.49 kg) | 14.03 USD / kg (39,272.85 kg) | ||||||
| France | +15.9% | 154 | 12.31 USD / kg (1,396.62 kg) | 13.00 USD / kg (2,132.08 kg) | 11.97 USD / kg (836.35 kg) | 11.94 USD / kg (1,302.98 kg) | 13.74 USD / kg (2,615.34 kg) | 11.95 USD / kg (2,183.98 kg) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | -13.8% | 13 | 15.56 USD / kg (6.911 kg) | 15.49 USD / kg (2.448 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 11.21 USD / kg (48.89 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Netherlands | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 14.92 USD / kg (28.8 kg) | 3.78 USD / kg (748 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Belgium | +5.3% | 1 | - (-) | 4.96 USD / kg (7.05 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Denmark | +8.6% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Raclette Global Supply Chain Coverage
70 companies
47 exporters and 23 importers are mapped for Raclette.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Raclette, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Raclette Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
47 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Raclette. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Raclette Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 47 total exporter companies in the Raclette supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Switzerland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food PackagingFood WholesalersOthersBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleOthersFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, Turkiye, Russia, India
Supplying Products: Raclette, Swiss Cheese, Cheddar Cheese +5
(Switzerland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Raclette, Swiss Cheese, Swiss Mountain Raclette +2
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Mexico, Costa Rica
Supplying Products: Raclette, Aged Raclette
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Costa Rica
Supplying Products: Raclette, Organic Cow Milk Raclette
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetailFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Kazakhstan, South Korea
Supplying Products: Raclette, Goat Milk Cheese, Comte Cheese +5
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Raclette Global Exporter Coverage
47 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Raclette supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Raclette opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Raclette (HS Code 040690) in 2024
For Raclette 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 |
Raclette Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Raclette exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Raclette Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
23 importer companies are mapped for Raclette demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Raclette Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 23 total importer companies tracked for Raclette. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-28
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
23 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Raclette.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Raclette buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Raclette (HS Code 040690) in 2024
For Raclette 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 |
Raclette Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Raclette origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Raclette
Raclette Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Raclette wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-09, countries with visible Raclette wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (14.57 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 14.46 USD / kg | 14.46 USD / kg | 14.39 USD / kg | 14.53 USD / kg | 14.57 USD / kg | - |
Raclette Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Raclette wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 13.32 USD / kg | 2.74 USD / kg | 14.64 USD / kg | -0.3% |
Latest Raclette Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 4 Raclette wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Нар**** ********** *** *** ** ******** ******* ***** * ******* **** | 2.76 USD / kg | |
| 2025-10-01 | Рак*** * *** ********* ***** * ******* **** | 14.59 USD / kg | |
| 2025-02-01 | Рак**** **** ** ********* ***** * ******* **** | 14.70 USD / kg | |
| 2024-09-01 | Сир ********** ****** ****** *********** ***** * ******* **** | 11.43 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormChilled
Industry PositionDairy Processed Product
Market
Raclette is a semi-hard melting cheese most strongly associated with Alpine-origin traditions and protected-origin products in Switzerland and France, while “raclette-style” cheeses are produced more broadly across Europe for retail and foodservice. International trade is typically captured under general cheese tariff lines (e.g., HS 0406), so raclette-specific flows are not cleanly separable in most public trade datasets. Demand is highly seasonal in many markets, with a pronounced winter peak linked to raclette dining occasions and ski/tourism-linked consumption. Global market dynamics are shaped by milk price volatility, cold-chain requirements, and food-safety controls for ready-to-eat cheese, alongside sustainability scrutiny of dairy emissions and animal-welfare expectations.
Market Growth
Major Producing Countries
- SwitzerlandCore origin associated with Raclette du Valais AOP and strong domestic consumption; premium export positioning for protected-origin cheese.
- FranceMajor producer of raclette-type cheeses including protected-origin products (e.g., Raclette de Savoie IGP) and industrial formats for EU retail.
Major Exporting Countries
- SwitzerlandExports specialty cheeses (including raclette-type) primarily into neighboring European markets and premium channels.
- FranceLarge cheese exporter within the EU; raclette-type cheeses commonly distributed regionally in multiple pack formats.
Major Importing Countries
- GermanyLarge EU cheese import market and major seasonal retail destination for raclette-type cheeses (often not separately identified from other cheeses in trade statistics).
- United StatesImports specialty cheeses under general cheese categories; raclette typically appears in premium retail and foodservice rather than bulk commodity channels.
- United KingdomImports a wide range of EU cheeses; raclette demand is concentrated in seasonal retail promotions and specialty cheese counters.
Supply Calendar
- Switzerland (Alpine regions, including Valais):Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, MarCommercial pull commonly peaks in winter months; production is year-round but demand is notably seasonal for raclette dining occasions.
- France (Savoie/Haute-Savoie and broader dairy regions):Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, MarWinter seasonality in retail and foodservice drives higher shipment volumes of raclette-type cheese formats.
Specification
Major VarietiesRaclette du Valais AOP (Switzerland), Raclette de Savoie IGP (France), Raclette-style semi-hard melting cheese (non-PGI/AOP, industrial)
Physical Attributes
- Semi-hard texture designed to soften and flow under heat for table-top melting service
- Washed-rind or smear-ripened style is common; rind and surface flora influence aroma and melt behavior
- Typically sold as wheels, half-wheels, blocks, sliced packs, or foodservice loaves for melting equipment
Compositional Metrics
- Fat and moisture declarations are central commercial specification dimensions for cheese trade (e.g., fat in dry matter and moisture/solids targets)
- Salt level and pH/microbial criteria are key buyer specifications for ready-to-eat cheese quality and safety control
Grades
- Protected-origin compliance (AOP/IGP/PDO/PGI specifications) for eligible raclette products
- Codex-aligned identity and essential composition expectations for cheese categories used in international specifications
Packaging
- Vacuum-sealed wedges/blocks to limit oxygen exposure and mold growth during refrigerated distribution
- Pre-sliced retail packs for convenience and portion control
- Foodservice blocks/loaves optimized for raclette grills and slicing machines
ProcessingMelting performance (flow, stretch, and browning control) is a primary functional requirementControl of “oiling off” (fat separation) under heat is a frequent buyer quality criterionSmear-ripening/washed-rind handling influences flavor development and surface microbiology management
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Milk collection (cow) -> standardization (optional) -> pasteurization/thermization or raw milk processing (product-dependent) -> starter culture & rennet coagulation -> curd cutting/heating -> molding/pressing -> brining/salting -> ripening (affinage) -> portioning/slicing -> vacuum/MAP packing -> chilled distribution
Demand Drivers
- Strong winter seasonality tied to raclette dining occasions and holiday entertaining in Europe and export markets
- Premium positioning of protected-origin raclette and specialty cheese counter demand
- Convenience formats (pre-sliced packs) supporting retail adoption and reducing preparation friction
Temperature
- Continuous chilled chain is required for quality and food-safety management from packing through retail and foodservice
- Temperature abuse increases risk of spoilage and pathogen growth in ready-to-eat cheese
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packaging is widely used to reduce oxygen and slow mold growth while limiting moisture loss
- Modified-atmosphere packaging (MAP) may be used for sliced products to balance shelf life and sensory quality
Shelf Life
- Unopened vacuum-packed product generally has a longer shelf life than sliced/opened product; shelf-life performance depends on sanitation, packaging integrity, and cold-chain control
- Surface-ripened styles require stricter environmental hygiene and monitoring due to ready-to-eat risk profiles
Risks
Food Safety HighReady-to-eat cheese can be vulnerable to contamination by pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes, triggering recalls, import alerts, and rapid reputational damage—especially for sliced, high-handling formats and surface-ripened styles.Strengthen HACCP, environmental monitoring for Listeria, hygienic zoning, validated sanitation, and tight cold-chain control; use robust supplier and lot traceability for rapid withdrawal.
Milk Supply And Price Volatility MediumRaclette costs and availability are sensitive to raw milk price cycles, feed and energy costs, and competing demand from other cheese categories, creating margin and contract-risk volatility for exporters and importers.Use indexed pricing or hedging where available, diversify milk sourcing, and align seasonal production planning with contracted winter programs.
Animal Health MediumLivestock disease outbreaks can disrupt milk collection logistics, restrict animal movements, and tighten raw milk availability, affecting cheese output and cross-border trade flows.Maintain biosecurity and veterinary surveillance, qualify alternate supply regions, and build contingency inventory for seasonal peak demand.
Cold Chain And Quality Loss LowBreaks in refrigeration or packaging integrity can cause spoilage, textural defects, and shortened shelf life, increasing claims and waste in long-distance distribution.Specify validated chilled logistics, monitor temperatures end-to-end, and use packaging QA (seal checks, oxygen control where applicable) for sliced and portioned products.
Sustainability
- Dairy greenhouse-gas footprint (enteric methane) and increasing buyer requirements for emissions reporting and reduction plans
- Animal welfare and pasture-management expectations for premium and protected-origin positioning
- Packaging waste (vacuum films and sliced-pack formats) and growing pressure for recyclable solutions without compromising food safety
Labor & Social
- Worker safety risks in dairy processing (equipment safety, sanitation chemical handling, cold-room work) and increasing audit requirements in export-oriented supply chains
- Seasonal labor reliance in some European dairy and affinage operations, with heightened scrutiny on working conditions and housing in peak demand periods
Sources
Raclette Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Raclette market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
Switzerland
Germany
France
Italy
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Belgium
United States
New Zealand
Spain
Poland
Ireland
All country market pages: Switzerland, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Belgium, United States, New Zealand, Spain, Poland, Ireland, Japan, China, Denmark, Ukraine, Slovakia, Turkiye, Bahrain, Norway, Austria, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Greece, Vietnam, Australia, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, United Arab Emirates, Peru, Egypt, Czechia, Sweden, Hungary, Oman, Luxembourg, El Salvador, Cyprus, India, Uruguay, Kuwait, Argentina, Lithuania, Malaysia, Romania, Bulgaria, Canada, South Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Latvia, Estonia, Mexico, Portugal, Croatia, Finland, Morocco, Honduras, Qatar, Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Chile, Jamaica, Jordan, Slovenia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Brazil, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Israel, Iran, Iceland, 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, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Serbia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Thailand, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Raw materials: Cow Milk
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