The global cheddar cheese market reached a value of USD 3.78 Billion in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.50% during the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of USD 5.87 Billion by 2035. Growth is primarily driven by growing consumer preference for Western-style diets and the increasing use of cheddar in fast food, bakery, and ready-to-eat convenience meals.
Base Year
Historical Period
Forecast Period
Compound Annual Growth Rate
4.5%
Value in USD Billion
2026-2035
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| Global Cheddar Cheese Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | USD Billion | 2025 |
| Historical Period | USD Billion | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | USD Billion | 2026-2035 |
| Market Size 2025 | USD Billion | 3.78 |
| Market Size 2035 | USD Billion | 5.87 |
| CAGR 2019-2025 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 | Percentage | 4.50% |
| CAGR 2026-2035- Market by Region | Asia Pacific | 5.0% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Country | India | 5.1% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Country | China | 4.8% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by By Source | Goat Milk | 5.4% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by By Type | Processed | 5.5% |
| Market Share by Country 2025 | Mexico | 2.1% |
On the basis of source, the cattle milk accounts for the largest share, as the cheddar cheese obtained from cow’s milk is consumers’ popular preference. Meanwhile, on the basis of type, the natural cheese segment accounts for a significant share in the market owing to its rising application in food items like pizza, burger, pasta, and sandwich, among others. The natural cheddar cheese melts exceptionally well. This makes it the first choice for cheese in exotic dishes. On the basis of distribution channel, supermarket and hypermarkets account for a considerable share as people now a days prefer going out for purchasing.
The Asia Pacific accounts for a significant share, owing to the increasing adoption of western dietary habits, increasing disposable incomes, increasing population, and changing lifestyles especially in countries like China and India. Europe and North America, on the other hand, account for a considerable share owing to the high consumption of fast foods, such as pizza and burger.
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Cheddar is a variety of off-white cheese, which is sharp in taste. It has a smooth texture and is a good source of calcium, vitamin K, and contains most important nutrients needed for promoting the health of bones. It is a natural cheese, which is usually made from cow’s milk and is widely purchased and eaten.
Based on source, the market is segmented into:
By type, the market is segmented into:
Based on form, the market is divided into:
On the basis of distribution channels, the market is segmented into:
The regional markets for the product include:
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Country |
| India | 5.1% |
| China | 4.8% |
| Mexico | 4.8% |
| UK | 4.4% |
| Japan | 4.2% |
| USA | 4.1% |
| Canada | XX% |
| Germany | XX% |
| France | XX% |
| Australia | XX% |
| Saudi Arabia | XX% |
| Brazil | XX% |
| Italy | 4.0% |
The global cheddar cheese industry is driven by the rising popularity of fast food items such as pizza, burger, sandwiches, wraps, and tacos, among others, along with traditional recipes. Therefore, the rising demand for fast food is propelling the market growth in the forecast period. The market is further augmented by the increasing number of fast food retail outlets, coupled with the rising disposable incomes of population. Moreover, the rising consumer awareness about the benefits provided by cheddar cheese is further aiding the market in the forecast period. The healthy nutritional value of cheddar cheese, which contains vitamin K, provides energy to heart and bone. Therefore, it is considered as an extremely healthy snack and makes it a preferable food choice.
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global cheddar cheese market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:
The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.
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The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.50% between 2026-2035.
The increasing popularity of fast-food products, the growing consumer awareness regarding the benefits of cheddar cheese, and the rising usage of cheddar cheese in various food items are the major drivers of the market.
The expansion of the foodservice sector, the growing disposable incomes of consumers, and the rising applications of natural cheese in exotic dishes are the key trends guiding the market growth.
The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and the Asia Pacific.
Cattle milk, goat milk, and sheep milk, among others, are the major sources of cheddar cheese.
The significant types of cheddar cheese are natural and processed.
Block, cubes, spread, and slice, among others, are the various segments based on the form of the product considered in the market report.
The different distribution channels in the market are supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, specialist retailers, and online channels, among others.
The major players in the market are Arla Foods amba, Lactalis Group, Fonterra Co-operative Group, Saputo Inc, Dairy Farmers of America, and Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd, among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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