Blue cheese imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported blue cheese worth $37.3 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 197 countries for imports of this product. That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $36.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $37.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $34.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $31.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $35.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $36.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports blue cheese from
Most of the value came from France (29%), Denmark (22%), Germany (20%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $10.8M | 29% |
| Denmark | $8.3M | 22% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 14% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 10% |
| Canada | $887K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $274K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $155K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $142K | 0.4% |
| India | $57K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.10 per kg, 26% above the world average of $7.99. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Blue cheese exports from the United States
Exports of blue cheese by the United States reached $3.7 million in 2024 (440 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mexico (37%), Canada (20%), South Korea (9%). Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.4M | 37% |
| Canada | $744K | 20% |
| South Korea | $333K | 9% |
| Denmark | $133K | 3.6% |
| Guatemala | $123K | 3.3% |
| Honduras | $121K | 3.3% |
| France | $115K | 3.1% |
| El Salvador | $85K | 2.3% |
| Russia | $83K | 2.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $71K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0406.40: Dairy produce: cheese, blue-veined and other cheese containing veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti (not grated, powdered or processed).
Common questions
What is the value of blue cheese imported by the United States?
The United States imported blue cheese worth $37.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 197 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply blue cheese to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Denmark (22%) and Germany (20%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of blue cheese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.10 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $7.99 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of blue cheese to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $37.3 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export blue cheese?
Yes. The United States exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $33.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for blue cheese?
The HS code for blue cheese is subheading 0406.40. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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