세계의 개별 급속 냉동(IQF) 치즈 시장 보고서 : 제품, 원료, 유형, 지역별(2025-2033년)

The global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market size reached USD 6.6 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 9.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.24% during 2025-2033. The rising prevalence of chronic and acute indications, increasing preference for outpatient stay due to its lower costs and convenience, and increasing health consciousness represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Individual Quick Frozen (IQF) cheese refers to a method of preserving cheese through a process that involves rapidly freezing each individual piece of cheese separately. This method is different from traditional freezing methods that freeze cheese as a block, which can cause the cheese to lose its texture and taste when thawed. The IQF cheese process involves cutting the cheese into small pieces or shreds and freezing them quickly at extremely low temperatures, often using liquid nitrogen. The freezing process helps to preserve the cheese's quality, texture, and taste by preventing the formation of ice crystals that can damage the cheese. The frozen cheese can be stored for long periods without losing its quality, and it can be used in a wide range of recipes and applications, including pizzas, sandwiches, and salads. IQF cheese is popular among food manufacturers and distributors because it is easy to handle and portion, reduces waste, and can be used as needed without thawing an entire block of cheese. Additionally, it allows for more flexibility in inventory management, as frozen cheese can be stored for longer periods of time and easily shipped and transported. In recent years, IQF cheese has gained popularity across the globe as it is a convenient and practical solution for foodservice and culinary professionals looking for high-quality cheese products.

Individual Quick Frozen (IQF) Cheese Market Trends:

One of the primary factors driving the market is the rising convenience offered by IQF cheese. It is a popular ingredient for foodservice providers who are looking for high-quality ingredients that are easy to use and store for longer periods without losing its quality and texture. The ability to portion the cheese as needed also helps to reduce waste and improve inventory management. Additionally, with the changing consumer preferences, they are increasingly becoming inclined toward natural, minimally processed, and high-quality food products, including cheese. IQF cheese is often perceived as a healthier option compared to processed cheese products, as it is minimally processed and does not contain additives or preservatives. Other than this, the growth of the foodservice industry is also escalated the demand for IQF cheese. The use of IQF cheese in foodservice applications, such as pizzas, sandwiches, and salads, is also driving demand for IQF cheese. Besides this, the growth of e-commerce and online food ordering platforms is creating new opportunities for IQF cheese manufacturers and distributors. The ability to order and deliver high-quality, frozen cheese products directly to consumers' homes is a major trend in the food industry. Moreover, technological advancements in freezing technology have made IQF cheese production more efficient and cost-effective. Furthermore, advances in freezing equipment, such as cryogenic freezers, have made it possible to freeze cheese more quickly and at lower temperatures, preserving the cheese's quality and texture.

Key Market Segmentation:

Product Insights:

• Mozzarella
• Cheddar
• Parmesan
• Others

Source Insights:

• Cow Cheese
• Goat Cheese

Type Insights:

• Standard of Identity (SOI) Cheese
• Non-standard of Identity (SOI) Cheese

Regional Insights:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Spain
• Russia
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Australia
• Indonesia
• Others
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Europe was the largest market for individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese. Some of the factors driving the Europe individual quick frozen cheese market included convenience, versatility, and extended shelf life of IQF cheese, rising demand for convenience foods and changing consumer lifestyles.

Competitive Landscape:

• The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies covered include Agrial, CASEIFICIO PUGLIESE F.LLI Radicci Spa, Consorzio Dal Molise, Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, Freddy Baines N.V., Granarolo S.p.A. (Granlatte Societa Cooperativa Agricola a.r.l.), Leprino Foods Company, Mammen Cheese A|S (Mammen Dairies Ltd.), Ornua Co-operative Limited, etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global individual quick (IQF) frozen cheese market?
• What is the impact of each driver, restraint, and opportunity on the global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• What are the key regional markets?
• Which countries represent the most attractive individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the product?
• Which is the most attractive product in the individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the source?
• Which is the most attractive source in the individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on type?
• Which is the most attractive type in the individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• What is the competitive structure of the global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?
• Who are the key players/companies in the global individual quick frozen (IQF) cheese market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Individual Quick Frozen (IQF) Cheese Market

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Product

• 6.1 Mozzarella
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Cheddar
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 Parmesan
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast
• 6.4 Others
  • 6.4.1 Market Trends
  • 6.4.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Source

• 7.1 Cow Cheese
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Goat Cheese
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Type

• 8.1 Standard of Identity (SOI) Cheese
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Non-Standard of Identity (SOI) Cheese
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Region

• 9.1 North America
  • 9.1.1 United States
    • 9.1.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.1.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.1.2 Canada
    • 9.1.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.1.2.2 Market Forecast
• 9.2 Asia-Pacific
  • 9.2.1 China
    • 9.2.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.2 Japan
    • 9.2.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.3 India
    • 9.2.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.4 South Korea
    • 9.2.4.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.5 Australia
    • 9.2.5.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.6 Indonesia
    • 9.2.6.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.7 Others
    • 9.2.7.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.7.2 Market Forecast
• 9.3 Europe
  • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.2 France
    • 9.3.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.3 United Kingdom
    • 9.3.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.4 Italy
    • 9.3.4.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.5.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.6 Russia
    • 9.3.6.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.7 Others
    • 9.3.7.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.7.2 Market Forecast
• 9.4 Latin America
  • 9.4.1 Brazil
    • 9.4.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.4.2 Mexico
    • 9.4.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.4.3 Others
    • 9.4.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.3.2 Market Forecast
• 9.5 Middle East and Africa
  • 9.5.1 Market Trends
  • 9.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
  • 9.5.3 Market Forecast

10 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities

• 10.1 Overview
• 10.2 Drivers
• 10.3 Restraints
• 10.4 Opportunities

11 Value Chain Analysis

12 Porters Five Forces Analysis

• 12.1 Overview
• 12.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
• 12.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
• 12.4 Degree of Competition
• 12.5 Threat of New Entrants
• 12.6 Threat of Substitutes

13 Price Analysis

14 Competitive Landscape

• 14.1 Market Structure
• 14.2 Key Players
• 14.3 Profiles of Key Players
  • 14.3.1 Agrial
    • 14.3.1.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.2 CASEIFICIO PUGLIESE F.LLI Radicci Spa
    • 14.3.2.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.3 Consorzio Dal Molise
    • 14.3.3.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.4 Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
    • 14.3.4.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.4.3 Financials
    • 14.3.4.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 14.3.5 Freddy Baines n.v.
    • 14.3.5.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.6 Granarolo S.p.A. (Granlatte Societa Cooperativa Agricola a.r.l.)
    • 14.3.6.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.7 Leprino Foods Company
    • 14.3.7.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.7.3 SWOT Analysis
  • 14.3.8 Mammen Cheese A|S (Mammen Dairies Ltd.)
    • 14.3.8.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.9 Ornua Co-operative Limited
    • 14.3.9.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.9.2 Product Portfolio

Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.