Belgium - Cheese - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Cheese Price in Belgium - 2023

Contents:

  1. Cheese Price in Belgium (CIF) - 2023
  2. Cheese Price in Belgium (FOB) - 2023
  3. Cheese Imports in Belgium
  4. Cheese Exports in Belgium

Cheese Price in Belgium (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average cheese import price amounted to $5,290 per ton, waning by -2.6% against the previous month. Over the last twelve months, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2023 when the average import price increased by 8.8% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $5,648 per ton in February 2023; however, from March 2023 to June 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Italy ($8,310 per ton), while the price for Denmark ($4,328 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cheese Price in Belgium (FOB) - 2023

The average cheese export price stood at $5,126 per ton in June 2023, which is down by -2.8% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in September 2022 an increase of 58% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $5,434 per ton in January 2023; however, from February 2023 to June 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($7,553 per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan ($3,728 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cheese Imports in Belgium

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of cheese decreased by -3.2% to 397K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 15%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 410K tons, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

In value terms, cheese imports rose modestly to $2B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +10.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Import of Cheese in Belgium (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Netherlands538544567531-0.4%
France4565215435224.6%
Germany21825533340923.3%
Italy13716120621516.2%
United Kingdom6.327.083.597.0148.8%
Ireland23.536.161.282.952.2%
Denmark34.828.037.727.5-7.5%
Others56.362.891.810523.1%
Total1,4691,6351,9241,99010.6%

Top Suppliers of Cheese to Belgium in 2022:

  1. Germany (103.6K tons)
  2. Netherlands (95.6K tons)
  3. France (93.3K tons)
  4. Italy (35.4K tons)
  5. United Kingdom (22.8K tons)
  6. Ireland (20.4K tons)
  7. Denmark (5.5K tons)

Cheese Exports in Belgium

In 2022, cheese exports from Belgium expanded slightly to 306K tons, surging by 2.6% compared with the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 15%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, cheese exports amounted to $1.4B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +13.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 20%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Export of Cheese in Belgium (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Netherlands2653043113135.7%
United Kingdom10898.721023529.6%
France1561711942008.6%
Italy1161181291468.0%
Germany77.989.296.411212.9%
Spain56.257.083.210723.9%
Luxembourg48.652.852.151.11.7%
Portugal12.912.018.124.724.2%
Others12918320723321.8%
Total9681,0851,3001,42213.7%

Top Export Markets for Cheese from Belgium in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (66.4K tons)
  2. United Kingdom (48.3K tons)
  3. Italy (39.3K tons)
  4. France (38.9K tons)
  5. Spain (24.2K tons)
  6. Germany (22.2K tons)
  7. Luxembourg (10.2K tons)
  8. Portugal (4.9K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cheese market in Belgium. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 901 - Cheese from Whole Cow Milk
  • FCL 904 - Cheese from Skimmed Cow Milk
  • FCL 905 - Whey Cheese
  • FCL 907 - Processed Cheese
  • FCL 955 - Cheese of Buffalo Milk
  • FCL 984 - Cheese of Sheep Milk
  • FCL 1021 - Cheese of Goat Milk

Country coverage:

  • Belgium

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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