| Product Code: ETC4848429 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The market for processed cheese imports in Ireland experienced a significant increase in concentration levels in 2024, with the top exporting countries being the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.3% from 2020-2024, there was a notable growth rate of 4.83% from 2023-2024. This suggests that despite the overall decline in the market, there is a recent uptick in demand for processed cheese imports in Ireland. The high concentration levels indicate a competitive market landscape dominated by a few key players.

In the Europe region, the Processed Cheese market in Ireland is projected to expand at a stable growth rate of 0.00% by 2027. The largest economy is Germany, followed by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Cheese Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Milk Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer preference for convenience foods |
4.2.2 Growing demand for processed cheese in foodservice industry |
4.2.3 Rising trend of snacking culture and on-the-go consumption |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Health concerns related to processed cheese consumption |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials like milk |
4.3.3 Competition from substitutes like natural cheese and plant-based alternatives |
5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Trends |
6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Processed Cheese Market, By Cheese Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Blue Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Brick Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Camembert Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheddar Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cottage Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cream Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Processed Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Processed Cheese, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market, By Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheese Blocks, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Traingle, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Rectangle, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Circle, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Square, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheese Slice, 2021-2031F |
6.2.8 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheese Spray, 2021-2031F |
6.2.9 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cheese Spray, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market, By Milk Source |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Cattle Milk, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Goat Milk, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Sheep Milk, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market, By End Use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail / Household, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By HoReCa, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By F&B Processors, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Snacks Manufacturers, 2021-2031F |
6.4.6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Bakery and Confectionery Product Manufacturers, 2021-2031F |
6.4.7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Sauces and Condiment Manufacturers, 2021-2031F |
6.4.8 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Other F&B Processors, 2021-2031F |
6.4.9 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Other F&B Processors, 2021-2031F |
6.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market, By Distribution |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Sales (B2B), 2021-2031F |
6.5.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarkets and Supermarkets, 2021-2031F |
6.5.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Club Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.5.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Discounters, 2021-2031F |
6.5.6 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Grocery Retailers, 2021-2031F |
6.5.7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer engagement on social media platforms for processed cheese brands |
8.2 Number of new product launches and innovations in the processed cheese segment |
8.3 Percentage of households in Ireland regularly purchasing processed cheese |
9 Ireland Processed Cheese Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Opportunity Assessment, By Cheese Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Opportunity Assessment, By Milk Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Processed Cheese Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Processed Cheese Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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