In 2023, China's import of processed cheese was at 18.221 million kilograms. Projections for 2024 to 2028 show a steady annual increase in volume, with expectations to reach 21.662 million kilograms by 2028. This forecast implies a stable year-on-year growth, averaging roughly 3.67% per year from 2024 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) across this five-year period is pegged at 3.61%, indicating consistent growth momentum in the Chinese market for processed cheese imports.

Future trends to watch include:

Changes in consumer preferences towards Western diets, potentially boosting demand for dairy products.
Economic factors such as trade policies and import regulations affecting cheese imports.
Shifts in domestic cheese production capabilities within China that may influence import demand.
Impact of global dairy market trends and prices on import volumes.