Cheddar block (40 lb)

USDA / CME

$ per lb (CME cash)

Latest

$1.6525

2026-10-15

Change vs prior report

▲ 8.0%

Year over year

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Operator blended range

$1.55–$1.95

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Source

CME Group daily cash close, published by USDA Dairy Market News (MMN slug 1603). Dollars per pound, carlot.

Benchmark that mozzarella contracts are commonly priced against.

Your distributor price includes delivery, margin and pack differences. Use this for direction and negotiation, not as a quote.