Kraft Cheese

Kraft cheese is a historic American brand that dates back to the early 20th century. Originally founded by James L. Kraft, the company revolutionized the dairy industry with the invention of processed cheese, which allowed for longer shelf life and standardized quality. Over the decades, the brand has become a household name globally, synonymous with products like Kraft Singles and macaroni and cheese.

In 2015, the Kraft Foods Group merged with Heinz to form the Kraft Heinz Company. While the brand is quintessentially American, its manufacturing footprint is global. Products are produced across various facilities in North America, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East to serve regional markets. In some international territories, such as Europe, the rights to certain Kraft-branded dairy products are managed under license by other entities like Mondelēz International or Lactalis, following previous corporate restructurings.