Cheese Type (Mozzarella) | Pizza, Stretchy Dishes | Moisture Content: 60-65% (ISO 205:2008) ▲▲▲ (Industry: 55%, Base: 60%, Advanced: 65%) | ▲▲▲ Stretchiness: Superior for pizza and melted dishes (retains shape). | ▲▲▲ Shorter Shelf Life: Requires refrigeration (30 days vs. 60 days for cheddar). |
Cheese Type (Cheddar) | Shredding, Snacking, Sandwiches | Fat Content: 30-35% (AOAC 984.13) ▲▲ (Industry: 25%, Base: 30%, Advanced: 35%) | ▲▲ Longer Shelf Life: 60+ days at 4°C (ideal for bulk storage). | ▲▲ Lower Melt Quality: Less stretchy than mozzarella (better for texture retention). |
Packaging (Bulk) | Commercial Kitchens, Restaurants | Oxygen Permeability: <25 cm³/m²/24h (ASTM D3985) ▲▲▲ (Industry: 50, Base: 30, Advanced: 25) | ▲▲▲ Cost Efficiency: Reduced per-unit cost for bulk orders. | ▲▲▲ Higher Spoilage Risk: Requires strict temperature control during transport. |
Processing Method | Industrial Slicing, Grating | Particle Uniformity: ±10% variance (ISO 14405) ▲▲ (Industry: ±20%, Base: ±15%, Advanced: ±10%) | ▲▲ Consistency: Ideal for automated food processing (e.g., pizza factories). | ▲▲ Higher Energy Use: Advanced processing requires specialized equipment. |
Shelf Stability | Export, Long-Term Storage | pH Level: 5.2–5.5 (ISO 6887) ▲▲▲ (Industry: 5.8, Base: 5.6, Advanced: 5.2) | ▲▲▲ Reduced Spoilage: Enhanced microbial resistance for global shipping. | ▲▲▲ Flavor Compromise: Lower pH may alter traditional cheese taste. |
Texture Customization | Specialty Dishes, Artisanal Products | Granularity: 0.8–1.2 mm (USDA 7 CFR §58.131) ▲ (Industry: 1.5 mm, Base: 1.2 mm, Advanced: 0.8 mm) | ▲ Versatility: Meets niche requirements (e.g., fine grating for sauces). | ▲ Higher Waste: Finer cuts may produce more crumbs in processing. |