Leprino Foods Company is a global dairy leader and the world's largest producer of mozzarella cheese. Founded in 1950 as a family-run grocery store in Denver, Colorado, the company has expanded into a premier manufacturer of pasta filata cheese and high-quality dairy ingredients. With a workforce of over 5,000 employees and a significant manufacturing presence across the United States, Brazil, and Europe, the company serves diverse segments including pizza chains, foodservice distributors, and food manufacturers.
The company's extensive product portfolio is divided into two primary divisions: Cheese and Nutrition. The cheese division specializes in mozzarella, pizza cheese, and premium Italian-style blends under brands such as Bacio Cheese and Picnic. These products are recognized for their patented heating and stretching processes that ensure superior melt, stretch, and flavor. The nutrition division, including the Leprino Nutrition and Ascent brands, is a leading global supplier of whey protein isolates, lactose, micellar casein, and specialty proteins used in infant nutrition, sports supplements, and medical nutraceuticals.
Leprino Foods maintains a strong commitment to quality and food safety, with manufacturing plants achieving SQF Level 3 and NSF 363 certifications. As a vertically integrated manufacturer, the company sources fresh Grade A milk to produce ingredients that offer functional benefits such as enhanced stability and improved nutritional profiles. The company also emphasizes corporate social responsibility, operating under a global responsibility framework and maintaining transparency through GRI Index reporting.
OEM manufacturerOffers OEM services for customized brand manufacturing.
Own brandOwns and operates its own brands and manufacturing facilities.
High capacity factoryCan handle large-scale or bulk production orders.
Product customizationOffers full customization for design and features.
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🇮🇹 Italy
187611-50 peopleWholesaler/Trading Company/Service Company
Established brand
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