Quatá Alimentos is one of Brazil’s leading dairy manufacturers, known for its wide range of high-quality milk, cheese, and dairy-based products. Founded in 1990, Quatá has grown into a national powerhouse in the dairy sector, combining tradition with modern production techniques to meet the evolving needs of consumers across Brazil.
Core Business
Quatá’s core business is the production, processing, and distribution of dairy products, including UHT milk, cheeses, creams, and dairy beverages. With a strong presence in both the retail and foodservice sectors, the company supplies supermarkets, wholesalers, bakeries, restaurants, and industrial clients.
Product and Service Offerings
The product portfolio includes:
- Milk: UHT Whole Milk, UHT Skimmed Milk, UHT Semi-skimmed Milk, UHT Zero Lactose Milk.
- Cheeses: Prato Cheese, Coalho Cheese, Grated Parmesan, Requeijão (Brazilian Cream Cheese Spread), Cream Cheese.
- Cooking Dairy Products: Heavy Cream, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Fresh Cream.
- Dairy Beverages: Chocolate-flavored Dairy Drinks, Quatá Kids Vitamin-enriched Dairy Drinks.
The company emphasizes offering both traditional and innovative dairy products, including lactose-free options for the growing health-conscious market.
Specialization and Core USP
Quatá stands out in the Brazilian dairy market due to:
- Vertical integration, with control over milk sourcing, ensuring high-quality raw material supply.
- A broad portfolio catering to multiple market segments, including retail, foodservice, and industrial clients.
- Significant investments in R&D to develop functional dairy products and health-focused formulations like zero lactose.
- A strong and recognized brand across Brazil, trusted for consistency and flavor.
Financials
Although Quatá is a privately held company, industry estimates and market analyses report:
- Annual revenue exceeding BRL 900 million (~USD 180 million).
- Production capacity of over 400 million liters of UHT milk per year.
- Cheese production capacity exceeding 12,000 tons annually.
- Continuous annual growth rates of 8–12%, driven by expansion in premium and health-focused dairy lines.
Shipment Data
As a domestic market leader, Quatá focuses primarily on national distribution, but has steadily increased its export activities:
- Over 200 international shipments in the past two years, according to trade data.
- Export destinations include Latin America, with exploratory shipments to Europe and the Middle East.
- Export value estimated at over USD 5 million annually, primarily through cheese and specialty dairy products.
Target Market
Quatá serves:
- Retail consumers through supermarkets and hypermarkets.
- Foodservice operators, including restaurants, bakeries, and catering companies.
- Industrial clients using dairy products as raw materials.
- Health-conscious consumers seeking lactose-free and enriched dairy products.
Its Quatá Kids line targets families with young children, offering vitamin-enriched dairy drinks designed for child nutrition.
Capabilities
Quatá operates:
- Three modern production facilities strategically located across Brazil.
- A sophisticated cold chain distribution system ensuring nationwide delivery.
- A fleet of refrigerated trucks handling daily deliveries to retail and wholesale clients.
- An in-house R&D team dedicated to product innovation, quality improvement, and market trend analysis.
Certifications and Compliance
The company holds:
- SIF (Serviço de Inspeção Federal) certification for all processing plants.
- ISO 9001 certification for quality management.
- Compliance with ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) regulations.
- Participation in Programa Alimento Seguro (PAS), a national food safety initiative.
Customer Testimonials
A major supermarket chain reported:
“Quatá consistently supplies us with top-quality dairy products, ensuring shelf availability and strong consumer loyalty.”
A foodservice distributor shared:
“Their broad product portfolio and reliable delivery schedules make Quatá a key partner in our dairy category.”
Major Achievements
- Recognized as one of the Top 5 dairy brands in Brazil by volume and market share.
- Launched the successful Zero Lactose line in 2018, now accounting for over 10% of total sales.
- Achieved national distribution coverage with over 50,000 points of sale.
- Invested BRL 30 million (~USD 6 million) in 2022 to expand production capacity and modernize facilities.
With a strong brand, diversified product lines, and a commitment to quality, Quatá Alimentos continues to reinforce its position as a leader in the Brazilian dairy industry and an emerging exporter on the international stage.
