U.S. Wood preservation Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030
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View PricingWood Preservation Exports From U.S. Reach $344 Million Mark in 2023
U.S. Wood Preservation Exports
Wood preservation exports from the United States contracted to 348K tons in 2023, reducing by -10.2% on the year before. In general, exports, however, enjoyed perceptible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 60%. The exports peaked at 653K tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, wood preservation exports totaled $344M (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Overall, total exports indicated a temperate increase from 2013 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by +26.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 27%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $429M in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
| COUNTRY | Export Value of Wood Preservation in U.S. (million USD) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
| Canada | 82.5 | 99.0 | 117 | 102 | 108 | 144 | 120 | 96.3 | 92.1 | 95.5 | 126 |
| Mexico | 23.6 | 27.0 | 23.2 | 30.7 | 31.9 | 31.8 | 32.8 | 41.7 | 45.6 | 41.1 | 38.9 |
| Jamaica | 16.4 | 14.3 | 13.7 | 14.4 | 15.8 | 14.9 | 13.0 | 16.0 | 20.8 | 28.0 | 29.8 |
| Bahamas | 7.4 | 9.5 | 10.2 | 13.4 | 14.9 | 13.9 | 14.5 | 17.2 | 25.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 |
| Dominican Republic | 6.6 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 7.9 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 3.5 | 3.3 | 7.2 | 9.5 | 12.5 |
| Belize | 2.9 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 7.4 | 2.4 | 4.7 | 6.3 | 10.3 |
| China | 18.1 | 32.0 | 38.6 | 88.8 | 148 | 61.9 | 16.0 | 9.8 | 8.9 | 12.6 | 8.4 |
| Peru | 8.9 | 10.0 | 7.4 | 7.1 | 3.5 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 2.9 | 6.2 | 4.9 | 7.3 |
| Brazil | 1.1 | 8.7 | 11.1 | 8.0 | 5.3 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 9.2 | 5.4 | 7.9 | 6.0 |
| Others | 52.4 | 69.8 | 67.3 | 71.7 | 92.5 | 103 | 88.3 | 74.4 | 95.0 | 104 | 85.0 |
| Total | 220 | 279 | 297 | 350 | 429 | 392 | 308 | 273 | 311 | 334 | 344 |
Exports by Country
Canada (63K tons), Mexico (48K tons) and Jamaica (48K tons) were the main destinations of wood preservation exports from the United States, with a combined 46% share of total exports. Bahamas, China, the Dominican Republic, Belize, Peru and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.
From 2013 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Belize (with a CAGR of +11.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Canada ($126M) remains the key foreign market for wood preservation exports from the United States, comprising 37% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($39M), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Jamaica, with an 8.7% share.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada stood at +4.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mexico (+5.1% per year) and Jamaica (+6.1% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the wood preservation price stood at $989 per ton (FOB, US), picking up by 15% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a modest increase from 2013 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, wood preservation export price increased by +57.7% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 35% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($2,010 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($524 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood preservation market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- NAICS 321114 - Wood preservation
Companies mentioned:
- Osmose Holdings
- Robbins Manufacturing Company
- Texas Electric Cooperatives
- Madison Wood Preservers
- Hoover Treated Wood Products
- Biewer Lumber, Bestway Enterprises
- C. M. Tucker Lumber Companies
- Koppers Performance Chemicals
- Stella-Jones U.S. Holding Corporation
- Great Southern Wood Preserving
- Stella-Jones Corporation
- Jefferson Homebuilders
- Atlantic Wood Industries
- Conrad Wood Preserving Co.
- Savannah Wood Preserving Company
- C.M. Tucker Lumber Companies
- Kronospan LLC
- Cahaba Pressure Treated Forest Products
- Boatright Railroad Products
- John A. Biewer Lumber Company
- Cox Wood Preserving Company
- Hoover Wood Products Holdings
- McFarland Cascade Holdings, Inc.
- Stella-Jones Corporation
- Kenlin
- North American Technologies Group
Country coverage:
- United States
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
