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Canada: Wood Pellets Market 2025

Wood Pellets Market Size in Canada

In 2022, the Canadian wood pellets market decreased by -46.9% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, saw strong growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Wood Pellets Production in Canada

In value terms, wood pellets production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Wood Pellets Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, wood pellets exports from Canada rose rapidly to X tons, surging by 11% against 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 46%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, wood pellets exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons), the UK (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of wood pellets exports from Canada, with a combined 84% share of total exports. The United States, Denmark, France, the Netherlands and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +174.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for wood pellets exported from Canada were Japan ($X), the UK ($X) and South Korea ($X), with a combined 79% share of total exports. The United States, Denmark, France, Italy and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

Among the main countries of destination, France, with a CAGR of +142.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wood pellets export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 12% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Wood Pellets Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2022, supplies from abroad of wood pellets increased by 4.5% to X tons, rising for the fifth year in a row after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 33% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wood pellets imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 62%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main wood pellets supplier to Canada, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with a 2.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to -4.0%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wood pellets to Canada, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 5.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled +4.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wood pellets import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -11.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the United States amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+9.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wood pellets in the world?

The country with the largest volume of wood pellets consumption was the UK, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, wood pellets consumption in the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, threefold. The Netherlands ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of wood pellets in the world?

United States constituted the country with the largest volume of wood pellets production, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, wood pellets production in United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Viet Nam, with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of wood pellets to Canada?

In value terms, United States constituted the largest supplier of wood pellets to Canada.

What are the leading importers of wood pellets from Canada?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for wood pellets exports from Canada, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for wood pellets in Canada?

The average wood pellets export price stood at $140 per ton in 2020, waning by -2.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood pellets in Canada?

In 2020, the average wood pellets import price amounted to $393 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood pellets market in Canada. 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:

FCL 1693 - Wood pellets

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024