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Denmark: Mdf Market 2025

Mdf Market Size in Denmark

The Danish MDF market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, jumping by 41% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption showed a buoyant increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Mdf Exports

Exports from Denmark

MDF exports from Denmark reduced to X cubic meters in 2021, with a decrease of -7.4% against 2020 figures. In general, exports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 84%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, MDF exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 75% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters) and Faroe Islands (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of MDF exports from Denmark, together comprising 66% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +118.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), Sweden ($X) and Norway ($X) constituted the largest markets for MDF exported from Denmark worldwide, together accounting for 73% of total exports. These countries were followed by Faroe Islands, France, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Iceland, Germany and Greenland, which together accounted for a further 22%.

Among the main countries of destination, Romania, with a CAGR of +199.7%, 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 2021, the average MDF export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, increasing by 28% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, MDF export price increased by +29.9% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 44% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Faroe Islands (+5.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mdf Imports

Imports into Denmark

In 2021, mdf imports into Denmark soared to X cubic meters, rising by 37% against the year before. In general, imports showed a resilient increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, MDF imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted buoyant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Poland (X cubic meters), Germany (X cubic meters) and Norway (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of MDF imports to Denmark, together comprising 70% of total imports. The Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +60.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest MDF suppliers to Denmark were Norway ($X), Poland ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 74% of total imports. Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +52.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average MDF import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, dropping by -1.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 35%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Brazil ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+9.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mdf in the world?

China remains the largest mdf consuming country worldwide, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, mdf consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of mdf in the world?

China remains the largest mdf producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 52% of total volume. Moreover, mdf production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mdf to Denmark?

In value terms, Norway, Poland and Germany were the largest mdf suppliers to Denmark, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of mdf from Denmark?

In value terms, Belgium, Sweden and Norway constituted the largest markets for mdf exported from Denmark worldwide, with a combined 74% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Faroe Islands, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Romania, Poland and Iceland, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for mdf in Denmark?

In 2021, the average mdf export price amounted to $930 per cubic meter, growing by 7.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mdf in Denmark?

The average mdf import price stood at $362 per cubic meter in 2021, reducing by -36.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mdf market in Denmark. 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 1648 - MDF/HDF

Country coverage:

Denmark

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Denmark
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