ECOWAS - Veneer Sheets and Sheets for Plywood and Other Wood Sawn Lengthwise - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Veneer Sheet Market Size in ECOWAS
In 2022, the ECOWAS veneer sheet market decreased by -0.6% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed resilient growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Veneer Sheet Production in ECOWAS
In value terms, veneer sheet production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Veneer Sheet Exports
Exports in ECOWAS
In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of veneer sheets and sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise, when their volume decreased by -11.2% to X square meters. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 68%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X square meters. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, veneer sheet exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 120% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.
Exports by Country
Cote d'Ivoire was the main exporting country with an export of around X square meters, which reached 64% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Ghana (X square meters), creating a 34% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of +3.2%).
In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire ($X) and Ghana ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.
Cote d'Ivoire, with a CAGR of -2.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in ECOWAS stood at $X per square meter in 2022, with a decrease of -18.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 70% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per square meter), while Ghana totaled $X per square meter.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (-1.9%).
Veneer Sheet Imports
Imports in ECOWAS
In 2022, supplies from abroad of veneer sheets and sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise decreased by -9.9% to X square meters, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. In general, imports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 576% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, veneer sheet imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 453%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Nigeria (X square meters) was the major importer of veneer sheets and sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise in ECOWAS, committing 100% of total import.
Nigeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the veneer sheets and sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise imports, with a CAGR of +101.8% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of Nigeria (+87 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported veneer sheets and sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise in ECOWAS.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Nigeria totaled +78.5%.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in ECOWAS stood at $X per square meter in 2022, jumping by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per square meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Nigeria amounted to -11.5% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the veneer sheet market in ECOWAS. 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:
- Prodcom 16212113 - Veneer sheets, sheets for plywood and other wood sawn lengthwise, sliced/peeled, thickness . 6 mm and end-jointed, p laned/sanded/small boards for the manufacture of pencils
- Prodcom 16212118 - Coniferous and tropical wood veneer sheets and sheets for plywood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness . 6 mm excluding end-jointed, planed or sanded
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in ECOWAS, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in ECOWAS
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- 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
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- 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, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- 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, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- 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, 2012–2024
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