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Egypt: Oriented Strandboard (Osb) Market 2025

Oriented Strandboard (Osb) Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian oriented strandboard (OSB) market soared to $X in 2021, rising by 143% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw buoyant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Oriented Strandboard (Osb) Production in Egypt

In value terms, oriented strandboard (OSB) production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -1.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Oriented Strandboard (Osb) Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of oriented strandboard (OSB), when their volume decreased by 0% to X cubic meters. Overall, exports showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 167%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, oriented strandboard (OSB) exports plummeted to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 108%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sudan (X cubic meters) was the main destination for oriented strandboard (OSB) exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sudan stood at -11.5%.

In value terms, Sudan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for oriented strandboard (OSB) exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Sudan amounted to -11.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average oriented strandboard (OSB) export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, reducing by -18.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 79%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Sudan.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sudan amounted to +0.9% per year.

Oriented Strandboard (Osb) Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, purchases abroad of oriented strandboard (OSB) increased by 633% to X cubic meters, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports showed significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, oriented strandboard (OSB) imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 391%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Austria (X cubic meters) constituted the largest supplier of oriented strandboard (OSB) to Egypt, accounting for a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, oriented strandboard (OSB) imports from Austria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Romania (X cubic meters), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Canada (X cubic meters), with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Austria was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Romania (+51.1% per year) and Canada (+32.8% per year).

In value terms, Austria ($X), Romania ($X) and Canada ($X) were the largest oriented strandboard (OSB) suppliers to Egypt, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Romania, with a CAGR of +42.8%, saw 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 oriented strandboard (OSB) import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, declining by -41.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 65%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter, and then declined notably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Poland ($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 Poland (+11.2%), 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 oriented strandboard (osb) in the world?

The United States remains the largest oriented strandboard osb) consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 64% of total volume. Moreover, oriented strandboard osb) consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 3.9% share.

What are the largest producers of oriented strandboard (osb) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of oriented strandboard osb) production in 2021 were the United States, Canada and China, together comprising 71% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Romania, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Latvia and the UK, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading suppliers of oriented strandboard (osb) to Egypt?

In value terms, the largest oriented strandboard osb) suppliers to Egypt were Canada, Italy and Romania, together accounting for 89% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of oriented strandboard (osb) from Egypt?

In value terms, Sudan remains the key foreign market for oriented strandboard osb) exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for oriented strandboard (osb) in Egypt?

In 2021, the average oriented strandboard osb) export price amounted to $222 per cubic meter, which is down by -7.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oriented strandboard (osb) in Egypt?

In 2021, the average oriented strandboard osb) import price amounted to $233 per cubic meter, which is down by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the oriented strandboard (osb) market in Egypt. 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 1606 - OSB

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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