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Germany: Wooden Particle Board Market 2025

Wooden Particle Board Market Size in Germany

In 2021, after eight years of decline, there was growth in the German wooden particle board market, when its value increased by 4.2% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, showed a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Wooden Particle Board Production in Germany

In value terms, wooden particle board production expanded to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a deep contraction. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Wooden Particle Board Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2021, overseas shipments of wooden particle board increased by 12% to X cubic meters, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +17.8% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X cubic meters in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wooden particle board exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Wooden Particle Board Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2021, purchases abroad of wooden particle board decreased by -25.1% to X cubic meters, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 6.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, wooden particle board imports reduced modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 7.3%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Czech Republic (X cubic meters), Austria (X cubic meters) and Belgium (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of wooden particle board imports to Germany, together accounting for 81% of total imports. Italy, Romania, Poland, France and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Romania (with a CAGR of +12.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest wooden particle board suppliers to Germany were the Czech Republic ($X), Austria ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined 83% share of total imports.

The Czech Republic, with a CAGR of +0.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average wooden particle board import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, with an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 Austria ($X per cubic meter), while the price for France ($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 the Czech Republic (+6.1%), 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 wooden particle board in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wooden particle board consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 50% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Nigeria, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, France, the UK, Spain and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of wooden particle board in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wooden particle board production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 50% of global production. These countries were followed by Germany, Nigeria, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, France, Spain, Mexico and the UK, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of wooden particle board to Germany?

In value terms, the largest wooden particle board suppliers to Germany were the Czech Republic, Austria and France, together comprising 81% of total imports. Belgium, Italy, Switzerland and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

What are the leading importers of wooden particle board from Germany?

In value terms, Switzerland remains the key foreign market for wooden particle board exports from Germany, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 3.4% share.

What is the average export price for wooden particle board in Germany?

In 2021, the average wooden particle board export price amounted to $1,124 per cubic meter, with an increase of 26% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wooden particle board in Germany?

The average wooden particle board import price stood at $543 per cubic meter in 2021, increasing by 31% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wooden particle board market in Germany. 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 16211319 - Waferboard and similar board, of wood (excluding particle board and oriented strand board [OSB])

Country coverage:

Germany

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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