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Italy: Wood-Based Panels Market 2025

Wood-Based Panels Market Size in Italy

In 2022, the Italian wood-based panels market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Wood-based panels consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wood-Based Panels Production in Italy

In value terms, wood-based panels production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Wood-Based Panels Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2022, shipments abroad of wood-based panels decreased by X% to X cubic meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X cubic meters in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, wood-based panels exports expanded modestly to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X cubic meters), France (X cubic meters) and Slovenia (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of wood-based panels exports from Italy, with a combined X% share of total exports. The United States, Poland, China, the Netherlands, Taiwan (Chinese), Saudi Arabia, Spain, the UK, Tunisia and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

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

In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest markets for wood-based panels exported from Italy worldwide, together comprising X% of total exports. The Netherlands, Slovenia, China, the UK, Poland, Spain, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of X%, recorded 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-based panels export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

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

Wood-Based Panels Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2022, overseas purchases of wood-based panels increased by X% to X cubic meters, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, wood-based panels imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

France (X cubic meters), Germany (X cubic meters) and Hungary (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of wood-based panels imports to Italy, with a combined X% share of total imports. Romania, Austria, Poland, Slovenia, Brazil, Slovakia, Turkey, Spain, the Czech Republic and Croatia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and Romania ($X) constituted the largest wood-based panels suppliers to Italy, with a combined X% share of total imports. Hungary, Austria, Poland, Slovenia, Brazil, Spain, Croatia, Turkey, Slovakia and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Poland, with a CAGR of X%, 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

In 2022, the average wood-based panels import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of wood-based panels consumption was China, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, wood-based panels consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Saudi Arabia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.
China remains the largest wood-based panels producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, wood-based panels production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.6% share.
In value terms, Austria, Romania and Germany appeared to be the largest wood-based panels suppliers to Italy, together comprising 29% of total imports. These countries were followed by France, Hungary, Poland, Slovenia, Russia, Brazil, Spain, Slovakia, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 45%.
In value terms, the largest markets for wood-based panels exported from Italy were Germany, France and the United States, together comprising 46% of total exports. The Netherlands, Slovenia, China, the UK, Poland, Austria, Spain, Tunisia, Taiwan Chinese) and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.
In 2021, the average wood-based panels export price amounted to $616 per cubic meter, growing by 6.7% against the previous year.
The average wood-based panels import price stood at $373 per cubic meter in 2021, growing by 20% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood-based panels market in Italy. 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 1647 - Hardboard
  • FCL 1648 - MDF/HDF
  • FCL 1650 - Other fibreboard
  • FCL 1697 - Particle board
  • FCL 1606 - OSB
  • FCL 1640 - Plywood
  • FCL 1634 - Veneer sheets

Country coverage:

  • Italy

Data coverage:

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

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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