Northern America: Preservative-Treated Rough Wood Market 2024

Preservative-Treated Rough Wood Market Size in Northern America

In 2021, the North American preservative-treated rough wood market increased by 8.1% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Preservative-Treated Rough Wood Production in Northern America

In value terms, preservative-treated rough wood production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Preservative-Treated Rough Wood Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2021, the amount of preservative-treated rough wood exported in Northern America rose significantly to X cubic meters, growing by 6.6% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 89% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X cubic meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, preservative-treated rough wood exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 65% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Canada (X cubic meters), followed by the United States (X cubic meters) represented the largest exporters of preservative-treated rough wood, together constituting 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Canada (with a CAGR of -2.2%).

In value terms, the largest preservative-treated rough wood supplying countries in Northern America were the United States ($X) and Canada ($X).

The United States, with a CAGR of +1.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, growing by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a measured increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 36%. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per cubic meter), while Canada stood at $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+4.8%).

Preservative-Treated Rough Wood Imports

Imports in Northern America

For the fourth consecutive year, Northern America recorded growth in overseas purchases of preservative-treated rough wood, which increased by 23% to X cubic meters in 2021. In general, imports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 4,741%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, preservative-treated rough wood imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 4,116% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States was the largest importer of preservative-treated rough wood in Northern America, with the volume of imports amounting to X cubic meters, which was near 86% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Canada (X cubic meters), committing a 14% share of total imports.

Imports into the United States increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Canada (+33.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Canada emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Northern America, with a CAGR of +33.7% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Canada increased by +12 percentage points.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported preservative-treated rough wood in Northern America, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 16% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States amounted to -3.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per cubic meter, shrinking by -3.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 6.1% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2016 to 2021, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per cubic meter), while the United States amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (-4.1%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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