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Norway: Wooden Particle Board Market 2025

Wooden Particle Board Market Size in Norway

In 2021, the Norwegian wooden particle board market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Wooden Particle Board Exports

Exports by Country

Denmark (X cubic meters) was the main destination for wooden particle board exports from Norway, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Denmark stood at -37.9%.

In value terms, the largest markets for wooden particle board exported from Norway were Sweden ($X) and Denmark ($X).

Among the main countries of destination, Sweden, with a CAGR of -34.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average wooden particle board export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, surging by 11% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 1,467%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per cubic meter in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Denmark amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iceland (+26.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Wooden Particle Board Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of wooden particle board, when their volume increased by 104% to X cubic meters. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 115% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wooden particle board imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 80%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Latvia (X cubic meters), Sweden (X cubic meters) and Estonia (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of wooden particle board imports to Norway, together comprising 93% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Latvia (with a CAGR of +57.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest wooden particle board suppliers to Norway were Latvia ($X), Sweden ($X) and Estonia ($X), together comprising 85% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Latvia, with a CAGR of +50.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, 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, declining by -11.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 87%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Estonia ($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 Belgium (+32.8%), 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 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, together accounting for 50% of global consumption. Germany, Nigeria, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, France, the UK, Spain and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising 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. Germany, Nigeria, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, France, Spain, Mexico and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

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

In value terms, China, Denmark and Sweden were the largest wooden particle board suppliers to Norway, together accounting for 82% of total imports. These countries were followed by Lithuania, Finland and Poland, which together accounted for a further 15%.

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

The average wooden particle board export price stood at $839 per cubic meter in 2021, picking up by 3.5% against the previous year.

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

The average wooden particle board import price stood at $669 per cubic meter in 2021, surging by 7.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wooden particle board market in Norway. 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:

Norway

Data coverage:

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