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U.S.: Fibreboard Market 2024

Fibreboard Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. fibreboard market contracted to $X in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Fibreboard Production in the U.S.

In value terms, fibreboard production shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, production saw a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fibreboard Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2022, shipments abroad of fibreboard increased by X% to X cubic meters, rising for the fourth consecutive year after six years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, fibreboard exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X cubic meters) was the main destination for fibreboard exports from the United States, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, fibreboard exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Mexico (X cubic meters), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada stood at X%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) and Mexico ($X) were the largest markets for fibreboard exported from the United States worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Mexico, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fibreboard export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Canada amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (X%).

Fibreboard Imports

Imports into the U.S.

For the third consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in purchases abroad of fibreboard, which increased by X% to X cubic meters in 2022. Overall, imports saw strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, fibreboard imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, total imports indicated resilient growth 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. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Canada (X cubic meters), Chile (X cubic meters) and Brazil (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of fibreboard imports to the United States, together comprising X% of total imports. Germany, China, Mexico, New Zealand and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

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

In value terms, Canada ($X), Chile ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest fibreboard suppliers to the United States, together accounting for X% of total imports. Brazil, China, Austria, Mexico and New Zealand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Among the main suppliers, Mexico, with a CAGR of X%, 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 fibreboard import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight shrinkage. The import price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per cubic meter), while the price for New Zealand ($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 Austria (X%), 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 fibreboard in the world?

China remains the largest fibreboard consuming country worldwide, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, fibreboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, eightfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4% share.

What are the largest producers of fibreboard in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of fibreboard production, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, fibreboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fibreboard to the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest fibreboard suppliers to the United States were Canada, Chile and Germany, with a combined 62% share of total imports. These countries were followed by China, Brazil, Austria and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of fibreboard from the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest markets for fibreboard exported from the United States were Canada and Mexico.

What is the average export price for fibreboard in the U.S.?

The average fibreboard export price stood at $800 per cubic meter in 2021, jumping by 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fibreboard in the U.S.?

The average fibreboard import price stood at $682 per cubic meter in 2021, surging by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fibreboard market in the U.S.. 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

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023