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Global Roundwood Market 2025

Roundwood Market Size

After two years of growth, the global roundwood market decreased by X% to $X.4B in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate mild growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global market reached the maximum level at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Roundwood Production

In value terms, roundwood production contracted slightly to $X.9B in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X.1B. From 2020 to 2022, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Roundwood Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of roundwood decreased by X% to X cubic meters, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, roundwood exports reduced to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, New Zealand (X cubic meters), followed by the Czech Republic (X cubic meters), Germany (X cubic meters), Uruguay (X cubic meters) and Norway (X cubic meters) represented the largest exporters of roundwood, together mixing up X% of total exports. Russia (X cubic meters), the United States (X cubic meters), the Netherlands (X cubic meters), Latvia (X cubic meters), Poland (X cubic meters), France (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters) and Canada (X cubic meters) took a relatively small share of total exports.

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

In value terms, the largest roundwood supplying countries worldwide were New Zealand ($X), the United States ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined X% share of global exports. The Czech Republic, Uruguay, Belgium, Russia, Latvia, France, Canada, Poland, Norway and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average roundwood export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X%. The global export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per cubic meter), while Norway ($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 the United States (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Roundwood Imports

Imports

Global roundwood imports declined sharply to X cubic meters in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, roundwood imports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China represented the main importing country with an import of around X cubic meters, which reached X% of total imports. Austria (X cubic meters) held an X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Sweden (X%), Germany (X%) and Free Zones (X%). The following importers - Japan (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters), Finland (X cubic meters), India (X cubic meters), Poland (X cubic meters), South Korea (X cubic meters), Portugal (X cubic meters) and Italy (X cubic meters) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to roundwood imports into China stood at X%. At the same time, Belgium (X%), Free Zones (X%), Portugal (X%), Poland (X%), India (X%) and Austria (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Sweden and Germany experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, South Korea (X%), Italy (X%), Japan (X%) and Finland (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Belgium and Free Zones increased by X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported roundwood worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Austria ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a X% share.

In China, roundwood imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (X% per year) and Japan (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average roundwood import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. Global import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per cubic meter), while Sweden ($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 Poland (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 31% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, India and China, together comprising 29% of global production. Brazil, Russia, Canada, Indonesia, Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Germany, Nigeria, Sweden and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.
In value terms, the largest roundwood supplying countries worldwide were New Zealand, the United States and the Czech Republic, with a combined 35% share of global exports. Germany, Russia, Belgium, Uruguay, the Netherlands, Canada, France, Poland, Latvia and Norway lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
In value terms, China constitutes the largest market for imported roundwood worldwide, comprising 47% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 6.3% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 5.2% share.
The average roundwood export price stood at $83 per cubic meter in 2021, jumping by 27% against the previous year.
The average roundwood import price stood at $71 per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 2.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global roundwood market. 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 1627 - Wood fuel, coniferous (production)
  • FCL 1628 - Wood fuel, non-coniferous (production)
  • FCL 1866 -
  • FCL 1867 -

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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