EU - Wood-Based Panels - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Wood-Based Panels Market Size in the EU
In 2022, the EU wood-based panels market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Wood-Based Panels Production in the EU
In value terms, wood-based panels production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Wood-Based Panels Exports
Exports in the EU
In 2022, overseas shipments of wood-based panels decreased by X% to X cubic meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Total exports indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume 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 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters, and then reduced in the following year.
In value terms, wood-based panels exports dropped to $X in 2022. The total export value 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 throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell modestly in the following year.
Exports by Country
In 2022, France (X cubic meters), Germany (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters), Spain (X cubic meters), Poland (X cubic meters), the Netherlands (X cubic meters), Austria (X cubic meters), Romania (X cubic meters), Latvia (X cubic meters), the Czech Republic (X cubic meters), Ireland (X cubic meters) and Luxembourg (X cubic meters) represented the key exporter of wood-based panels in the European Union, constituting X% of total export.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), Poland ($X) and Belgium ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for X% of total exports. Austria, Spain, France, Romania, Latvia, the Czech Republic, Ireland, the Netherlands and Luxembourg lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 export price in the European Union amounted to $X per cubic meter, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per cubic meter), while the Netherlands ($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 other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Wood-Based Panels Imports
Imports in the EU
After two years of growth, purchases abroad of wood-based panels decreased by X% to X cubic meters in 2022. Total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume 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 2012 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X cubic meters, leveling off in the following year.
In value terms, wood-based panels imports reduced slightly to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated measured 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 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, leveling off in the following year.
Imports by Country
The purchases of the eight major importers of wood-based panels, namely Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Spain, Italy and Denmark, represented more than two-thirds of total import. The Czech Republic (X cubic meters), Sweden (X cubic meters), Ireland (X cubic meters), Austria (X cubic meters) and Lithuania (X cubic meters) held a minor share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Ireland (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total imports. The Netherlands, Poland, Belgium, Spain, Austria, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Denmark and Ireland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main importing countries, Ireland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 import price in the European Union amounted to $X per cubic meter, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the import price showed a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per cubic meter), while Denmark ($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 Lithuania (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood-based panels market in the EU. 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:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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