Particle board and OSB trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in particle board and osb was worth $10.79 billion in 2024, about 23.29 million tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017, and up 1% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.79B | 23.29M t |
| 2023 | $10.63B | 20.81M t |
| 2022 | $13.05B | 21.85M t |
| 2021 | $14.14B | 24.77M t |
| 2020 | $8.79B | 21.26M t |
| 2019 | $8.35B | 23.51M t |
| 2018 | $9.62B | 22.21M t |
| 2017 | $8.64B | 21.64M t |
Top particle board and osb exporting countries
Canada is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by Germany and Austria. The top three supply 36% between them, out of 138 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.32B | 22% |
| Germany | $775.9M | 7.2% |
| Austria | $762.7M | 7.1% |
| Romania | $495.7M | 4.6% |
| France | $469.1M | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $466.9M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $423.8M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $411.8M | 3.8% |
| Russia | $352.9M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $304.0M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $303.8M | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $298.8M | 2.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 23% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 35% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.52B | 23% |
| Germany | $781.4M | 7.2% |
| France | $471.2M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $410.4M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $363.2M | 3.4% |
| China | $353.5M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $349.9M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $327.1M | 3% |
| Spain | $258.0M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $195.8M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $178.1M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $177.3M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $0.65 per kg and Thailand $0.22 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4410: Particle board, oriented strand board (OSB) and similar board (e.g. waferboard) of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances. HS 4410 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most particle board and osb?
Canada exported $2.32 billion in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by Germany (7%) and Austria (7%). In all, 138 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most particle board and osb?
The United States imported $2.52 billion in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and France (4%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in particle board and osb?
It was worth $10.79 billion in 2024, about 23.29 million tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $14.14 billion. 138 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of particle board and osb per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $0.65 per kg and Thailand $0.22 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for particle board and osb?
The HS code for particle board and osb is heading 4410, in chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 4410 page.
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