Poplar and aspen logs trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in poplar and aspen logs was worth $123.4 million in 2024, about 1.10 million tonnes. That is a fall of 14% since 2017, and down 9% 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 | $123.4M | 1.10M t |
| 2023 | $135.2M | 1.19M t |
| 2022 | $155.0M | 1.56M t |
| 2021 | $177.0M | 1.93M t |
| 2020 | $141.9M | 1.75M t |
| 2019 | $154.2M | 1.90M t |
| 2018 | $158.1M | 1.91M t |
| 2017 | $143.3M | 2.08M t |
Top poplar and aspen logs exporting countries
France is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by Russia and Hungary. The top three supply 61% between them, out of 39 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $31.2M | 25% |
| Russia | $29.4M | 24% |
| Hungary | $15.1M | 12% |
| United States | $12.1M | 9.8% |
| Belgium | $9.3M | 7.5% |
| Estonia | $6.3M | 5.1% |
| Latvia | $6.2M | 5% |
| Austria | $2.3M | 1.9% |
| Serbia | $1.7M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| New Zealand | $1.5M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Italy (31%), China (27%) and Finland (8%). 73 countries imported it, and the top three take 65% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $37.7M | 31% |
| China | $33.2M | 27% |
| Finland | $9.7M | 7.9% |
| Vietnam | $7.0M | 5.7% |
| Belgium | $6.0M | 4.9% |
| India | $4.9M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $3.4M | 2.7% |
| Slovakia | $3.2M | 2.6% |
| Serbia | $1.8M | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 1% |
| France | $1.0M | 0.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $0.14 per kg and Estonia $0.08 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 4403.97: Wood: of poplar and aspen (Populus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. HS 4403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most poplar and aspen logs?
France exported $31.2 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by Russia (24%) and Hungary (12%). In all, 39 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most poplar and aspen logs?
Italy imported $37.7 million in 2024, 31% of world imports, ahead of China (27%) and Finland (8%). The top three importers together take 65%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in poplar and aspen logs?
It was worth $123.4 million in 2024, about 1.10 million tonnes. That is a fall of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $177.0 million. 39 countries reported exports and 73 reported imports.
What is the average price of poplar and aspen logs per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $0.14 per kg and Estonia $0.08 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 poplar and aspen logs?
The HS code for poplar and aspen logs is subheading 4403.97, in chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4403 page.
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