Sawn oak boards trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sawn oak boards was worth $2.09 billion in 2024, about 1.76 million tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017, and down 0% 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 | $2.09B | 1.76M t |
| 2023 | $2.09B | 1.64M t |
| 2022 | $2.71B | 2.40M t |
| 2021 | $2.49B | 2.35M t |
| 2020 | $1.95B | 2.09M t |
| 2019 | $2.17B | 2.71M t |
| 2018 | $2.63B | 2.96M t |
| 2017 | $2.68B | 3.34M t |
Top sawn oak boards exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (41%), Croatia (9%) and France (8%). 91 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $856.3M | 41% |
| Croatia | $189.5M | 9.1% |
| France | $164.0M | 7.9% |
| Germany | $91.7M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $91.2M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $80.9M | 3.9% |
| Ukraine | $79.6M | 3.8% |
| Russia | $70.9M | 3.4% |
| Austria | $51.1M | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $51.1M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $44.5M | 2.1% |
| Romania | $40.7M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and Vietnam. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 156 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $425.5M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $203.6M | 9.8% |
| Vietnam | $133.5M | 6.4% |
| Canada | $122.7M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $95.3M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $83.3M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $69.6M | 3.3% |
| France | $57.8M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $54.3M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $50.4M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $44.1M | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | $42.3M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $2.09 per kg and Russia $0.54 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 4407.91: Wood: oak (Quercus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm. HS 4407 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sawn oak boards?
The United States exported $856.3 million in 2024, 41% of the world total, followed by Croatia (9%) and France (8%). In all, 91 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sawn oak boards?
China imported $425.5 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (10%) and Vietnam (6%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sawn oak boards?
It was worth $2.09 billion in 2024, about 1.76 million tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.71 billion. 91 countries reported exports and 156 reported imports.
What is the average price of sawn oak boards per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $2.09 per kg and Russia $0.54 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 sawn oak boards?
The HS code for sawn oak boards is subheading 4407.91, 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 4407 page.
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