Softwood logs (large, other species) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in softwood logs (large, other species) was worth $1.19 billion in 2024, about 7.68 million tonnes. That is a fall of 33% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $1.19B | 7.68M t |
| 2023 | $1.24B | 7.63M t |
| 2022 | $1.56B | 9.93M t |
| 2021 | $1.66B | 12.65M t |
| 2020 | $1.29B | 9.72M t |
| 2019 | $1.58B | 11.31M t |
| 2018 | $1.66B | 6.84M t |
| 2017 | $1.78B | 11.70M t |
Top softwood logs (large, other species) exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (40%), Canada (24%) and Japan (14%). 56 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 78%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $478.8M | 40% |
| Canada | $285.5M | 24% |
| Japan | $162.5M | 14% |
| New Zealand | $51.3M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $38.5M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $36.2M | 3.1% |
| Estonia | $20.1M | 1.7% |
| France | $13.3M | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $12.7M | 1.1% |
| Poland | $10.9M | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | $9.9M | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $9.8M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 42% of world imports, ahead of Japan and South Korea. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 76% across 75 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $497.9M | 42% |
| Japan | $356.9M | 30% |
| South Korea | $50.4M | 4.3% |
| Austria | $46.6M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $46.6M | 3.9% |
| United States | $40.3M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $28.4M | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $27.1M | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $16.2M | 1.4% |
| Poland | $13.0M | 1.1% |
| Latvia | $7.9M | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $7.0M | 0.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.15 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $0.18 per kg and New Zealand $0.10 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 4403.25: Wood: coniferous species n.e.c in headings 4403.21 or 4403.23, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which any cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more. HS 4403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most softwood logs (large, other species)?
The United States exported $478.8 million in 2024, 40% of the world total, followed by Canada (24%) and Japan (14%). In all, 56 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most softwood logs (large, other species)?
China imported $497.9 million in 2024, 42% of world imports, ahead of Japan (30%) and South Korea (4%). The top three importers together take 76%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in softwood logs (large, other species)?
It was worth $1.19 billion in 2024, about 7.68 million tonnes. That is a fall of 33% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $1.78 billion. 56 countries reported exports and 75 reported imports.
What is the average price of softwood logs (large, other species) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.15 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $0.18 per kg and New Zealand $0.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for softwood logs (large, other species)?
The HS code for softwood logs (large, other species) is subheading 4403.25, 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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