Wooden articles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in wooden articles was worth $7.63 billion in 2024, about 3.65 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $7.63B | 3.65M t |
| 2023 | $7.44B | 3.55M t |
| 2022 | $8.78B | 3.89M t |
| 2021 | $8.65B | 4.46M t |
| 2020 | $6.89B | 3.85M t |
| 2019 | $6.81B | 3.89M t |
| 2018 | $6.81B | 3.80M t |
| 2017 | $6.22B | 3.82M t |
Top wooden articles exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 41% of world exports, followed by Poland and Germany. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 196 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.12B | 41% |
| Poland | $555.1M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $449.3M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $327.2M | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $302.2M | 4% |
| Vietnam | $287.9M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $207.6M | 2.7% |
| United States | $141.3M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $139.7M | 1.8% |
| Romania | $134.2M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $131.4M | 1.7% |
| Czech Republic | $121.8M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (23%), Germany (11%) and Japan (7%). 222 countries imported it, and the top three take 41% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.79B | 23% |
| Germany | $818.6M | 11% |
| Japan | $502.1M | 6.6% |
| France | $485.9M | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $303.0M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $289.7M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $245.5M | 3.2% |
| China | $216.7M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $210.7M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $151.0M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $142.1M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $138.6M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $3.94 per kg and Indonesia $0.97 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 4421: Wooden articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420. HS 4421 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most wooden articles?
China exported $3.12 billion in 2024, 41% of the world total, followed by Poland (7%) and Germany (6%). In all, 196 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most wooden articles?
The United States imported $1.79 billion in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Germany (11%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in wooden articles?
It was worth $7.63 billion in 2024, about 3.65 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $8.78 billion. 196 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of wooden articles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $3.94 per kg and Indonesia $0.97 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 wooden articles?
The HS code for wooden articles is heading 4421, 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 4421 page.
How can I find wooden articles buyers and suppliers?
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