Plywood (non-coniferous, other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $40.2 million of plywood (non-coniferous, other) in 2024 (46.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $72.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.2M | 46.6K t |
| 2023 | $48.9M | 52.6K t |
| 2022 | $72.3M | 67.9K t |
| 2021 | $28.6M | 23.3K t |
| 2020 | $27.2M | 28.9K t |
| 2019 | $36.3M | 35.0K t |
| 2018 | $46.4M | 47.4K t |
| 2017 | $51.1M | 58.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plywood (non-coniferous, other) from
China alone supplied 67% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.0M | 67% |
| Malaysia | $8.0M | 20% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 3.7% |
| Romania | $512K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $424K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $391K | 1% |
| France | $200K | 0.5% |
| Latvia | $120K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $111K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 28% below the world average of $1.20, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plywood (non-coniferous, other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $848 thousand of plywood (non-coniferous, other) in 2024 (357 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (35%), Netherlands (19%), Malaysia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plywood (non-coniferous, other) imports (HS 4412.34): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 4412.34: Plywood: consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood not listed in subheading 4412.33.
Common questions
What is the value of plywood (non-coniferous, other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plywood (non-coniferous, other) worth $40.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 187 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply plywood (non-coniferous, other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($27.0 million), followed by Malaysia (20%) and Indonesia (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Latvia grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of plywood (non-coniferous, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $1.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plywood (non-coniferous, other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.1 million in 2017 to $40.2 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $72.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plywood (non-coniferous, other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $848 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Malaysia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $39.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plywood (non-coniferous, other)?
The HS code for plywood (non-coniferous, other) is subheading 4412.34. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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