Shaped softwood imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported shaped softwood worth $76.2 million (59.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 208 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $109.3 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 | $76.2M | 59.3K t |
| 2023 | $67.8M | 48.5K t |
| 2022 | $97.5M | 68.4K t |
| 2021 | $109.3M | 91.5K t |
| 2020 | $58.7M | 69.3K t |
| 2019 | $60.0M | 51.0K t |
| 2018 | $71.1M | 67.2K t |
| 2017 | $67.1M | 72.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports shaped softwood from
Most of the value came from Poland (47%), Finland (12%), Estonia (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $36.0M | 47% |
| Finland | $8.9M | 12% |
| Estonia | $4.7M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 4.8% |
| China | $3.6M | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $2.8M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $2.5M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 2% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.29 per kg, close to the world average of $1.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Shaped softwood exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of shaped softwood by the United Kingdom reached $11.6 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (42%), Netherlands (42%), Finland (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $4.9M | 42% |
| Netherlands | $4.8M | 42% |
| Finland | $1.1M | 9.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $161K | 1.4% |
| France | $108K | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $69K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $60K | 0.5% |
| United States | $57K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $50K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $36K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom shaped softwood imports (HS 4409.10): 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 4409.10: Wood: coniferous (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed.
Common questions
What is the value of shaped softwood imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported shaped softwood worth $76.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 208 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply shaped softwood to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($36.0 million), followed by Finland (12%) and Estonia (6%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of shaped softwood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.29 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of shaped softwood to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $67.1 million in 2017 to $76.2 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $109.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $76.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export shaped softwood?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Finland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $64.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for shaped softwood?
The HS code for shaped softwood is subheading 4409.10. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4409 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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