Softwood plywood imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $139.4 million of softwood plywood in 2024 (190.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 213 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $215.8 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 | $139.4M | 190.0K t |
| 2023 | $126.0M | 174.2K t |
| 2022 | $154.7M | 176.1K t |
| 2021 | $206.6M | 234.2K t |
| 2020 | $147.3M | 244.0K t |
| 2019 | $157.2M | 236.8K t |
| 2018 | $215.8M | 270.5K t |
| 2017 | $171.2M | 261.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports softwood plywood from
One supplier dominates: Brazil accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $71.0M | 51% |
| Finland | $19.7M | 14% |
| China | $11.8M | 8.5% |
| Chile | $8.0M | 5.8% |
| Indonesia | $6.9M | 5% |
| Canada | $6.7M | 4.8% |
| Poland | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| Latvia | $3.4M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 2.1% |
| Uruguay | $1.9M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, close to the world average of $0.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Softwood plywood exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million of softwood plywood in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to China (25%), Brazil (23%), Norway (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 25% |
| Brazil | $944K | 23% |
| Norway | $577K | 14% |
| Ireland | $333K | 8% |
| South Africa | $284K | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $213K | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $141K | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $132K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $126K | 3% |
| France | $114K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom softwood plywood imports (HS 4412.39): 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 4412.39: Plywood: consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood.
Common questions
What is the value of softwood plywood imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported softwood plywood worth $139.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 190.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 213 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply softwood plywood to the United Kingdom?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($71.0 million), followed by Finland (14%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Uruguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of softwood plywood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $0.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of softwood plywood to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $171.2 million in 2017 to $139.4 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2018 at $215.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $164.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export softwood plywood?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Brazil and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $135.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for softwood plywood?
The HS code for softwood plywood is subheading 4412.39. 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?
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