Fir and spruce logs (large) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $140.0 million of fir and spruce logs (large) in 2024 (1.02 million tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 52 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $140.0M | 1.02M t |
| 2023 | $127.4M | 979.4K t |
| 2022 | $160.5M | 962.4K t |
| 2021 | $163.2M | 1.09M t |
| 2020 | $170.3M | 1.49M t |
| 2019 | $158.0M | 1.43M t |
| 2018 | $166.6M | 1.38M t |
| 2017 | $155.3M | 644.4K t |
Where the United States exports fir and spruce logs (large) to
Canada alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $86.8M | 62% |
| China | $46.9M | 34% |
| Japan | $4.7M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 0.9% |
| Bermuda | $157K | 0.1% |
| Libya | $97K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $18K | 0% |
| Mexico | $15K | 0% |
| Palau | $4K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.14 per kg, close to the world average of $0.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fir and spruce logs (large) imports to the United States
The United States imported $40.4 million of fir and spruce logs (large) in 2024 (326.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 72 countries. Canada alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $40.4M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fir and spruce logs (large) exports (HS 4403.23): 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 4403.23: Wood: coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), 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.
Common questions
What is the value of fir and spruce logs (large) exported by the United States?
The United States exported fir and spruce logs (large) worth $140.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.02 million tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 52 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy fir and spruce logs (large) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($86.8 million), followed by China (33%) and Japan (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. The Bahamas grew fastest among the top ten, up 863% on the year.
What is the average export price of fir and spruce logs (large) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.14 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $0.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of fir and spruce logs (large) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $155.3 million in 2017 to $140.0 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2020 at $170.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $155.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import fir and spruce logs (large)?
Yes. The United States imported $40.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $99.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fir and spruce logs (large)?
The HS code for fir and spruce logs (large) is subheading 4403.23. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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