Sawn tropical wood (other species) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $110.0 million (83.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 173 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $173.1 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 | $110.0M | 83.0K t |
| 2023 | $113.1M | 45.2K t |
| 2022 | $173.1M | 134.0K t |
| 2021 | $124.8M | 100.3K t |
| 2020 | $93.1M | 83.2K t |
| 2019 | $133.3M | 108.7K t |
| 2018 | $101.1M | 79.3K t |
| 2017 | $100.8M | 81.4K t |
Where the United States imports sawn tropical wood (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (18%), Malaysia (17%), Cameroon (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+516% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $20.0M | 18% |
| Malaysia | $18.3M | 17% |
| Cameroon | $11.2M | 10% |
| Indonesia | $10.5M | 9.6% |
| Ghana | $9.3M | 8.5% |
| Republic of the Congo | $7.2M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $6.7M | 6.1% |
| Suriname | $2.7M | 2.5% |
| Gabon | $2.5M | 2.3% |
| India | $2.5M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, 154% above the world average of $0.52. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $11.4 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Mexico (29%), Pakistan (13%), Bahamas (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.3M | 29% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 13% |
| Bahamas | $1.4M | 12% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 10% |
| Mauritius | $715K | 6.3% |
| India | $710K | 6.2% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $369K | 3.3% |
| Norway | $215K | 1.9% |
| China | $194K | 1.7% |
| Iceland | $180K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sawn tropical wood (other species) imports (HS 4407.29): 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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) imported by the United States?
The United States imported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $110.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 83.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 173 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn tropical wood (other species) to the United States?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by Malaysia (17%) and Cameroon (10%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 516% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 154% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn tropical wood (other species) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $100.8 million in 2017 to $110.0 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $173.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export sawn tropical wood (other species)?
Yes. The United States exported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Pakistan and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $98.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 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 States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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