Based on recent data, China leads the global import of roundwood with a significant margin, sitting at 45.742 million cubic meters. Austria, Sweden, Belgium, and Germany follow, albeit with substantially lower import volumes. Year-on-year import variations highlight notable increases in countries such as Slovakia (18.16%), Poland (22.91%), and Estonia (25.01%), while significant decreases were observed in the United States (-12.84%), Hungary (-11.35%), and Finland (-11.64%). Emerging importers like the Bahamas showed a dramatic rise (57.16%), while others like Indonesia experienced a steep decline (-40.48%).
The last five years have seen significant shifts with some countries showing consistent growth and others marked by volatility. Key growth drivers include economic expansion, increased demand for wood products, and evolving trade policies. Looking ahead, factors such as global economic recovery, sustainable forest management policies, and trade relations, particularly regarding major importers like China and India, will shape future trends in global roundwood import. Additionally, technological advancements and environmental regulations will likely influence global market dynamics.
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 45,742,000 | 2022 | 0% | +159.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 9,541,100 | 2023 | +9.66% | -2.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 6,591,800 | 2023 | -0.98% | -7.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6,230,700 | 2023 | -0.39% | +7.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5,879,000 | 2023 | +0.32% | -8.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 India | 4,962,700 | 2023 | +0.79% | +4.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3,775,300 | 2023 | +4.58% | -4.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 3,744,000 | 2023 | +23.49% | -11.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 3,343,100 | 2023 | +5.46% | -8.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 3,212,600 | 2023 | +13.09% | +18.16% | View data |
