Global production of wood chips and wood particles is dominated by China and the United States, each surpassing 45 million cubic meters in 2023. Russia, Vietnam, and Australia follow as significant producers. China, the U.S., and Russia showed stable growth, whereas Vietnam and Australia indicated a decline for the same period. Eastern European countries like Belarus and Slovenia revealed notable year-on-year increases, reflecting regional growth trends. Brazil, Canada, and Sweden displayed moderate fluctuations, adhering closely to the global average production growth. Smaller producers like Honduras and Madagascar saw substantial declines, while Kazakhstan displayed a noteworthy increase in output.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in production processes, increased demand from bioenergy sectors, and the impact of regulatory policies on sustainable forestry practices. The resurgence of regional markets and shifts in global trade dynamics will also play critical roles in shaping the wood chips and wood particles industry.
Top countries in Wood Chips and Wood Particles Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 45,309,000 | 2023 | +2.09% | +0.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 45,049,000 | 2023 | -0.77% | +0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 14,842,000 | 2023 | +3.95% | +8.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Vietnam | 13,820,000 | 2023 | +1.62% | -4.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 12,877,000 | 2023 | +1.1% | -6.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 12,253,000 | 2023 | +3.95% | +0.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 11,971,000 | 2023 | -12.55% | -6.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 11,958,000 | 2023 | +2% | +1.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 11,590,000 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chile | 10,461,000 | 2023 | +2.45% | -3.82% | View data |
