The non-coniferous roundwood imports to the US are projected to decline steadily from 317.39 thousand cubic meters in 2024 to 171.53 thousand cubic meters by 2028. In 2023, imports stood at 354.58 thousand cubic meters, marking a significant drop. Year-on-year, the imports decrease by 11.68% from 2024 to 2025, 13.06% from 2025 to 2026, 14.87% from 2026 to 2027, and 17.32% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately -15%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in international trade policies, changes in domestic production capacities, and ongoing environmental considerations which might affect the supply and demand dynamics of non-coniferous roundwood. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for an accurate assessment of import trajectories beyond 2028.
