The sawnwood import into China demonstrated significant variation over the past decade. After a peak in 2019 with a value of 39.418 million cubic meters, the volume steadily declined, reaching 25.289 million cubic meters in 2023. The year-on-year decline has been notable, with a -9.6% contraction in 2023. More critically, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years stood at -7.85%, signaling a downturn. The forecast for the next five years suggests an average decline of -11.51% per year, potentially culminating in a 45.75% reduction by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in domestic timber policies and sustainability initiatives, which could impact import levels.
The influence of trade relations and tariffs affecting global sawnwood markets.
Developments in construction and manufacturing sectors that alter demand for sawnwood.
Advancements in alternative materials which might substitute the traditional use of sawnwood.