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Canada - Fiber Board Of Wood Or Other Ligneous Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Fiberboard Price in Canada - 2023

Fiberboard Price in Canada (CIF) - 2023

The average fiberboard import price stood at $201 per cubic meter in September 2023, remaining stable against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in January 2023 an increase of 9.6% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $225 per cubic meter in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to September 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Chile ($297 per cubic meter), while the price for Belgium ($164 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+2.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fiberboard Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023

The average fiberboard export price stood at $144 per cubic meter in September 2023, shrinking by -2.7% against the previous month. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a mild decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in July 2023 an increase of 4.7% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $173 per cubic meter in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to September 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United States ($146 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Mexico totaled $55.4 per cubic meter.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+0.2%).

Fiberboard Imports in Canada

In 2022, fiberboard imports into Canada dropped rapidly to 2.1M cubic meters, with a decrease of -24.5% compared with the previous year. In general, imports saw a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 15% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 2.8M cubic meters, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

In value terms, fiberboard imports declined slightly to $435M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $442M, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Import of Fiberboard in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	133	125	134	142	2.2%
China	66.9	58.5	73.6	60.3	-3.4%
Germany	57.8	56.4	74.7	54.5	-1.9%
Turkey	14.7	27.3	53.8	52.1	52.5%
Chile	21.7	20.5	20.8	27.7	8.5%
Austria	23.3	22.1	20.7	27.2	5.3%
Belgium	6.4	5.3	11.6	18.2	41.7%
Switzerland	7.0	7.3	10.4	8.4	6.3%
Others	27.0	24.7	42.4	44.3	17.9%
Total	357	347	442	435	6.8%

Top Suppliers of Fiberboard to Canada in 2022:

United States (690.9K cubic meters)
China (322.5K cubic meters)
Turkey (274.7K cubic meters)
Germany (267.7K cubic meters)
Austria (123.1K cubic meters)
Chile (109.1K cubic meters)
Belgium (91.4K cubic meters)
Switzerland (42.8K cubic meters)

Fiberboard Exports in Canada

Fiberboard exports from Canada stood at 3.4M cubic meters in 2022, standing approx. at 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 4.5%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 3.4M cubic meters in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

In value terms, fiberboard exports surged to $575M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +18.7% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +70.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 31%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Fiberboard in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	331	328	426	558	19.0%
Others	12.7	8.4	14.4	16.6	9.3%
Total	344	337	440	575	18.7%

Top Export Markets for Fiberboard from Canada in 2022:

United States (3.3M cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fiberboard market in Canada. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 16211423 - Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm
Prodcom 16211426 - Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a thickness exceeding 5 mm but not exceeding 9 mm
Prodcom 16211429 - Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
Prodcom 16211443 - Fibreboard (excluding medium density fibreboard [MDF]), of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a density exceeding 0,8 g/cm.
Prodcom 16211446 - Fibreboard (excluding medium density fibreboard [MDF]), of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a density exceeding 0,5 g/cm. but not exceeding 0,8 g/cm.
Prodcom 16211449 - Fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials (excluding medium density fibreboard [MDF]), whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, of a density not exceeding 0,5 g/cm.

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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3. TRADE BALANCE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023