Republic of Korea - Fiber Board Of Wood Or Other Ligneous Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Fiberboard Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. Fiberboard Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  2. Fiberboard Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  3. Fiberboard Imports in South Korea
  4. Fiberboard Exports in South Korea

Fiberboard Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

The average fiberboard import price stood at $76.7 per cubic meter in December 2022, shrinking by -10.4% against the previous month. Overall, the import price recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 when the average import price increased by 22% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $103 per cubic meter in December 2021; however, from January 2022 to December 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2022, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($158 per cubic meter), while the price for Thailand ($56.1 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2021 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Fiberboard Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

The average fiberboard export price stood at $122 per cubic meter in 2022, which is down by -3.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 34%. The export price peaked at $133 per cubic meter in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($835 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($72 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+20.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fiberboard Imports in South Korea

In 2022, approx. 1.3M cubic meters of fiber board of wood or other ligneous materials were imported into South Korea; reducing by -25.5% on 2021. In general, total imports indicated a modest increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +48.1% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 99% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 1.7M cubic meters, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, fiberboard imports shrank dramatically to $90M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 125% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $124M, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Import of Fiberboard in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Thailand38.727.357.939.70.9%
Vietnam4.66.224.716.954.3%
China16.211.223.115.8-0.8%
Germany3.90.92.52.4-14.9%
Malaysia1.41.13.42.318.0%
New Zealand1.73.40.62.17.3%
India2.2N/A1.61.2-18.3%
Indonesia1.60.31.11.0-14.5%
Others5.84.89.68.513.6%
Total76.255.312489.95.7%

Top Suppliers of Fiberboard to South Korea in 2022:

  1. Thailand (784.9K cubic meters)
  2. China (133.1K cubic meters)
  3. Vietnam (126.0K cubic meters)
  4. New Zealand (45.8K cubic meters)
  5. India (29.0K cubic meters)
  6. Germany (22.8K cubic meters)
  7. Malaysia (22.5K cubic meters)
  8. Indonesia (20.9K cubic meters)

Fiberboard Exports in South Korea

In 2022, shipments abroad of fiber board of wood or other ligneous materials increased by 3.5% to 98K cubic meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a deep setback. The exports peaked at 119K cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fiberboard exports fell modestly to $12M in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 0.9%. The exports peaked at $16M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Fiberboard in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan6.55.14.54.5-11.5%
Vietnam1.91.41.21.3-11.9%
Germany0.20.31.00.965.1%
China0.60.61.00.810.1%
Mongolia0.20.20.80.751.8%
India0.30.30.50.518.6%
United States0.60.70.60.5-5.9%
Uzbekistan0.60.50.50.4-12.6%
Taiwan (Chinese)0.40.30.20.3-9.1%
Others4.62.51.72.2-21.8%
Total15.811.912.011.9-9.0%

Top Export Markets for Fiberboard from South Korea in 2022:

  1. Japan (53.5K cubic meters)
  2. China (7.7K cubic meters)
  3. Germany (5.7K cubic meters)
  4. Vietnam (5.3K cubic meters)
  5. Mongolia (4.3K cubic meters)
  6. Taiwan (Chinese) (3.8K cubic meters)
  7. Uzbekistan (2.7K cubic meters)
  8. United States (2.2K cubic meters)
  9. India (1.5K cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fiberboard market in Republic of Korea. 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:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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