United Kingdom - Fiber Board Of Wood Or Other Ligneous Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Fiberboard Price in the UK (CIF) - 2023
- Fiberboard Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
- Fiberboard Imports in the UK
- Fiberboard Exports in the UK
Fiberboard Price in the UK (CIF) - 2023
The average fiberboard import price stood at $155 per cubic meter in August 2023, stabilizing at the previous month. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2023 when the average import price increased by 4.5% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $169 per cubic meter in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to August 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Belgium ($199 per cubic meter), while the price for Brazil ($67.4 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Latvia (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fiberboard Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
The average fiberboard export price stood at $203 per cubic meter in 2022, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +8.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, fiberboard export price increased by +67.9% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 33% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($356 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Luxembourg ($61 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 Germany (+18.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fiberboard Imports in the UK
In 2022, the amount of fiber board of wood or other ligneous materials imported into the UK dropped slightly to 3.6M cubic meters, falling by -3.6% compared with 2021 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 18%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 3.8M cubic meters, and then contracted in the following year.
In value terms, fiberboard imports expanded rapidly to $623M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.9% 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 +50.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 37% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
| Import of Fiberboard in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Ireland | 116 | 97.6 | 181 | 197 | 19.3% |
| Germany | 110 | 115 | 120 | 119 | 2.7% |
| Spain | 33.2 | 28.4 | 45.6 | 67.5 | 26.7% |
| Belgium | 58.7 | 52.3 | 70.5 | 67.0 | 4.5% |
| China | 14.0 | 19.3 | 27.0 | 29.0 | 27.5% |
| Poland | 15.1 | 16.0 | 18.3 | 26.5 | 20.6% |
| Portugal | 6.2 | 5.5 | 10.4 | 14.5 | 32.7% |
| Latvia | 29.2 | 29.2 | 11.7 | 13.3 | -23.1% |
| Finland | 4.6 | 3.8 | 5.3 | 12.2 | 38.4% |
| Turkey | 2.0 | 3.5 | 17.6 | 9.5 | 68.1% |
| Others | 44.8 | 44.7 | 60.6 | 66.5 | 14.1% |
| Total | 433 | 415 | 569 | 623 | 12.9% |
Top Suppliers of Fiberboard to the UK in 2022:
- Ireland (1265.5K cubic meters)
- Germany (701.2K cubic meters)
- Spain (380.6K cubic meters)
- Belgium (284.1K cubic meters)
- China (180.5K cubic meters)
- Poland (158.3K cubic meters)
- Latvia (114.2K cubic meters)
- Portugal (85.7K cubic meters)
- Finland (78.5K cubic meters)
- Turkey (60.8K cubic meters)
Fiberboard Exports in the UK
Fiberboard exports from the UK declined markedly to 245K cubic meters in 2022, with a decrease of -17.1% compared with the previous year. In general, total exports indicated a temperate expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +38.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 67% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 296K cubic meters, and then fell dramatically in the following year.
In value terms, fiberboard exports totaled $50M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a resilient expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +19.7% 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 +71.4% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
| Export of Fiberboard in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Ireland | 18.3 | 17.5 | 25.9 | 13.0 | -10.8% |
| Belgium | 3.4 | 3.9 | 6.0 | 9.2 | 39.3% |
| United States | 0.7 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 5.1 | 93.9% |
| Germany | N/A | N/A | 0.8 | 2.5 | 212.5% |
| Netherlands | 2.9 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 2.4 | -6.1% |
| France | 1.3 | 1.1 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 7.2% |
| Norway | 0.1 | N/A | 0.8 | 1.3 | 135.1% |
| China | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.8 | 0% |
| Italy | N/A | N/A | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.0% |
| Austria | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 | 0% |
| Sweden | N/A | N/A | 1.0 | 0.3 | -70.0% |
| Luxembourg | 0.1 | 0.6 | N/A | 0.3 | 44.2% |
| Others | 1.9 | 1.0 | 4.1 | 12.2 | 85.9% |
| Total | 29.0 | 29.8 | 46.9 | 49.7 | 19.7% |
Top Export Markets for Fiberboard from the UK in 2022:
- Ireland (64.8K cubic meters)
- Belgium (59.4K cubic meters)
- United States (17.1K cubic meters)
- Norway (12.7K cubic meters)
- Netherlands (9.7K cubic meters)
- Germany (7.0K cubic meters)
- France (6.1K cubic meters)
- Luxembourg (4.6K cubic meters)
- Italy (4.0K cubic meters)
- Sweden (4.0K cubic meters)
- China (3.5K cubic meters)
- Austria (3.1K cubic meters)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fiberboard market in the UK. 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:
- United Kingdom
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
- 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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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