Republic of Korea - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
Report Update: Apr 1, 2024

Republic of Korea - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report
Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)
Subscription
Online access and download
from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Hardboard Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

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

Hardboard Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

In December 2022, the average hardboard import price amounted to $647 per cubic meter, falling by -14.4% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a mild curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 when the average import price increased by 28% month-to-month. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $961 per cubic meter. From April 2022 to December 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Belgium ($1,541 per cubic meter), while the price for Thailand ($387 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 Vietnam (+0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Hardboard Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average hardboard export price amounted to $1,019 per cubic meter, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, hardboard export price increased by +77.6% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 29% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $1,023 per cubic meter in 2021, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($13,091 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Iran ($51 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 Russia (+28.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Hardboard Imports in South Korea

In 2022, approx. 45K cubic meters of hardboard were imported into South Korea; which is down by -37.4% compared with 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 295%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 72K cubic meters, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, hardboard imports reduced notably to $27M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 234%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $42M, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Import of Hardboard in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China4.24.211.47.722.4%
Vietnam0.40.14.92.993.5%
Thailand0.50.61.40.921.6%
Germany1.80.41.50.2-51.9%
Others7.97.322.615.424.9%
Total14.812.541.827.222.5%

Top Suppliers of Hardboard to South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (13.8K cubic meters)
  2. Vietnam (4.7K cubic meters)
  3. Thailand (2.7K cubic meters)
  4. Germany (0.1K cubic meters)

Hardboard Exports in South Korea

In 2022, overseas shipments of hardboard were finally on the rise to reach 2.2K cubic meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a drastic downturn. The exports peaked at 4.1K cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hardboard exports rose remarkably to $2.2M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The exports peaked at $3.8M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Hardboard in South Korea (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Uzbekistan550493412398-10.2%
Vietnam867245104330-27.5%
Indonesia1101301241233.8%
Germany57.847.925.543.5-9.0%
Australia55.841.126.633.7-15.5%
Netherlands52.144.731.322.7-24.2%
Philippines10.210.38.57.2-11.0%
Iran5.44.63.22.3-24.8%
Others2,0931,4091,2931,266-15.4%
Total3,8022,4252,0282,227-16.3%

Top Export Markets for Hardboard from South Korea in 2022:

  1. Uzbekistan (379.0 cubic meters)
  2. Vietnam (292.0 cubic meters)
  3. Netherlands (105.0 cubic meters)
  4. Indonesia (80.0 cubic meters)
  5. Philippines (51.0 cubic meters)
  6. Iran (44.0 cubic meters)
  7. Australia (33.0 cubic meters)
  8. Germany (30.0 cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hardboard 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:

  • FCL 1647 - Hardboard

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  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
Store
Blog
Event
Republic of Korea - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 487

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

Republic of Korea - Fiber Board Of Wood Or Other Ligneous Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 455

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

Republic of Korea - Fibreboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 435

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

Republic of Korea - Insulating Board - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 479

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the insulating board market in Republic of Korea.

Republic of Korea - MDF - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 853

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

Republic of Korea - Wood-Based Panels - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 816

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood-based panels market in Republic of Korea.

Republic of Korea - Winding Wire For Electrical Purposes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 505

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the winding wire market in Republic of Korea.

Republic of Korea - Slitting And Cross Cutting Machines For Paper Or Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 212

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for slitting and cross cutting machines for paper or paperboard in Republic of Korea.

Republic of Korea - Guillotines For Paper Or Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 289

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for guillotines for paper or paperboard in Republic of Korea.

Republic of Korea - Combined Reel Slitting And Re-Reeling Cutting Machines For Paper And Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Apr 1, 2024
Eye 294

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the reel cutting slitter market in Republic of Korea.

Construction Boom Keeps Global Hardboard Exports Solid
Aug 9, 2021
Eye 715

Global hardboard exports increased by +1.1% y-o-y to 3.6M cubic meters last year. Germany heads the list of the largest hardboard exporters worldwide, supplying 45% of its export volume to the U.S., France and Poland. In 2020, Brazil, Thailand, Romania, Turkey, Spain, Belgium and Canada recorded the most prominent export growth. 

Global Hardboard Market 2019 - Manufacturing Suffers Setback Due to Demand Weakness
Aug 30, 2019
Eye 1359

Global hardboard production continues to indicate a measured setback.

The World's Best Import Markets for Fiberboard
Jan 19, 2024
Eye 184

Explore the top import markets for fiberboard based on the Import Value of Fiberboard data from the IndexBox market intelligence platform. Read on to learn about the key statistics and trends in these markets.

Global Fiberboard Market 2019 - Key Insights
Sep 2, 2019
Eye 496

The global fiberboard market revenue amounted to $23.2B in 2017, leveling off at the previous year. This figure...

Which Country Imports the Most Wood Fiber Board in the World?
May 28, 2018
Eye 877

In 2016, the global imports of fiberboard amounted to X tons, coming up by X% against the previous year figure. Overall, it indicated a strong increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports volume ...

Which Country Exports the Most Wood Fiber Board in the World?
May 28, 2018
Eye 1984

In 2016, the global imports of fiberboard amounted to X tons, coming up by X% against the previous year figure. Overall, it indicated a strong increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports volume ...

Germany Ranked First Globally in Fiberboard Exports in 2014
Oct 28, 2015
Eye 1337

Germany continued its dominance in the global fiberboard trade. In 2014, Germany exported X thousand tons of fiberboard totaling X million USD, X% over the previous year. Its primary trading partner was France, where it supplied X% of its to

Fiberboard Market - Germany Is the World's Leading Exporter of Fiber Board of Wood, with $1.9B in 2014
Aug 11, 2015
Eye 1360

Germany dominates in the global trade of fiber board of wood or other ligneous materials. In 2014, Germany exported X thousand tons of fiber board of wood or other ligneous materials totaling X million USD, X% over the previous year. Its prim

Best Import Markets for Fibreboard
Feb 6, 2024
Eye 146

Explore the top import markets for Fibreboard with key statistics and numbers. Discover the leading countries, import values, and market trends in the Fibreboard industry.

Best Import Markets for Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
Apr 8, 2024
Eye 86

Explore the leading countries in the global MDF import market and the key statistics for 2023. Discover the trends and factors driving the demand for MDF in these top import markets.

Free Data: Hardboard - South Korea