U.S. - Waferboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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U.S. - Waferboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Waferboard Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Waferboard Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  2. Waferboard Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  3. Waferboard Imports in the United States
  4. Waferboard Exports in the United States

Waferboard Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average waferboard import price amounted to $316 per cubic meter, jumping by 33% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($396 per cubic meter), while the price for India ($85 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+5.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Waferboard Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023

The average waferboard export price stood at $400 per cubic meter in August 2023, waning by -4.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price saw a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2023 an increase of 1.9% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $479 per cubic meter in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Canada ($401 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Mexico totaled $399 per cubic meter.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (-0.1%).

Waferboard Imports in the United States

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of waferboards, when their volume decreased by -13.5% to 1.2M cubic meters. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 6.8% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 1.3M cubic meters, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, waferboard imports soared to $368M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Waferboard in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada2582102422742.0%
Italy18.614.016.421.65.1%
Mexico10.27.111.619.524.1%
Spain6.54.85.812.925.7%
China6.13.84.15.1-5.8%
IndiaN/A1.92.02.514.7%
Brazil22.717.89.91.1-63.5%
Others25.130.726.831.47.8%
Total3472903193682.0%

Top Suppliers of Waferboard to the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (779.5K cubic meters)
  2. Italy (154.7K cubic meters)
  3. Mexico (49.2K cubic meters)
  4. Spain (45.1K cubic meters)
  5. India (29.6K cubic meters)
  6. China (25.3K cubic meters)
  7. Brazil (3.8K cubic meters)

Waferboard Exports in the United States

In 2022, the amount of waferboards exported from the United States surged to 450K cubic meters, jumping by 46% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 52%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, waferboard exports surged to $198M in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 40%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Waferboard in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada69.788.611813625.0%
Mexico25.425.736.158.331.9%
Others3.71.87.73.4-2.8%
Total98.811616219826.1%

Top Export Markets for Waferboard from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (294.6K cubic meters)
  2. Mexico (146.4K cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waferboard market in the U.S.. 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 16211313 - Particle board, of wood

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

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

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  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

    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

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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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