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ECOWAS: Roundwood Market 2024

Roundwood Market Size in ECOWAS

The ECOWAS roundwood market dropped slightly to $X in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Roundwood Production in ECOWAS

In value terms, roundwood production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a slight reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Roundwood Exports

Exports in ECOWAS

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of roundwood, when their volume increased by X% to X cubic meters. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, roundwood exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the two major exporters of roundwood, namely Cote d'Ivoire and Ghana, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Cote d'Ivoire (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, Ghana ($X) remains the largest roundwood supplier in ECOWAS, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with less than X% share of total exports.

In Ghana, roundwood exports decreased by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in ECOWAS stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ghana ($X per cubic meter), while Cote d'Ivoire totaled less than $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (X%).

Roundwood Imports

Imports in ECOWAS

In 2022, overseas purchases of roundwood decreased by X% to X cubic meters, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X cubic meters. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, roundwood imports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by X%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Nigeria (X cubic meters), Benin (X cubic meters), Togo (X cubic meters), Ghana (X cubic meters) and Gambia (X cubic meters) represented roughly X% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Senegal (X cubic meters), mixing up a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Benin (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported roundwood in ECOWAS, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ghana ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Senegal, with an X% share.

In Nigeria, roundwood imports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ghana (X% per year) and Senegal (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in ECOWAS stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per cubic meter), while Benin ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Ghana remains the largest roundwood consuming country in ECOWAS, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, roundwood consumption in Ghana exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, more than tenfold.
The country with the largest volume of roundwood production was Ghana, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, roundwood production in Ghana exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Cote d'Ivoire, sevenfold.
In value terms, Ghana remains the largest roundwood supplier in ECOWAS, comprising 14% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire, with less than 0.1% share of total exports.
In value terms, Nigeria constitutes the largest market for imported roundwood in ECOWAS, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ghana, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Senegal, with an 8.4% share.
In 2022, the export price in ECOWAS amounted to $0.5 per cubic meter, waning by -74.3% against the previous year.
In 2022, the import price in ECOWAS amounted to $317 per cubic meter, surging by 4.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the roundwood market in ECOWAS. 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 1627 - Wood fuel, coniferous (production)
  • FCL 1628 - Wood fuel, non-coniferous (production)
  • FCL 1866 -
  • FCL 1867 -

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in ECOWAS, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in ECOWAS
  • 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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