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Global Hardboard Market 2024

Hardboard Market Size

The global hardboard market expanded significantly to $X in 2022, surging by 8.3% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Hardboard Production

In value terms, hardboard production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 12%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Hardboard Exports

Exports

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of hardboard decreased by -18.4% to X cubic meters in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 9.5%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, hardboard exports rose significantly to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 23% against the previous year. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X cubic meters), distantly followed by France (X cubic meters), Poland (X cubic meters), Turkey (X cubic meters), Belarus (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters) and the United States (X cubic meters) represented the largest exporters of hardboard, together constituting 65% of total exports. Russia (X cubic meters), China (X cubic meters), Brazil (X cubic meters), Canada (X cubic meters), Thailand (X cubic meters) and Luxembourg (X cubic meters) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Belarus (with a CAGR of +22.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the largest hardboard supplier worldwide, comprising 27% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with an 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 8.4% share.

In Germany, hardboard exports contracted by an average annual rate of -3.4% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Poland (+4.7% per year) and Belgium (+4.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hardboard export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, growing by 32% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per cubic meter), while Russia ($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 Belarus (+6.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Hardboard Imports

Imports

In 2022, global imports of hardboard declined to X cubic meters, shrinking by -6.1% against the previous year. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 28%. Global imports peaked at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hardboard imports rose rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 26%. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X cubic meters) and the Netherlands (X cubic meters) represented roughly 22% of total imports in 2022. The United States (X cubic meters) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 6.5% share, followed by France (5.3%), Germany (4.6%) and Denmark (4.6%). Russia (X cubic meters), Italy (X cubic meters), the UK (X cubic meters), Romania (X cubic meters), Lithuania (X cubic meters), Sweden (X cubic meters) and Poland (X cubic meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Denmark (with a CAGR of +22.1%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest hardboard importing markets worldwide were Belgium ($X), the United States ($X) and France ($X), with a combined 22% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, the UK, Romania, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Russia, Poland and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 34%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Denmark, with a CAGR of +14.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hardboard import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 the UK ($X per cubic meter), while Denmark ($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 the Netherlands (+8.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hardboard consumption, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Netherlands, with a 5.7% share.
The country with the largest volume of hardboard production was China, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belarus, with a 4.9% share.
In value terms, Germany remains the largest hardboard supplier worldwide, comprising 27% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Poland, with an 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 8.4% share.
In value terms, the largest hardboard importing markets worldwide were Belgium, the United States and France, with a combined 22% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, the UK, Romania, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Russia, Poland and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 34%.
The average hardboard export price stood at $726 per cubic meter in 2022, surging by 32% against the previous year.
The average hardboard import price stood at $648 per cubic meter in 2022, increasing by 17% against the previous year.

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

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Repo Vabrikud As, Financiera Maderera Sa, Gruppo Mauro Saviola S.R.L., 3b S.P.A., Fibris S.A., Gabrovnitsa AD, Hardex S.A., Kzpp Koniecpol S.A., C&W Berry Ltd, Ibl S.P.A., Lana Sociedad Cooperativa, In Co Sas Di Benedetto Grione Tuninetti & C, Walter Hartmetall Gmbh, Linex Panneaux, Hobatex Gmbh Industrial Partners, C.R.Taylor (Timber) Ltd, Froeslev Trae A/S, Ets Fernand Brugere, Vidue S.P.A., Kronospan Italia S.R.L., Novolegno S.P.A.

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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. GLOBAL 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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  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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