Canada - MDF - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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MDF Price in Canada - 2023

Contents:

  1. MDF Price in Canada (CIF) - 2023
  2. MDF Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023
  3. MDF Imports in Canada
  4. MDF Exports in Canada

MDF Price in Canada (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average MDF import price amounted to $959 per cubic meter, shrinking by -5.7% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 an increase of 12% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $1,041 per cubic meter in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 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 ($1,526 per cubic meter), while the price for China ($795 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+4.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

MDF Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023

The average MDF export price stood at $613 per cubic meter in June 2023, falling by -11.2% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in September 2022 when the average export price increased by 8.6% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $810 per cubic meter in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to June 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -1.6% per month.

MDF Imports in Canada

MDF imports into Canada fell dramatically to 353K cubic meters in 2022, shrinking by -27.8% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 489K cubic meters, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, MDF imports dropped to $319M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +7.1% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 34% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $337M, and then fell in the following year.

Import of MDF in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States59.448.952.956.1-1.9%
China57.353.868.055.3-1.2%
Turkey14.427.352.146.447.7%
Germany53.750.369.044.6-6.0%
Austria23.322.120.727.25.3%
Chile18.418.318.525.311.2%
Belgium6.35.211.618.041.9%
Switzerland6.57.110.18.48.9%
Others20.018.134.037.623.4%
Total2592513373197.2%

Top Suppliers of MDF to Canada in 2022:

  1. United States (66.3K cubic meters)
  2. China (66.3K cubic meters)
  3. Turkey (55.5K cubic meters)
  4. Germany (49.3K cubic meters)
  5. Austria (27.5K cubic meters)
  6. Chile (21.7K cubic meters)
  7. Belgium (20.3K cubic meters)
  8. Switzerland (9.6K cubic meters)

MDF Exports in Canada

In 2022, mdf exports from Canada totaled 585K cubic meters, standing approx. at 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 1.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 601K cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, MDF exports surged to $431M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated significant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +20.1% 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 +73.9% against 2020 indices. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of MDF in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States24424632242920.7%
Others4.71.92.51.6-30.2%
Total24924832443120.1%

Top Export Markets for MDF from Canada in 2022:

  1. United States (579.6K cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mdf market in Canada. 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 1648 - MDF/HDF

Country coverage:

  • Canada

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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  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

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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
  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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