U.S. Wood Container and Pallet Market. Analysis and Forecast to 2030
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Market Size for Wood Containers and Pallets in the U.S.
In 2023, the U.S. wood container and pallet market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2013 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2022, and then shrank modestly in the following year.
Production of Wood Containers and Pallets in the U.S.
In value terms, wood container and pallet production dropped slightly to $X in 2023. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2013 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2022, and then shrank in the following year.
Exports of Wood Containers and Pallets
Exports from the U.S.
For the third year in a row, the United States recorded growth in overseas shipments of wood containers and pallets, which increased by X% to X units in 2023. Over the period under review, exports showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.
In value terms, wood container and pallet exports skyrocketed to $X in 2023. Overall, total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2013 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2023 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Mexico (X units), Canada (X units) and Spain (X units) were the main destinations of wood container and pallet exports from the United States, with a combined X% share of total exports. France, South Korea, Australia, the UK, Chile, Ireland, Sweden, Japan, Germany and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2013 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Australia (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the UK ($X), Canada ($X) and Mexico ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for wood container and pallet exported from the United States worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Ireland, Spain, South Korea, France, Japan, China, Germany, Sweden, Australia and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Ireland, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The average wood container and pallet export price stood at $X per unit in 2023, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2023, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Australia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Wood Containers and Pallets
Imports into the U.S.
In 2023, overseas purchases of wood containers and pallets decreased by X% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
In value terms, wood container and pallet imports fell to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2013 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, China (X units) constituted the largest wood container and pallet supplier to the United States, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, wood container and pallet imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X units), threefold. Canada (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with an X% share.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (X% per year) and Canada (X% per year).
In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wood containers and pallets to the United States, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with an X% share.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from France stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (X% per year) and China (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The average wood container and pallet import price stood at $X per unit in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per unit), while the price for Honduras ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for wood container and pallet 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:
- NAICS 321920 - Wood container and pallet manufacturing
Companies mentioned:
- Ifco Systems North America
- Peco Pallet
- Timber Creek Resource
- Index Packaging, Palletone
- Northwest Pallet Supply Co.
- Kamps
- The Pallet Factory Inc
- Atlas Global Solutions
- Buckeye Diamond Logistics
- Southwest Forest Products
- Independent Stave Company
- Elberta Crate & Box Co.
- Edwards Wood Products
- American Fibertech Corporation
- Hinton Lumber Products
- Wisconsin Box Company
- Nefab Packaging
- Madison County Wood Products
- Supply Chain Solutions
- Satco
- Commercial Lumber & Pallet Co.
- Crimstone AAA Operating Company
- Wooden Pallets
- Missouri Cooperage Company
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. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023