China's largest import market for hardwoods

In 2010, China has become the largest import market for hardwood products in the United States. Experts predict that with the United States becoming the world's largest exporter of hardwood products for 10 consecutive years, the prospects for Sino-U.S. cooperation are very optimistic.

Statistics show that in 2010 China (including Hong Kong and Taiwan) had a total import value of 680 million U.S. dollars, a year-on-year growth of 66%; total imports accounted for 27% of U.S. hardwood export volume, and secured the highest position in the U.S. hardwood market. Variety diversity is the main reason why American hardwood is popular in China. Red Oak is the most popular variety in the Chinese market last year, followed by white oak, goose palm autumn, black walnut, ash, red poplar, cherry, maple and pecan. In addition to sheet materials, suppliers also supply other products such as logs, veneers, flooring, size materials, and woodworking products. The American hardwood products are known for their natural texture of appearance, while the plates are still popular in the Chinese market because of the advantages of the moisture content of the plate after drying, which remains at 8%, and a reasonable classification system.

According to Chen Xizhen, Director of Southeast Asia and Greater China of the US Hardwood Export Council, with the booming real estate market in Mainland China and Hong Kong and Taiwan, the furniture, flooring and interior design industries will flourish, indirectly bringing in hardwood products to the United States. Unlimited business opportunities. The American Hardwood Export Council has full confidence in the continued development and expansion of China's future market and looks forward to continuing cooperation with the industry and creating a good environment for cooperation.