Price for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia - 2024

Contents:

  1. Price for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (CIF) - 2024
  2. Price for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia
  4. Exports of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia

Price for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (CIF) - 2024

In April 2024, the average import price for medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm amounted to $466 per cubic meter, dropping by -39.9% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in November 2023 when the average import price increased by 173% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $776 per cubic meter in March 2024, and then reduced sharply in the following month.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($577 per cubic meter), while the price for Thailand ($352 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From April 2023 to April 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+0.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm amounted to $12 per cubic meter, dropping by -93.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a precipitous shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 83% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $391 per cubic meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($115 per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Hong Kong SAR ($6.1 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (-9.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia

For the fourth year in a row, Australia recorded growth in overseas purchases of medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm, which increased by 0.9% to 10K cubic meters in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.4% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +49.6% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 33%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, imports of medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm dropped to $5.8M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.8% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +32.2% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 44%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $6.6M, and then declined in the following year.

Import of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China1,3761,6142,4861,6355.9%
New Zealand5.436.5444699405.9%
Malaysia48.441.958.312336.5%
Turkey19.827.310284.362.1%
Thailand75.932826.579.51.6%
United States42979.362.548.9-51.5%
Netherlands18.923.420.622.56.0%
Italy23.615.04.215.0-14.0%
Slovakia31.2N/AN/AN/A0%
RussiaN/AN/A28.8N/A0%
Others2,3442,4643,4133,0729.4%
Total4,3724,6296,6465,7799.7%

Top Suppliers of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm to Australia in 2022:

  1. China (2.6K cubic meters)
  2. New Zealand (1.4K cubic meters)
  3. Malaysia (0.2K cubic meters)
  4. Thailand (0.2K cubic meters)
  5. Turkey (0.1K cubic meters)
  6. Netherlands (0.1K cubic meters)
  7. Italy (0.1K cubic meters)
  8. United States (0.1K cubic meters)

Exports of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia

Exports of medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm from Australia skyrocketed to 17K cubic meters in 2022, jumping by 1,875% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, exports of medium density fibreboard (MDF) of thickness under 5 mm surged to $199K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a precipitous decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 81% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $3.2M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China5501,307124126-38.8%
Saudi Arabia89.710814.520.8-38.6%
New Zealand28.043.51.810.1-28.8%
Japan36.539.34.76.0-45.2%
South Korea56.140.63.93.9-58.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)44.655.31.83.5-57.2%
Norfolk Island2.63.70.80.9-29.8%
United States63.135.22.20.1-88.3%
Others9051,57610.327.3-68.9%
Total1,7763,209164199-51.8%

Top Export Markets for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) of Thickness Under 5 Mm from Australia in 2022:

  1. China (4.0K cubic meters)
  2. Saudi Arabia (0.2K cubic meters)
  3. Japan (0.2K cubic meters)
  4. Taiwan (Chinese) (0.1K cubic meters)
  5. Norfolk Island (0.1K cubic meters)
  6. New Zealand (0.1K cubic meters)
  7. South Korea (0.1K cubic meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

Store
Blog
Event
Australia - MDF - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 1221

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mdf market in Australia.

Australia - Wood-Based Panels - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 8, 2024
Eye 670

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood-based panels market in Australia.

Australia - Fiber Board Of Wood Or Other Ligneous Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 660

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fiberboard market in Australia.

Australia - Fibreboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 8, 2024
Eye 472

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fibreboard market in Australia.

Australia - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 582

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

Australia - Insulating Board - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 494

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the insulating board market in Australia.

Australia - Winding Wire For Electrical Purposes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 550

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the winding wire market in Australia.

Australia - Slitting And Cross Cutting Machines For Paper Or Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 259

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cross cutting slitter market in Australia.

Australia - Guillotines For Paper Or Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 227

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper guillotine market in Australia.

Australia - Combined Reel Slitting And Re-Reeling Cutting Machines For Paper And Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 310

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the reel cutting slitter market in Australia.

Import of Hardboard in Australia Sees a Staggering 13% Increase to Reach $2.7M in November 2023.
Jan 25, 2024
Eye 160

In November 2023, imports of Hardboard reached their highest level, with a notable increase in value to $2.7M.

Best Import Markets for Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
Apr 8, 2024
Eye 299

Explore the leading countries in the global MDF import market and the key statistics for 2023. Discover the trends and factors driving the demand for MDF in these top import markets.

Turning Wood Fiber into Gold: A Beginner's Guide to Starting an MDF Manufacturing Business
Feb 25, 2023
Eye 1665

Starting an MDF manufacturing business requires extensive planning, investment, and attention to quality control. This article provides a comprehensive guide to starting an MDF production plant, including the key steps, considerations, and best practices for success

Hampered by the Pandemic, the Global MDF Market to Pursue Only Measured Growth
Jan 29, 2021
Eye 939

The global mdf market declined slightly to $45.9B in 2019, which is down by -4.8% against the previous year. This...

Global MDF Market - Poland, Russia, Brazil and Thailand Emerges as Export Markets
Sep 19, 2018
Eye 5401

Global MDF Market: In 2017, global MDF market amounted to X cubic meters, posting solid gains over the last ten years. Market volume expanded by an average annual rate +X% over the period from 2007 to 2017

The U.S. and Iran are the Largest Importers of MDF
Apr 28, 2018
Eye 2921

Global MDF market amounted to X million cubic meters in 2016, posting solid gains over the last ten years. In value terms, the market stood at X billion USD, which was approx. at the level of 2015. After a decline by X% in 2009, the market recor

The Largest Import Markets for Wood-Based Panels
Nov 21, 2023
Eye 390

Explore the top import markets for wood-based panels in the world, including the United States, Germany, Japan, and more. Discover key statistics and the market potential for exporters and manufacturers. Utilize the IndexBox market intelligence platform for valuable insights.

Global Wood Based Panel Market to Benefit from Increasing Demand in Asia and the U.S.
Nov 23, 2017
Eye 2555

Ongoing urbanization in Asia, combined with rising household income and an increase in the construction of new housing in the U.S., will continue to drive the global market for wood based panels.

Global Wood Based Panel Market Reached 380,4M Cubic Meters in 2015
Jun 8, 2017
Eye 1599

In 2015, the wood-based panel market grew to X thousand cubic meters.

Which Countries Produce the Most Wood-Based Panels?
Mar 3, 2017
Eye 1706

Global wood-based panel market production was estimated at X thousand cubic meters in 2015, which was X thousand cubic meters more than in 2013. There was an annual increase of +X% in physical terms for the period from 2007 to 2014.

Free Data: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm - Australia