BRAZIL – In 2024, Brazil’s particleboard exports totaled USD 113.38 million, representing a 40.4% increase compared to USD 80.74 million in 2023. This growth was primarily driven by strong performances in key markets such as China and Colombia.

China led the way with an 82.1% increase, reaching USD 33.27 million from USD 18.27 million in 2023. The growing demand for Brazilian wood products continues to strengthen China’s position as the largest destination for Brazil’s exports.

Colombia saw an even larger growth of 128.1%, totaling USD 27.03 million, a significant rise from USD 11.85 million in the previous year. This growth positions Colombia as a key market in Latin America.

Peru experienced a more moderate increase of 6.4%, reaching USD 18.03 million compared to USD 16.94 million in 2023. While the growth was slower, Peru remains an important market for Brazilian particleboard. In contrast, Bolivia recorded a 14.4% decline, totaling USD 13.08 million compared to USD 15.29 million in 2023.  Ecuador and Paraguay showed more modest growth of 7.3% and 3.3%, respectively. Ecuador reached USD 5.1 million, while Paraguay reached USD 4.16 million.  Panama saw a significant rebound, with a 66.5% increase, reaching USD 3.14 million from USD 1.89 million last year.

Other countries contributed to the overall growth with a 23.9% increase, reaching USD 9.57 million from USD 7.72 million in 2023.