Wood: ash (Fraxinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm

In 2024, wood: ash (fraxinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm trade exhibited slight decline, with global flows reaching $383,426,593 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of +0.9% (five-year: -1.4%). The all-time peak of $507,698,728 was recorded in 2017; the current level is 24% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (1995–2024), 66% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a predominantly expanding market. Trend momentum is steady (+1.5% acceleration).

The supply side is moderately concentrated (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.151). The three largest exporters — United States ($123.3M), Vietnam ($59.7M), and Croatia ($38.6M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at -7.3% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is moderately concentrated (HHI 0.232). The three largest import markets are China ($179.9M), Italy ($25.9M), and United Kingdom ($13.7M). The largest importing market sources from 21 different supplying countries.

Estimated substitution elasticity: -4.74. Buyers have moderate flexibility to shift sourcing, but face some switching costs.

The dominant trade corridor is United States → China at $62.4M, representing 34.7% of the importer's total demand.

The volatility score for wood: ash (fraxinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm is 3 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, contracting demand signals caution before committing resources. A moderately concentrated market rewards differentiated positioning and strategic partner selection.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.