🏯LPC: Diversification of wood imports
#1 Aug. 5, 2025 11:39:59
🏯LPC: Diversification of wood imports
Fires in Russia force Chinese buyers to turn to suppliers from Brazil and Africa
Major changes in the import structure According to the latest Chinese customs data, Russian timber imports in the first week of August 2025 decreased by 15% year-on-year. Wildfires in Siberia have caused disruptions in rail transportation, forcing Chinese importers to urgently change their purchasing strategy.: • Guangzhou Timber Group increased purchases of Brazilian eucalyptus by 25% • Sinowai Wood expanded imports of African sapele by 18% • Exploring options for replacing Southeastern rubber wood Price dynamics and market reaction
New environmental requirements The Ministry of Ecology of the People's Republic of China announced that from September 1, all imported wood supplies must have an FSC certificate with a blockchain proof of origin. This requirement is aimed at ensuring full traceability of the supply chain. Recommendations for industry The Chinese Forestry Industry Association advises companies: • Prioritize South American suppliers with dual PEFC/FSC certification • Use the China-Laos Railway to reduce costs • Create processing zones on the Myanmar-Laos border Market analytics “By 2026, Russia's share in Chinese softwood imports may decrease from 68% to 55%” — Li Wei, analyst at the Association for the Distribution of Wood and Wood Products of China Translated by «Yandex.Translator» Edited Moderator (Aug. 5, 2025 11:40:20) Offline
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