China approves import quotas for timber for 2026
#1 Sept. 14, 2025 20:54:01
China approves import quotas for timber for 2026
China approves import quotas for timber for 2026: 190 million m3
The Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China has officially approved import quotas for wood for 2026 with a total volume of 190 million m3, which is 8% higher than in 2025. The new quotas are accompanied by stricter requirements for certification and tracing the origin of wood. Distribution of quotas by supplier countries The geographical structure of imports has undergone significant changes: • Russia: 85.5 million m3 (45%, -3% by 2025) • Brazil: 60.8 million m3 (32%, +5% by 2025) • Canada: 15.2 million m3 (8%, -2% by 2025) • ASEAN countries: 19.0 million m3 (10%, +3% by 2025) • Africa: 9.5 million m3 (5%, +2% by 2025) New regulatory requirements From January 1, 2026, mandatory requirements for the import of wood will be introduced.: • Blockchain-certification of the origin of all imported wood • Compliance with the new national standard GB/T 41001-2025 • Mandatory phytosanitary certification with electronic tracking • Requirements for sustainable forest management for all suppliers Impact on prices and the market The approval of quotas has already had an impact on market prices:
Regional distribution of imports in China Key import hubs: • Manchuria: 45% of Russian imports (rail shipments) • Shanghai: 60% of sea shipments from Brazil and Canada Guangzhou: The main hub for imports from ASEAN and Africa • Chongqing: A new logistics center for the western regions of China Expert's comment “The new quotas and certification requirements will strengthen the positions of responsible suppliers and increase the transparency of supply chains. This corresponds to the strategy of developing the qualitative growth of the Chinese timber industry.” Practical recommendations for importers To work under the new rules, you must: • Register in the blockchain certification system before December 1, 2025 • Obtain the GB/T 41001-2025 certificate of conformity • Optimize logistics routes through approved hubs • Develop plans to diversify supply sources Official resources: • Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China: http://www.mofcom.gov.cn • General Customs Administration: http://www.customs.gov.cn • Applying for a quota: https://www.mofcom.gov.cn/wood_import Tags: #import_wood #China #quoty_2026 #blockchain_sertification #GB/T_41001 #market_less Переведено «Яндекс.Переводчиком» Edited Moderator (Sept. 14, 2025 20:55:28) Offline
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