The global plywood market faces severe turbulence in 2026. The U.S. imposes heavy AD/CVD tariffs on plywood from China, Indonesia and Vietnam. China’s CVD is 81.34%, AD 187.27%, with retroactive levies on goods entered 90 days bef
ore Jan 16, 2026. The EU, Vietnam and Russia tighten trade rules, accelerating supply chain restructuring.
The global market grows steadily to $138.33 billion in 2026 (up 5.1% YoY) and is expected to reach $173.48 billion by 2030. Driven by construction and furniture demand, eco-friendly, formaldehyde-free, fire-retardant and high-performance panels are becoming key growth drivers.
Capacity shifts to Southeast Asia but faces saturation. Indonesia and Vietnam remain under high tariffs; relocation alone cannot avoid risks. The U.S. industry is outdated and cannot fill supply gaps soon.
Strategies: Pause high-risk U.S. orders short-term; expand to Middle East and Southeast Asia mid-term; upgrade high-value products long-term.
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