Rise in fibreboard exports to China [NZ/AU]Friday 18 Sep 2026
Imports from New Zealand, as the first largest supplier, rose 9% to 13,000 tonnes in the first half of 2026. It is particularly worth noting that China’s fibreboard imports from Australia surged 395% over the same period of 2025. In addition, China’s fibreboard imports from Thailand, Romania and Belgium grew 21%, 61% and 32% respectively in the first half of 2026. In contrast, China’s fibreboard imports from Germany alone among top suppliers dropped 30% over the same period of 2025. The main reason for the significant increase in China's imports of fiberboard from Australia in the first half of 2026 was the substitution of import sources by different countries. The traditional high-end fibreboard supplier, New Zealand, reduced their exports of high-level fiberboard to China. Domestic, export-oriented, furniture enterprises in China still have a strong demand for highend MDF/HDF that meets international environmental protection certification regulations Domestic purchasers have shifted some of their high-end panel orders to Australia relying on the advantages of the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement and the zero-tariff policy of RCEP, combined with the stable supply of Australian radiata pine raw materials, complete product certifications and smooth maritime Customs clearance, thereby increasing the import volume of Australian fibreboards. Click here for the latest Tropical Timber Market Report Source: ITTO Market Information Service (MIS) | ||
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