In 2013, Brazil was the largest plywood producer and exporter as the country produced 2.57 million cubic metres and exported 1.25 million cubic metres earning $429.23 million.
Between January and October this year Brazilian plywood exports (coniferous and non-coniferous) totalled $381 million a 7.3% increase compared to the same period of 2013.
The main markets up to October this year were the United Kingdom, (17%) followed by Germany (14%), Belgium (13%) and USA (8%). Productivity has improved in Brazilian mills through the use of modern equipment that allows small diameter logs to be utilised.