Wood panel prices in Russia increased in November by 2%
. The wood panel prices in Riussia in November 2007 increased by 2% compared to previous month, demand increased by 1.5%, according to Lesprom Network's monthly panel prices review .
Dec 19, 2007. /Lesprom Network/. The wood panel prices in Riussia in November 2007 increased by 2% compared to previous month, demand increased by 1.5%, according to Lesprom Network's monthly panel prices review .
Average price for chipboard (1, 1E grades) was RUR 6657 per cubic meter, laminated chipboard (1, 1E grades) - RUR 12649 per cubic meter, fiberboard (first grade ТSN–40) - RUR 55 per square meter, MDF – RUR 12905 per cubic meter, OSB-3 (1/1 grade) – RUR 16707 per cubic meter.
The growth of wood panels supply in November was supported by increased competition among producers, stated in the review. Wood panels production in last month was lower than forecasts.
Market players expect prices growth in December for chipboard by 2-3%, fiberboard – by 3%, MDF – by 5%, OSB – by 2%.