U.S. Imports Of Russian Plywood Surge By 42%

Posted On
April 09, 2026
Author
DHA

According to U.S. Census Bureau data, U.S. imports of Russian birch plywood reached 11,300 cubic meters in February, up by 42% vs. January. The U.S. is still one of Russia's largest export markets for plywood. Russian oligarchs aligned with Putin are reported to be the primary beneficiaries, likely helping fund Russian war efforts.

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