Through Q3, China imported more than 67% of its oak logs from France, Russia, and the U.S. (13%). Imports of cherry, black walnut, and maple came from the U.S. (78%) and Canada (19%). Total Chinese log imports exceeded $44 billion; the U.S. was China's fourth-largest supplier at 6.8%.
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October 30, 2019
U.S. Hardwood Lumber Industry Hit Hard
Chinese tariffs on red oak, walnut, and other hardwood lumber have resulted in steep losses: nearly 50% of total industry revenue since 2017. The largest North American supplier of hardwood is closing its Washington sawmill, laying off all 70 employees, and closing another mill in Virginia.
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October 17, 2019
DHA eNews - Lumber Liquidators Settles Another Formaldehyde Lawsuit
Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XII, Issue XX: Lumber Liquidators Settles Another Formaldehyde Lawsuit | Commerce Affirms Hardwood Plywood Countervailing Duties | Cabinet Coalition Applauds Antidumping Determination | Indonesia Seeks To Take Advantage Of Trade War | Tree Thieves Get Stung
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October 16, 2019
New Due Diligence Tool Unveiled
At Forest Legality Week, the World Resources Institute demonstrated a new searchable database of documents that were previously difficult to obtain. The web platform promotes compliance with legal requirements in timber harvest and trade by compiling information from government, private sector, and third-party monitors. Currently focused on the Congo Basin, the tool will be expanded to other high-risk regions.
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