U.S. imports of hardwood plywood are down 66%

The Decorative Hardwoods Association is reporting that last year, U.S. imports of hardwood plywood grew by 12% in value to more than $2.1 billion. 

This year-to-date through February, total imports have declined by 66% in volume and 68% in value vs. the same period last year. U.S. imports from most countries are down, except for those from Canada and Ecuador.

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