Log Prices in the UK

FOB
plus commission		per Cu.m
Sapele	80cm+LM-C	Euro 245-255
Iroko	80cm+LM-C	Euro 315-325
N'Gollon	70cm+LM-C	Euro 205-215
Ayous	80cm+LM-C	Euro 200-215

UK Sawnwood Prices

The continuing decline in the dollar exchange rate is causing hardwood importers and manufacturers a dilemma as W. African species are being priced out of the market. African timber stocks held by EU importers are now too expensive, which has created an opportunity for US hardwood suppliers. This opportunity is enhanced as delivery times from SE Asia are considered too long for many importers, making forward contracts risky. The market prices quoted are not yet fully reflecting the current uncertainties as there is always someone ready to undercut the going rates for a quick sale.

It is reported that forward orders from the building sector have slipped a little but this is only a temporary setback say analysts.

FOB plus Commission		per Cu.m
Brazilian Mahogany FAS		-
Teak 1st Quality 1"x8"x8'		Stg2035-2350
Tulipwood	FAS 25mm	Stg340-355
Cedro	FAS 25mm	Stg425
DR Meranti	Sel/Btr 25mm	Stg330-355
Keruing	Std/Btr 25mm	Stg240-260
Sapele	FAS 25mm	Stg335-345
Iroko	FAS 25mm	Stg410-440
Khaya	FAS 25mm	Stg350-370
Utile	FAS 25mm	Stg405-415
Wawa	No1. C&S 25mm	Stg210-215

Plywood and MDF in the UK

CIF	per Cu.m
Brazilian WBP BB/CC 6mm	US$490
" Mahogany 6mm
When last available	US$1265
Indonesian WBP 6mm	US$440-490
Eire, MDF BS1142	per 10 Sq.m CIF
12mm	Stg34.50