Market World Oriented Strand Board Market | Page 2
Fluctuating raw material prices can act as a restraint to the market demand. The adhesives used in the
manufacturing of OSB are obtained from the petroleum industry. The price fluctuations in the petroleum
industry are expected to impact negatively on the manufacturing activity.
Application Insights
In 2014, construction segment accounted over USD 4.0 million. Increasing consumption of structural insulated
panels, industrial containers, single-layer flooring, subflooring, webs for wood I-joists, wall and roof sheathing,
mezzanine deck, and sheathing ceiling is expected to drive product demand over the forecast period.
In terms of revenue, packaging is projected to grow at a CAGR of 29.0% over the forecast period. The high level
of strength exhibited by these products coupled with low prices is boosting demand in this application segment.
Growing packaging industry in countries such as UK, Hong Kong, India, Canada, Thailand, Taiwan, U.S.,
Singapore, China, and Australia is likely to fuel the market growth over the forecast period.
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Regional Insights
In terms of volume, North America was the largest global market and accounted for over 55.0% in market share
owing to raw material availability and strong environmental regulations. The growing export from Canada is
expected to drive market growth over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific witnessed rapid growth in construction and packaged foods industry. The rising disposable income
coupled with urbanization in emerging economies is expected to have a positive impact on market demand for
oriented strand board.
Competitive Insights
The key players in the oriented strand board market are Huber, Norbord, Louisiana-Pacific, ARBEC, Georgia-
Pacific, Weyerhaeuser, RoyOMartin and Ainsworth Lumber Co. Home featuring material such as LP TechShield
Radiant Barrier Sheathing developed by Louisiana-Pacific was favored by The U.S. Green Building Council
(USGBC).