Research and Markets: Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing Industry in the U.S. And Its Foreign Trade [2009 Edition] Includes the Most Recent Information

DUBLIN, Ireland--(Business Wire)--
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has announced the addition of the "Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing
Industry in the U.S. and its Foreign Trade [2009 Edition]" report to their
offering.

The Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing Industry report is the most
comprehensive market research report available on this industry. With complete
2008 data and sophisticated forecasts for 2009, the report provides the most
updated data and analysis on the industry's key financial data, cost and
pricing, competitive landscape, industry structure, and trends and
opportunities.

This 160-page report includes the most recent information on the domestic
market, global market and overseas growth opportunities. This detailed
information resource, independently researched and supported by 10 years of
historical data, identifies best and worst case scenarios of today's pressing
challenges. While the breadth of coverage leaves no aspect of the industry
uncovered, the depth of analysis delves into granular macroeconomic data on
personal consumption, channel mix, government demand index, and pricing
fluctuation. Our Fortune 500 customers consider this report the most
comprehensive guide to the industry.

In this report, you will find industry data on the following major categories:

* Executive Summary
* Industry Income Statement
* Industry Balance Sheet
* Capital Expenditure
* Industry Cost Analysis
* Industry Pricing Analysis
* Industry Foreign Trade
* Industry Structure
* Competitive Landscape

(Please see the full table of contents for more details)

Executive Summary:

Definition & Classification

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing wood
pallets, wood box shook, wood boxes, other wood containers, and wood parts for
pallets and containers. This 6-digit NAICS industry (321920) is under the
hierarchy of Other Wood Product Manufacturing Industry Group (3219), Wood
Product Manufacturing Subsector (321), and the Manufacturing Sector (31-33). Its
SIC equivalent codes are: 2421 - Sawmills and Planing Mills, General (box lumber
made from purchased lumber); 2429 - Special Product Sawmills, Not Elsewhere
Classified (cooperage stock); 2441 - Nailed and Lock Corner Wood Boxes and
Shook; 2448 - Wood Pallets and Skids; 2449 - Wood Containers, NEC; and 2499 -
Wood Products, NEC (wood containers, such as noncoopered vats and reed or straw
baskets).

Revenue, Profitability & Foreign Trade Preview

The industry's revenue for the year 2008 was approximately $6.3 billion USD,
with an estimated gross profit of 21.31%. Import was valued at $.5 billion USD
from 71 countries. The industry also exported $254.5 million USD worth of
merchandise to 119 countries. Adding import value to and subtracting export
value from the industry's shipment value, the total domestic demand for the
industry in 2008 was $6.6 billion USD.

Report Summary

This 160-page report contains unparalleled research on this industry in breadth
and depth. With a macroeconomic perspective, the report provides a fresh and
comprehensive view of the industry. The report's supply and demand data covers
both U.S. shipments and international trade while taking into consideration of
the industry's capacity utilization. The industry level income statements,
balance sheets, and capital expenditure analysis contain all the elements needed
for financial benchmarking. In the cost analysis section, 45 upstream industries
are analyzed to offer insight into the supply chain cost structure. For the
channel and pricing structure, 117 downstream industries are analyzed. The
competitive landscape section provides the number of companies and their revenue
share within the industry, the market concentration, and a list of major
players. All related trade associations, industry standards, and trade
publications are also listed.

Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, manufacturers, international top
consulting firms, major retailers and wholesalers, professional trade
associations, financial corporations, universities, governmental entities,
start-ups and individuals. We are committed to providing the highest level of
quality to all our clients and assure your satisfaction in the report delivering
as promised.

Companies Mentioned:

This industry report includes detailed information on:

1. Industry's major players

2. Organizations that set standards for the industry

3. Government agencies that regulate and monitor policies related to the
industry

4. Trade associations, including educational institutions

5. Trade publications

6. Trade shows and organizers

7. Sources of the information

This information includes the name of the company or organization, a description
of the organization and how it is related to the industry, and a URL link to its
website.

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