The most common wood product exported from the U.S. is hardwood lumber, which is in high demand globally.

Because hardwood timber is so in-demand in foreign markets, particularly for furniture, flooring, and cabinetry, it is the most often exported wood commodity from the United States. Hardwood species from the United States, like oak, maple, and cherry, are prized for their beauty, strength, and longevity. The U.S. economy greatly benefits from the export of hardwood lumber, especially in areas where forestry and wood processing are important businesses. Hardwood lumber continues to be the most popular product because of its extensive use in both home and foreign markets, even if other products including plywood, softwood logs, and completed furniture are also exported.