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WORLD OF WOOD


Use this website to learn more about IWPA’s programs and the positive role industry plays in supporting sustainable forest management in our world's great forests. You can also search for certain species or products with the assurance that the imported wood products provided by IWPA members meet your environmental and quality specifications. U.S. manufacturers, distributors and consumers are increasingly turning to imported wood as complementary for their domestic production, and this website is a celebration for the many uses and designs these imported species and products make possible. 

IWPA Annual Convention
World of Wood
March 25-27, 2009

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World of Wood 2009
Miramonte Resort & Spa
Indian Wells, California

Buying. Selling. Surviving.

IWPA's 53rd Annual Convention, March 25-27, 2009, is the "Can't Miss Event" for 2009 as it once again brings together nearly 250 delegates from 25 countries to learn, network, and conduct business in hardwoods and softwoods.

IWPA Releases Due Diligence Packet for Members

To maintain the highest standards and protections for its members in sourcing and trading imported wood products IWPA releases voluntary due diligence guidelines and resources for members. IWPA supports the ultimate goals of the regulations – to eliminate illegal logging and improve the environmental health aspects of composite wood products. Read more here

IWPA continues to receive questions regarding the implementation of the CARB regulation. IWPA's updates and CARB FAQ's on what importers need to know here. 

New List of CARB Certified Mills

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has released the initial list of mills producing CARB compliant composite wood panels.
The list was developed in cooperation with CARB approved Third Party Certifier and is for informational purposes only. Visit here for th
e list of certified mills.

Online Information on Lacey

The United States Department of Agriculture has created a Website dedicated to providing the latest information on implementation of the new Lacey Act amendments. Visit the new website here

Top Accessed Resources

International Trade Commission (ITC) Releases Final Report:
Wood Flooring and Hardwood Plywood: Competitive Conditions Affecting U.S. Industries. Read Full Report.  

 

 


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