South Africa: Update on the South African Lumber Industry

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South Africa is a promising market for United States wood and wood products. The purpose of this GAIN report is to provide further information on the South African forest industry, and market access issues such as customs duties and regulations that are of relevance to United States exporters.

South Africa: Update on the South African Lumber Industry

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