In the first half of 2008, Chinas furniture exports were US13.0 billion, up 28.5% over the previous year. The growth rate increased by 60% compared with the previous year. In June 2008, exports amounted to US 2.0 billion, up 21.1% over the previous.
Although, Chinas furniture industry developed rapidly in recent year, Chinas furniture industry still existed many issues, including low value-added products, high manufacturing cost and more trade barriers. To solve those problems, the local forestry department should encourage companies to strengthen the research, implement the brand strategic, improve high value-added products and promote the whole level of industry. At the same time, companies should strengthen the quality control of raw materials and transportation cost, reduce the effect of trade barriers on export.