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The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) is the leading international trade association for the U.S. hardwood industry, representing hardwood exporters and major U.S. hardwood product trade associations. With a global network of offices serving key international markets, AHEC promotes the full range of American hardwood species and products—providing technical guidance, market insights, and creative inspiration to architects, designers, manufacturers, and specifiers worldwide.

Through education, collaboration, and advocacy, AHEC champions the environmental credentials of American hardwoods and supports their use in sustainable design and manufacturing. By offering reliable resources and verified data on performance, legality, and life-cycle impact, AHEC plays a vital role in growing the global appreciation of responsibly sourced American hardwood.

why it matters to our customers

Partnering with AHEC means our customers can trust that every piece of American hardwood we supply meets the highest standards of legality, traceability, and environmental integrity. With access to tools such as the American Hardwood Environmental Profile (AHEP), we can deliver transparent data on the sustainability and impact of U.S. hardwoods—empowering you to make informed, responsible choices for your next project.