# Paraguay-Japan eucalyptus wood trade initiative > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/paraguay-japan-eucalyptus-wood-trade-initiative > Updated: 2026-09-14T15:06:50.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Paraguay is pursuing certification to export Eucalyptus grandis to the Japanese construction market. The initiative aims to have the species included in the Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS) list, which would grant access to a market consuming significant quantities of wood annually. Initial efforts involved technical tests and meetings led by the Japanese firm Innosho Forestry to study the Paraguayan forestry sector. Rediex Vice Minister Eduardo Gustale indicated that JAS certification could promote industrialization and value addition for Paraguayan exports. Subsequent developments show the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) and the Paraguayan Timber Federation (Fepama) preparing a test shipment to secure the certification. Experts at Expo Madera 2026 highlighted the wood’s potential as a competitive alternative due to its structural resistance and pest resistance. The expansion strategy emphasizes meeting strict Japanese requirements for traceability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: Paraguay seeks Japanese market entry for eucalyptus wood Paraguay aims to enter the Japanese construction market by seeking JAS certification for its eucalyptus wood, highlighting its structural resistance and low moisture levels. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paraguay-seeks-japanese-market-entry-for-eucalyptus-wood ### 2026-09-11: Paraguayan Eucalyptus grandis seeks entry into Japanese market Paraguayan Eucalyptus grandis is seeking JAS certification to enter the Japanese construction market, a move supported by Innosho Forestry to boost local timber exports. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paraguayan-eucalyptus-grandis-seeks-entry-into-japanese-market --- Cite as: Paraguay-Japan eucalyptus wood trade initiative. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/paraguay-japan-eucalyptus-wood-trade-initiative