AHEC is the leading international trade association for the American hardwood industry, representing companies and trade associations engaged in the export of a full range of U.S. hardwood products, including – lumber, veneer, plywood, flooring, moulding and dimension materials. American hardwoods derive from sustainably managed forests in the United States. American hardwoods can be used for a wide range of applications and offer a huge diversity of colour and character. Examples are: interior and exterior joinery, furniture, and flooring.

AHEC provides the global hardwood industry importers, specifiers and end-users with promotional assistance, technical information and sources of supply for American hardwoods from its offices located in Europe, Mexico, Japan, Hong Kong and Shanghai to serve the needs of the global community.

AHEC has played a major role in the WMF in supporting shows such as Plan Expo and Woodspec A Guide to Designing, Detailing and Specifying Timber in Ireland.