In some countries trucks may carry a load of woodfuels back after delivering their goods. Transport of small quantities is normally considered to be for own use, so it circumvents the regulated trade channels. Woodfuel trade by professional traders has various forms. The transport to the market in a town can be done by a rural trader, who sells it directly to an urban trader or end-users. In other cases several intermediaries can be involved both in rural and in urban areas.
Some traders buy woodfuels from small producers and sell it to transporters.
Others traders buy from local sellers along roads. In larger cities there may be a network of wholesalers and retailers. Usually a permit will be needed for the transport. The permit has to be obtained in advance. It is usually issued by local authorities after inspection of the source and the amount of the wood.