# BOISE CASCADE Co (BCC) — capital_return/buyback_authorization [announced]
Source: SEC API (secapi.ai) · situation sit_67cfa0d7ae40a171de7c · retrieved 2026-08-11T15:53:22.519Z

## Overview
Boise Cascade is one of the largest U.S. wholesale distributors of building materials and a leading manufacturer of engineered wood products and plywood in North America, operating more than 60 distribution and manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada.

Boise Cascade's Building Materials Distribution subsidiary entered into a distribution agreement with James Hardie Building Products, Inc. (and its affiliates), effective July 31, 2026, to become the sole full-line national distributor of James Hardie's complete portfolio of exterior building products, including Hardie® siding and trim, AZEK® Exteriors, and TimberTech® decking and railing. The initial term runs for 10 years from the effective date. Under the agreement, Boise Cascade will transition away from competing siding, trim, and exterior moulding products, while James Hardie will consolidate its distribution network and designate Boise Cascade as its sole nationwide distribution partner. The agreement provides for various incentives and support payments from James Hardie to Boise Cascade to mitigate the financial impact of the transition.

## Terms
- Counterparty: James Hardie Building Products, Inc.

## Key dates
- Announced 2026-08-03

## Timeline
- 2026-08-03 · 8-K (0001328581-26-000025): 8-K - BOISE CASCADE Co — *Boise Cascade is one of the largest U.S. wholesale distributors of building materials and a leading manufacturer of engineered wood products and plywood in North America, operating more than 60 distribution and manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada.* Boise Cascade's Building Materials Distribution subsidiary entered into a distribution agreement with James Hardie Building Products, Inc. (and its affiliates), effective July 31, 2026, to become the sole full-line national distributor of James Hardie's complete portfolio of exterior building products, including Hardie® siding and trim, AZEK® Exteriors, and TimberTech® decking and railing. The initial term runs for 10 years from the effective date. Under the agreement, Boise Cascade will transition away from competing siding, trim, and exterior moulding products, while James Hardie will consolidate its distribution network and designate Boise Cascade as its sole nationwide distribution partner. The agreement provides for various incentives and support payments from James Hardie to Boise Cascade to mitigate the financial impact of the transition.
  https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1328581/0001328581-26-000025.txt

## Citations
- 0001328581-26-000025 — https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?action=getcompany&type=&dateb=&owner=include&count=40&search_text=000132858126000025