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ABURA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.600
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11020
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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ACAJOU D'AFRIQUE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.570
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11820
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
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AFRORMOSIA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.740
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13140
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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AIELE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.490
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10490
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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ALEP
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.050
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
23390
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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ANDIRA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.860
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
20170
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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ANDOUNG
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.590
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14010
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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ANGELIM
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
20870
Color:
Orange - yellow
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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ANGELIM VERMELHO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.070
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
26280
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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ANGUEUK
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.880
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15610
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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ANIEGRE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.570
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13690
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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AWOURA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.770
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17840
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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AYOUS
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.380
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
7260
Color:
Light yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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AZOBE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.060
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21420
Color:
Dark red
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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BALAU RED
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.870
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16670
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Moderately stable
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BALAU YELLOW
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.910
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
22940
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Moderately stable
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BALSA
Uses:
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.140
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
5140
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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BASRALOCUS
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.790
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18350
Color:
Brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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BETE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.660
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13620
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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BILINGA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.760
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14660
Color:
Orange - yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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BODIOA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.890
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
20290
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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BOSSE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.630
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
12650
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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BUBINGA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.920
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
20180
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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CAMBARA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.600
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15520
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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CEDRO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.460
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
9210
Color:
Brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Stable
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CONGOTALI
Uses:
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.100
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
26700
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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CUMARU
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.070
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
26610
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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CURUPIXA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.750
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17300
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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DIBETOU
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.530
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10460
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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DOUSSIE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17020
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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EKABA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.620
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13760
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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ESSIA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
12 870
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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EUCALYPTUS GRANDIS
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.650
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15200
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America, Asia, Oceania
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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EVEUSS
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.060
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
25620
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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EYONG
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.740
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17110
Color:
Light yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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EYOUM
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.940
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
22 700
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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FARO
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.550
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
9550
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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FAVA AMARGOSA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.750
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
19500
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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FRAMIRE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.500
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11350
Color:
Yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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FREIJO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.580
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17270
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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FUMA
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.320
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
5130
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
Africa, South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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GARAPA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.790
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15880
Color:
Orange - yellow
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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GOMBE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.640
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13940
Color:
Orange - yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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HEVEA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.650
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11760
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
Africa, South America, Asia
Stability:
Poorly stable
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IATANDZA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.600
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13 000
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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IGAGANGA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.610
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13060
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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ILOMBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.490
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10130
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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IPE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.040
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
22760
Color:
Brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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IROKO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.640
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
12840
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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ITAUBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.860
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21020
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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JARRAH
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.820
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
20090
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Oceania
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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JATOBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.940
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
23460
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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KANDA
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.700
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10 060
Color:
Creamy white
Stability:
Stable
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KAPUR
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.740
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16150
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Stable
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KEMPAS
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.880
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
23000
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Asia, Oceania
Stability:
Stable
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KERUING
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.790
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16610
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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KOSIPO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.690
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11190
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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KOTIBE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.760
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13020
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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KOTO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.590
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13140
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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LATI
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.820
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16 830
Color:
Creamy white
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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LAUAN RED
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.650
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13290
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Moderately stable
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LIMBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.540
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11750
Color:
Light yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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LIMBALI
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.810
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18 010
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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LONGHI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.750
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18490
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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LOTAFA
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.840
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18 670
Color:
Creamy white
Stability:
Moderately stable
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LOURO VERMELHO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.660
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14170
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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MAÇARANDUBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.100
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
24410
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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MAKORE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.690
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13850
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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MANDIOQUEIRA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.740
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
19400
Color:
Pinkish brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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MARUPA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.410
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10070
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Stable
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MENGKULANG
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.680
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14450
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Moderately stable
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MERANTI DARK RED
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.680
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13020
Color:
Dark red
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Stable
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MERANTI LIGHT RED
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.500
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13620
Color:
Light red
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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MERBAU
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.830
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15440
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa, Asia, Oceania
Stability:
Stable
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MOABI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.870
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21040
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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MOVINGUI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.730
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14740
Color:
Yellow
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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MUIRACATIARA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16500
Color:
Dark brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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MUKULUNGU
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.940
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17060
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable
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NIANGON
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.700
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14430
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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NIOVE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.880
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18510
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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OKAN
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.910
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
22260
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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OKOUME
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.440
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
9690
Color:
Light red
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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OSANGA
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14 100
Color:
Creamy white
Stability:
Moderately stable
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OVENGKOL
Uses:
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.820
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21470
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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OZIGO
Uses:
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.590
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13820
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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PADOUK d'AFRIQUE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.790
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
15870
Color:
Red
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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PAO ROSA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
1.020
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21290
Color:
Light red
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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PAU AMARELO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.810
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
19460
Color:
Yellow
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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PAU ROXO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.870
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21250
Color:
Purple
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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PIQUIARANA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17640
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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QUARUBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.520
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
11980
Color:
Pinkish white
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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RAMIN
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.660
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
19020
Color:
Light yellow
Origin:
Asia, Oceania
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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SAFUKALA
Uses:
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.680
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
16 090
Color:
Creamy white
Stability:
Moderately stable
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SAPELLI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.690
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13960
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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SERAYA WHITE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.620
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
12370
Color:
Pinkish white
Origin:
Asia
Stability:
Poorly stable
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SIPO
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.620
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13240
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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SUCUPIRA PRETA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.910
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
22300
Color:
Dark brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable - Moderately stable
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TALI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.910
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
19490
Color:
Brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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TATAJUBA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.800
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21490
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Stable
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TAUARI
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.620
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
14500
Color:
Creamy white
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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TECK
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Outdoor equipment - recreation
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 3.1
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.670
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 2
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
13740
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa, South America, Asia
Stability:
Stable
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TIAMA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.550
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 3
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10980
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable - Stable
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TOLA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.520
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
10920
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Stable
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VIROLA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 5 - not durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.520
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
12430
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Poorly stable
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WALLABA
Uses:
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Industrial usage and heavy work
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 4
Class of resistance:
Class 1 - very durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.880
Resistance to marin borer:
Yes - covers end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18450
Color:
Red brown
Origin:
South America
Stability:
Moderately stable
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WENGE
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Exterior joinery (building facade)
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Class of resistance:
Class 2 - durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.870
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
21050
Color:
Dark brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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ZINGANA
Uses:
  • Structures and panels
  • Carpentry and interior fittings
  • Shipbuilding
  • Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 2
Class of resistance:
Class 3 - moderately durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.790
Resistance to marin borer:
No- cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
Registration annex 1
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
17520
Color:
Light brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
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Nomenclature générale des bois tropicaux - 7ème édition - 2016

Nomenclature générale des bois tropicaux

For 60 years, ATIBT has established and updated a nomenclature of tropical woods corresponding to each botanical species with an internationally recognized pilot name.

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