Material Profile

• Botanical Name: Entandrophragma cylindricum

• Origin: Cameroon, Central Africa (precision-processed in Vietnam)

• Janka Hardness: 1,410 lbf (6,280 N)

• Core Characteristics: Distinctive interlocked grain, pronounced natural chatoyancy, high density, and superior structural stability

Specifications

• Cut / Grain: Quarter Cut (narrow, parallel ribbon stripe figure)

• Grade: PA Grade (architectural face quality, clear surface, uniform ribbon consistency)

• Thickness: 0.50 mm (standard architectural pressing thickness)

• Width: 100 mm+

• Length: 2.50 m+ (full-height architectural paneling & 8 ft door skins)

• Moisture Content: 8% – 12% (kiln-dried for export stability)

Compliance & Standards

• Log Grade: FAS Standard Selection (maximum usable clear yield per flitch)

• Traceability: Full Chain of Custody (CoC) certification from concession to export

• Sustainability: FSC Certified (LEED-compliant green building material)

• Legal Compliance: U.S. Lacey Act Certified

Aesthetics & Application

• Tone & Color: Lustrous golden-amber to rich reddish-brown that deepens elegantly with age

• Texture: Dynamic linear ribbon stripe with prominent iridescent light reflection (chatoyancy)

• Applications: High-end architectural millwork, luxury custom cabinetry, marine/yacht interiors, acoustic ceiling baffles, bespoke statement doors

• Direct FCL export supply by Kim Cu Thai. Flitch-matched sequencing and volume specifications available upon request.