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Fromager

Ceiba pentandra · FDA code CEI · Mixed Species

Lumber — indicative colour & grain
Tree — photo to be added
Standing tree (photo to be added)

About the wood

Ceiba (Fromager) — very light, pale, fast-grown wood for plywood core, packaging and light interior use.

320 kg/m³Air-dry density (12% MC)
Class 5 — non-durableNatural durability
Straight, coarseGrain / texture

Typical uses

  • Plywood core & blockboard
  • Packaging & pallets
  • Light construction (interior)
  • Model making
  • Insulation panels

Working properties

Easy

Technical values are reference figures for the species/genus and may vary by individual log. Technical data from The Liberia Tree Species Manual and standard timber references. Stock subject to SGS inspection and prior sale.