How to correctly distinguish genuine from fake Sapele wood?

apele wood, scientifically known as Entandrophragma cylindricum, is widely used in furniture making and decorative panels due to its beautiful grain and excellent quality. The market demand for it is strong. However, some unscrupulous merchants, in pursuit of profits, pass off similar woods as sapele, making it difficult for consumers to distinguish. By mastering the following identification methods, you can effectively avoid purchasing counterfeit or inferior wood.

mussivi: The "Best Value Choice" Among African Hardwoods - Analysis of Its Advantages, Disadvantages and Grades

In the solid wood market, "mussivi" has attracted much attention due to its unique grain and affordable price. This hardwood, native to places like Gabon and Mozambique in Africa, is scientifically known as "Dalbergia sapitana". It is called "mussivi" because of its appearance similar to high-end rosewood. It has become a popular choice for mid-to-high-end wood products not only because of its appearance and performance but also due to its material characteristics and resource availability,

A license to ensure smooth passage of timber? This African country has made it happen!

On August 15, 2025, Ghana's Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) licensing system was successfully launched, making it the first African country to issue such licenses and the second in the world after Indonesia.

How much furniture can be made from one ton of rosewood?

Where does the remaining 1,400 jin go? Zhou Lusheng, an expert on Ming and Qing furniture, once proposed his own calculation of the yield rate of rosewood: after drying, 15% of the weight is lost due to water evaporation;

The current situation of the three major timber-producing countries in Africa (such as Cameroon)

Persistent heavy rain has hindered the maintenance of key roads such as Sangmelima, causing delays of up to 48 hours in the transportation of red soil roads. This has directly led to a backlog of 75% of the wood loading tasks at the Douala Port. The shortage of logs has forced three major sawmills to relocate and switch production

Report on the Timber Industry in the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville)

On February 6th, AD Ports Group and CMA CGM signed a shareholder agreement to establish a joint venture to develop, manage and operate the New East Mole Multipurpose Terminal at Pointe Noire Port in the Republic of the Congo. The terminal is expected to drive an average annual growth of 3% to 5% in container volume in the Republic of the Congo and help it better integrate into the global trade network.

Is Africa's timber export being "strangled"?

According to the International Tropical Timber Organization, the African timber industry is currently facing multiple pressures, mainly due to weak demand from traditional markets such as Europe and China, as well as the complication of local export procedures.

Cameroon's timber exports face strict control measures

It is reported that Cameroon is entering a new stage in its timber industry, and the authorities are fully implementing forestry and financial regulations. This means that every step from preparing production documents to obtaining export licenses must strictly comply with legal regulations to ensure the authenticity and accuracy of information.

Cameroon: Forest-friendly products enjoy 20% export tax reduction

It is reported that starting from January 1, 2025, Cameroon will implement a 20% reduction in export taxes on specific certified "zero deforestation" products such as cocoa, rubber, and logs. This policy will only apply to products holding certificates issued by relevant technical departments to ensure that these products meet anti-deforestation standards.

Hong Kong Puhui Trade: Connecting Global Wood Resources and Supporting Industrial Development

Hong Kong Puhui Trading Co., Ltd., with its comprehensive capabilities in global timber procurement, processing, sales, and supply chain services, has become an important bridge connecting global timber resources with the demands of various industries.