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Ayous Wood — Ayous (Eyoum) Sawn Timber

Also known as: eyoum, abang.

Eyoun (Alstonia spp.) is a lightweight hardwood with a density of approximately 0.4–0.5 g/cm³, making it one of the lighter species in our African timber range. Its pale-colored wood and low durability place it among the "white woods" group, and its low density makes it easy to handle and work in applications where weight matters more than long-term resistance.

Because Eyoun is not a durable species, it is best suited to uses that do not demand prolonged exposure to weather, ground contact, or heavy loading. Typical applications include temporary construction, matchsticks, and pulpwood, where the wood's light weight and workability are the primary requirements.

About Ayous (Eyoum)

Eyoun, also known by its botanical name Alstonia spp., is one of the lightest commercial timber species we supply from West and Central Africa. Sourced through our integrated network of Chinese-invested timber factories across the continent, Eyoun round logs are procured and shipped to markets including China, Vietnam, India, and the Middle East.

For buyers who need a pale, lightweight wood in volume, Eyoun offers a practical and cost-efficient option.What sets Eyoun apart is its weight. With a density of roughly 0.4 to 0.5 grams per cubic centimeter, it is among the lightest woods in our range, comparable in weight class to Okume and Ayous.

This low density makes Eyoun easy to handle, transport, and process. It is pale-colored, which suits applications where a clean, light appearance matters or where the wood will be painted, coated, or finished.

Buyers should note that Eyoun has low natural durability. It is not a species for exposed structural use, ground contact, or marine environments.

Key parameters

Density ~0.4–0.5 g/cm³
Pale-colored, lightweight
Low durability

Common uses

Temporary construction, matchsticks, pulpwood

Trade terms for every order

MOQSawn timber: from 1 x 40' container. Logs & square timber: from 5 containers for selected species. Trial orders welcome when minimum shipping quantity is met.
DryingAir dried (AD) or kiln dried (KD). KD moisture content is set per species, thickness and order requirement.
Grades & sizesFAS or commercially agreed grades; thickness, width, length and tolerances per contract.
Trade termsFOB or CFR quotations. CIF currently not offered; door delivery not provided.
PaymentT/T — 30% deposit, 70% against copy of B/L and agreed documents. At-sight L/C accepted; usance L/C assessed case by case.
Lead timeStock orders ship promptly after payment and booking confirmation; production orders typically 1-2 months depending on species, sawing and drying schedule.
Pre-shipment proofActual cargo photos, video and stuffing documents provided before shipment so you verify exactly what loads.
Export documentsComplete document set per shipment: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, phytosanitary certificate, CITES permit for regulated species, and detailed packing list.
Anna Liu, General Manager — Export at SHD WOOD
Anna LiuGeneral Manager — Export · SHD WOODUsually replies within 24h on business days
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Send your specification and we come back with FOB/CFR pricing, current stock status and cargo photos of what we can load for you.

  • Mill-direct pricing — supplied from our invested African sawmills and partner network
  • Cargo photos, video and stuffing documents before you pay the balance
  • Sawn timber MOQ from 1 container; mixed specifications on request
  • Full export paperwork: B/L, Certificate of Origin, phytosanitary certificate, CITES permit (regulated species), packing list
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