WoodwoodHardwood
Rosewood (East Indian)
Dense tropical hardwood with a strong figure and high value. Used for instrument backs and sides, inlay work and premium furniture. Trade is restricted under CITES.
Properties
- Family
- Wood
- Category
- wood
- Species
- Dalbergia latifolia
- Density
- 0.85 g/cm³ · 850 kg/m³
Applicationswhere rosewood (east indian) is normally specified
Musical instrumentsInlayPremium furnitureTurning
Practical notes
- Density is for air-dried stock at about 12% moisture content
- CITES-listed — movement across borders needs documentation