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The timber is fairly hard and fairly heavy with a density of 480-835 kg/m3 air dry. The timber is classified under Light Hardwood in Malaysia. The timber is moderately durable under exposed conditions. Texture is rather fine and even, with shallowly interlocked grain. The timber falls into Strength Group D. It is easy to resaw and cross-cut. Planing is also easy and the planed surface is smooth. The nailing property is rated as poor. The timber seasons fairly slowly, with very minor defects. Slight cupping, bowing and staining have been noted during drying. 13 mm thick boards take approximately 3 months to air dry, while 38 mm thick boards take approximately 4.5 months. Shrinkage is rather high, with radial shrinkage averaging 2% and tangential shrinkage averaging 3.4%.
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