Teak
Teak traded as a timber commodity, by dimension and documentation.
01 — Overview
Teak is bought on dimension, grade, moisture and legality. Importers work to tolerances, cutting lists and container plans, and the paperwork that travels with a consignment matters as much as the timber itself.
We treat teak as a timber commodity rather than a finished product: the requirement is defined in measurable terms, the sourcing route is assessed against it, and the legal and shipping documentation is coordinated so the consignment clears cleanly at destination.
02 — Built for
The specification and documentation set differ by buyer type. This platform is structured to serve:
- Timber importers
- Sawmills and re-manufacturers
- Joinery and furniture manufacturers
- Timber distributors
- Project buyers
03 — Sourcing
Requirements are assessed by form, dimension and volume, and matched against sourcing routes able to supply a legally documented consignment.
04 — Quality
Measurement, grading and moisture verification are coordinated before loading, with inspection arranged independently where a buyer requires it.
05 — Indicative specifications
Reference parameters only. These are the standards this commodity is commonly traded against internationally — not stock in hand, not an offer, and not a statement of what is currently available. Grades, exact specification and availability are confirmed per enquiry.
| Parameter | Typical market reference | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Forms traded | Round logs, squares and sawn timber (scantlings, boards). | — |
| Dimension | Specified as thickness × width × length against a cutting list; sawn lengths commonly 1.8–4.0 m. | — |
| Moisture | Air-dried commonly 15–20%; kiln-dried commonly 8–12%, set by end use. | — |
| Grade | Visual grading against the buyer's stated standard — FEQ (First European Quality) and A / B / C grade conventions are the common reference. | — |
| Legality documentation | Transit permits, origin declaration and chain of ownership travel with the consignment; the destination market sets what is required. | — |
Specifications, grades, packing formats and commercial terms for teak are confirmed against each enquiry. Send the requirement in writing and we will respond with what can be sourced against it.
Enquire about teak.
Tell us what you are looking for in teak and how to reach you. We will come back with a clear view of whether and how it can be sourced.