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Red Sandalwood (Pterocarpus Santalinus) from India, Exported the Right Way

Pterocarpus Santalinus, known worldwide as Red Sandalwood or Red Sanders, is prized for its deep red heartwood. Nitin Global Impex exports it from Hyderabad as logs, billets, chips and powder. We confirm the permits for your destination before we quote, and every shipment goes out with the documents it needs.

Product at a Glance

Product at a Glance

DetailInformation
Scientific namePterocarpus Santalinus
Common namesRed Sandalwood, Red Sanders, Red Saunders, Yerra Chandanam, Chenchandanam
Native regionEastern Ghats of southern India
Conservation statusEndangered
Valued partDeep red heartwood
Forms we exportLogs and billets, wood chips, powder
Export requirementValid permits and approvals, confirmed before we quote
Overview

A Rare Hardwood with Global Demand

Red Sandalwood (Pterocarpus Santalinus), known worldwide as Red Sandalwood or Red Sanders, grows naturally in the Eastern Ghats of southern India. Its dense, deep red heartwood makes it one of the most sought-after hardwoods in the world, and it is valued across several industries.

Uses

5 Best Uses of Red Sandalwood

Fine furniture

Its dense heartwood and rich red colour suit premium, long-lasting pieces.

Carving and craft

A favourite of artisans for detailed carved work and decorative objects.

Musical instruments

Valued for its density and deep colour in instrument making.

Cosmetics

Heartwood powder is used by cosmetic makers and in natural colour products.

Traditional medicine

Chips and powder are used by herbal and traditional medicine buyers.

Forms We Export

Forms We Export

Logs and Billets

Heartwood in log and billet form, sizes and grades agreed with you before the order is confirmed.

Wood Chips

Chips for herbal and traditional medicine buyers.

Powder

Heartwood powder for cosmetic and natural colour products.

A Regulated Product, Handled Properly, From the First Enquiry

Because Red Sandalwood is endangered and protected under Indian law and international CITES controls, every export must be backed by the right approvals. That is where we help. We confirm the permit requirements for your destination before we quote, and we prepare and manage the documentation for you. You know what is possible, and what is needed, from the very first reply, so your order moves forward with confidence.

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