| Scientific Name | Khaya ivorensis |
| Common Names | akuk, bandoro, eri kiree, undianunu, oganwo |
| Market Source | Available from quality hardwood speciality distributors |
| Properties | African Mahogany has medium crushing strength and low bending strength and shock resistance. It is generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It has interlocked grain and can be prone to tearing when planed. Avoid ferrous fasteners can lead to iron staining |
| Grows | Tropical areas of West, Central and East Africa, averages 110-140ft and 6' in diameter |
| Color Specifications | African Mahogany is usally light pinkish-brown when freshly cut, darkening with exposure to light and air to a deep reddish color. |
| Grade | NHLA Standard Grading Rules |
| Health risks to consider | Dermatitis, especially of the face forearms and back of hands: respiratory problems during machining |
| Alternatives | True (Honduran) Mahogany, Santos Mahogany |
| Shipping Weight | 33#ft3 or 2.75#/board foot or 2750#/mbf |
| Specific Gravity | .53 |
| Compressive Strength | N/A |
| Janka Hardness | (Pounds-force) 830 |
Mahogany, African
