Difference between revisions of "Balsa Wood"

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A wood lighter than cork from Central and South America.
 
A wood lighter than cork from Central and South America.
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Easily damaged by crushing or wetting. Should not be overstowed with heavy goods and kept away from those which are moist or oily.<br>
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Easily damaged by crushing or wetting. Should not be overstowed with heavy goods and kept away from those which are moist or oily.<br><br>
 
<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>
 
<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>
 
[[Category:Forest products]]
 
[[Category:Forest products]]
 
[[Category:Products]]
 
[[Category:Products]]

Revision as of 22:13, 13 March 2012

Infobox on Balsa Wood
Example of Balsa Wood
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Facts
Origin This table shows only a selection of the most important countries of origin and should not be thought of as exhaustive.
Stowage factor (in m3/t) - m³/t
Humidity / moisture
  • Relative humidity: %
  • Water content: %
  • Maximum equilibrium moisture content: %
Ventilation -
Risk factors -

Balsa Wood

Description

A wood lighter than cork from Central and South America.

Easily damaged by crushing or wetting. Should not be overstowed with heavy goods and kept away from those which are moist or oily.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.