Overview
Okoume-faced or all-Okoume: choose the full construction
Okoume-faced plywood has Okoume outer veneers over a selected core. All-Okoume uses Okoume in every veneer layer. CUZI supplies both in 3–30 mm, with BB/CC or C/D faces and E0/E1 emission options.
The face gives the visible wood appearance. Core species, lay-up, thickness and moisture condition determine the panel’s weight and machining behaviour. Compare the complete panel when choosing a core.
Four constructions to compare
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| Construction | Panel specification | Sample request |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar core | Okoume face/back with poplar inner veneers. Select thickness, face grade and bond for the part. | Okoume / poplar |
| Birch core | Okoume face/back with birch inner veneers. Compare the cut edge and joint with your hardware. | Okoume / birch |
| Eucalyptus core | Okoume face/back with eucalyptus inner veneers. Compare the proposed construction at the same dimensions. | Okoume / eucalyptus |
| All-Okoume | Okoume in every veneer layer. Include weight, machining and marine-grade requirements where relevant. | All-Okoume sample |
For boat components, use the separately specified marine plywood constructions and SGS report. The Okoume species name alone does not establish a marine grade.
Applications
Choose for visible furniture, portable parts or covered panels
For clear-finished furniture, compare both viewing faces and the edge. For a movable component, compare the assembled weight. For a covered or machined part, check the recess, joint and surface preparation.
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| Component route | What the working sample should include | Start with the actual detail |
|---|---|---|
| Visible furniture / joinery | Chosen face/back range, actual coating/sheen, adjoining materials and edging. Include both viewing sides, door-open interiors and the fitted corner. | Keep the same construction and finish together. Request a finished face-edge trial |
| Portable enclosure / fitted interior | Equivalent blanks and final dimensions, joints, hardware, finish and any support; measured completed mass and your handling requirement. | Compare the assembled component against the weight target. Request a component-weight trial |
| Covered / machined part | Offered veneer gauges and surface preparation, actual covering/adhesive, groove or hinge recess, banded edge and measured finished fit. | Run your planned workshop sequence on the panel. Request a machined covered-part trial |
Specifications
Supply specifications
Regular sizes mm · width × length
On request
Other sheet sizes and cut-to-size panels on request.
| Nominal thickness | 3–30 mmDiscuss finished thickness and tolerances → |
|---|---|
| Core / substrate | Poplar, birch or eucalyptus; all-Okoume construction available |
| Face / back grade | BB/CC; C/D |
| Emission grade | E1; E0Formaldehyde emission grade. Compare grades, test methods and report values → |
Details for your application
Panel construction and finishing
| Okoume construction | Okoume outer veneers with poplar, birch or eucalyptus cores, or all-Okoume veneer construction, identified by item. |
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| Thickness & grade | 3–30 mm with BB/CC or C/D face/back selection; lay-up, bond, tolerances and visible-side appearance included in the quotation. |
| Emission options | E0 or E1, with the destination and required test method or supporting product documents requested for the item. |
| Weight & component | Panel or sample weight measured for the selected dimensions and condition; complete assembly compared with fittings, finish and any added support. |
| Finish & repeat | Actual face-edge finish, joint trial, retained construction description and item codes for subsequent orders. |
Panel dimensions, grades and machining requirements
Choose 3–30 mm nominal thickness and the full core construction. Specify finished tolerances for joints or hardware, and face veneer thickness for sanding or machining. Keep E0/E1 with the required emission method and destination.
- Thickness
- 3–30 mm nominal thickness. State the required finished dimensions and tolerances for joints, recesses and hardware.
- Construction
- Okoume faces with poplar, birch or eucalyptus cores, or all-Okoume construction. Specify the lay-up and bond for the selected use.
- Face & finish
- BB/CC or C/D grades. Identify the viewing sides, colour and repair range, face veneer thickness and intended coating or covering.
- Emission options
- E0 or E1. Add the destination and required test method or product-document request to the item specification.
- Weight & assembly
- Target sheet or finished-component weight, comparison dimensions and condition, joints, edging and actual hardware.
- Quantity & cutting
- Sheet formats, component dimensions, grain direction, quantities and separate codes for the selected core constructions.
Use the finished-thickness measurement plan with the part drawing.
Configuration
Select the face grade and a measurable weight target
Choose BB/CC or C/D for the required face and reverse appearance. Compare core alternatives at the same size, thickness and conditioning. For a handled component, set the weight limit for the complete assembly, including hardware and finish.
Weight calculation: sheet mass in kg = length in m × width in m × thickness in m × density in kg/m³. A measured sample also gives kg/m² for the same construction and thickness.
Put the grade code beside the real face range.
The grade pair describes the requested face/back appearance. Keep its grading basis and physical finish reference alongside the separately specified inner construction, bond and product performance.
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| Face / back option | Agree the actual appearance range | Try the intended finish |
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| BB / CC | BB face and CC back requested with their grading basis, permitted repairs/joints and colour range. Identify fronts, open interiors and exposed edges on the drawing. | Review the physical face/back range under the actual coating. Request a BB/CC appearance trial |
| C / D | C face and D back requested. Set the acceptable features and preparation on each position, including covered surfaces and reverse faces that remain visible. | Trial the covering, edge and assembly with the chosen range. Request a C/D component trial |
Weight calculation and portable-enclosure example
For a portable enclosure, compare Okoume-faced core alternatives and all-Okoume against the same drawing. Make the corner joint and lid fixing, then weigh the completed enclosure with edging, finish, hinges and support. Select the construction that meets both the weight target and the component’s fitting and service requirements.
Compare calculated sheet weight and measured part weight.
Calculation example: if an 18 mm, 300 × 300 mm sample weighs 0.90 kg, its area mass is 0.90 ÷ 0.09 = 10.0 kg/m². A 1220 × 2440 mm sheet of the same construction, thickness and condition is estimated at 10.0 × 1.22 × 2.44 = 29.768 kg, or about 29.8 kg.
This example explains the calculation; 29.8 kg is not a weight specification for every Okoume sheet. Use the actual measured sample and weigh the full sheet when a limit matters.
Discuss your weight targetDocuments
Construction, measured weight and emission documents
Request data for the selected core and thickness. A measured weight needs the panel dimensions and moisture or conditioning information. Emission results need the test method and material identity as well as the E0/E1 label.
Detailed requests: full lay-up, measured weight and E0/E1
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| Information | What the proposed item file should contain | Request that information |
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| Face / full lay-up | Okoume face/back and named core, or all-Okoume; species and gauges by layer, grade/basis/appearance range, preparation, bond and finished dimensions. | Use the actual model and cut sample reference. Request the complete veneer schedule |
| Measured weight | Sample/sheet identity and dimensions, measured mass, gauge, lay-up, conditioning/moisture record and weighing method. Separate calculated sheet estimates and measured assembled-part mass. | Keep the same comparison condition and component drawing. Request matched weight information |
| E0 option | Selected E0 model/construction with the required emission method, conditions and supporting results. Include destination and any separately specified finished-article requirement. | Name the method and covered material scope. Request E0 Okoume information |
| E1 option | Selected E1 model/construction, relevant method/conditions/results and matched item/lot reference; keep the finished assembly’s materials and requirements on the project brief. | Compare the information with your destination requirement. Request E1 Okoume information |
Use the cut-core inspection guide for the sample edge. For a boat component, review the marine product documents.
Product data & reports to request
Request a technical data sheet covering:Face/back grade, core species and lay-up, bond, thickness tolerance and the agreed surface finish.Include these specification details:- Face and core species, ply layout, face veneer thickness and the reverse-face description.
- Nominal thickness, tolerances, bond requirement and the applicable emission information.
- Measured weight and conditioning where requested, component-trial record and retained finish reference.
Company documents to view
FSC chain of custody Wood panels · purchase & salesISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Management systems · stated sales activitiesEN 13986 plywood document Non-structural scope · listed modelsView our company certificates alongside the technical data for your selected panel.Furniture & interior panels: what to match
- Technical data
- Face/back grade, core species and lay-up, bond, thickness tolerance and the agreed surface finish.
- Emissions
- For covered hardwood plywood entering the US, request TSCA Title VI certification or applicable exemption documentation, with producer and product identification. For other markets, specify the required emission class and test method. For European furniture and wood-based articles, include the applicable REACH Entry 77 / Appendix 14 emission requirements.
- Sample match
- Connect the data sheet and reports to the proposed construction, thickness and sample reference.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Ordering information
- Minimum order
- 1 container
- Production time
- 7–15 days
- Samples
- Free samples
- Delivery terms
- FOB Qingdao / Lianyungang
USD 265–520 / m³ FOB Qingdao / Lianyungang
CUZI · Available to order · Raw materials in stock
Made to order · Production: 7–15 days · Warranty: 180 days
Container shipping by sea. Custom specifications and sizes available; ocean freight quoted separately.
Sample freight & order notes
- Minimum order: Mixed loads available.
- Production time: Made to your order; sea transit is additional.
- Samples: Buyer pays freight; full credit on a formal order.
- Delivery terms: Container shipping by sea.
Quality & trial
Trial the joint, finish and completed weight
Request a full-thickness sample in the selected core and face grade. Cut the planned joint or hinge recess, fit the hardware and apply the intended edge and surface finish. Compare appearance, fitted dimensions and assembled weight before choosing the production item.
Request an Okoume samplePanel weight and finished-component checklist
| Check | Record during evaluation |
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| Face & lay-up | Okoume face with the named core or all-Okoume, ply layout, face/back grade and usable face thickness. |
| Panel dimensions | Selected 3–30 mm thickness, measured length/width/thickness, tolerances, bond and emission option. |
| Panel weight | Measured sample or sheet mass, equivalent dimensions, moisture/conditioning and weighing method. |
| Joint & fittings | Machining setup, cut-core observations, joint fit, actual hardware and any added support. |
| Face-edge finish | Preparation, coating or covering, actual edging, colour/repair range and retained finished sample. |
| Complete component | Assembled dimensions and weight, hardware/finish/support included, handling result and selected item reference. |
FAQ
Common buying questions
What is the difference between Okoume-faced and all-Okoume plywood?
Okoume-faced plywood has Okoume outer veneers with poplar, birch or eucalyptus inner construction. All-Okoume uses Okoume throughout the layers. State the construction on your order and compare full-thickness samples for the edge, finish and joint you need.
Which thicknesses and grades can I order?
The range is 3–30 mm, with BB/CC or C/D face/back grades and E0/E1 emission options. Include thickness tolerance, bond and any face veneer thickness needed for sanding or machining. View the supply specifications.
Which sheet sizes are available?
Regular formats are 1220 × 2440, 1250 × 2500 and 1525 × 3050 mm. Request 1220 × 3050, 1250 × 3660 mm or other sizes for your cutting layout. Add grain direction and part quantities for cut-to-size work.
Can I buy Okoume marine plywood?
Yes. CUZI offers Okoume-faced and all-Okoume marine plywood constructions. Send your boat application, marine standard, thickness and required construction. The marine plywood page offers Okoume-faced and all-Okoume choices and the 18 mm SGS report. The marine designation and bond are specified alongside the veneer species.
How much does an Okoume plywood sheet weigh?
Sheet weight equals length × width × thickness × density, using metres and kg/m³. It depends on the core and moisture condition as well as dimensions. For the same lay-up and thickness, a measured sample gives an area weight you can scale to the sheet. See the worked calculation and weight and assembly worksheet.
How do I get an Okoume plywood price?
The displayed Okoume range is priced in USD/m³, FOB Qingdao / Lianyungang. Send thickness, size, face/back grade, core or all-Okoume construction, bond, emission option and quantity. Add your FOB shipment port or CIF destination port. We can quote alternative constructions against the same panel list.
Can I use Okoume plywood for visible furniture?
Yes. Compare the colour, grain and permitted repairs on both faces under your chosen coating. Test the edge and joint as part of the finished furniture detail. Bintangor plywood is another face option to compare for interiors.
Which product documents can I request?
Request the veneer construction, bond and emission information for the selected item. Include your destination and any TSCA Title VI or CE / EN 13986 requirements in the inquiry. For marine work, add the required marine standard and refer to the marine product documents.
Can I get samples and combine products in one shipment?
Samples are free; buyer-paid freight is credited in full against a formal order. Mixed loads start at one container and can include different Okoume constructions and other plywood or MDF. Regular production takes 7–15 days, plus shipping. FOB/CIF quotes and T/T or L/C payment are available.
Which Okoume construction should I choose for a lighter component?
Choose by measured mass and component performance. Compare poplar, birch, eucalyptus and all-Okoume options at equal dimensions and conditioning, then include fittings, coating and any added support in the finished weight. The Okoume face name alone does not identify the lightest complete construction.
Can I estimate sheet weight from a measured sample?
Yes. Divide the sample mass by its area, then multiply by the full sheet area. A 300 × 300 mm sample weighing 0.9 kg gives 10 kg/m²; a 2440 × 1220 mm sheet of the same thickness and construction is approximately 29.77 kg. Use the same moisture condition and exclude hardware, coatings and packing added later. This estimates sheet weight; use measured shipment weights for freight.
Further reading: Plywood core voids and ply count: inspect the part that matters or Marine plywood penetrations: coordinate the coating and hardware brief. Compare your shortlisted panels.
Request a quote
Send the drawing, panel list or weight target you have.
Start with the thickness, chosen construction, quantity and destination. Add the finish, joint detail and finished-weight requirement when developing the sample and item quotation.
Open the Okoume plywood inquiry outline
I would like a quotation for Okoume Plywood. Application / destination: Thickness / sheet or finished part size: Okoume-faced or all-Okoume / face and back grade / bond: Machining / edges / fittings / finish: Quantity / mixed-load items / spares: Samples or product documents needed: Packing / FOB or CIF port / required date:
Compare a separately specified poplar-core panel with the same component. For a marine project, use marine plywood sourcing to prepare the construction and document requirements.
Item mix and repeat orders
List Okoume-faced panels by core species and list all-Okoume separately. Carry the selected face range, construction and component drawing into repeat orders; compare price at the same grade, bond and processing scope.
Packing and receiving
Label each core construction, thickness, face grade and quantity separately. Protect sheet faces and edges. At receipt, compare labels and counts with the order and record panel dimensions and condition alongside any weight measurement.
Plan grain direction in the cutting list and storage and conditioning before fabrication.
