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Welcome to Island Fusion Agro Forestry Limited

Island Fusion Agro Forestry Limited (IFAFL) is a Papua New Guinea-based company dedicated to empowering rural communities through sustainable balsa wood cultivation and export. Established in 2023, IFAFL partners with smallholder farmers to promote ethical trade, fair benefit-sharing, and environmentally responsible practices—transforming local resources into global opportunities.

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  • Napapar 4 Ward. Kerevat. Central Gazelle LLG.Gazelle District. East New Britain Province. Papua New Guinea

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BALSA ROUGH SAWN

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BALSA ROUGH SAWN

Property Specification
Scientific Name Ochroma pyramidale
Common Name Balsa
Family Malvaceae
Color Pale white to light brown
Texture Very fine and soft
Grain Straight, open grain
Odor Odorless
Density (Air Dry) 100 – 200 kg/m³ (average ~160 kg/m³)
Specific Gravity 0.1 – 0.2
Moisture Content 6% – 12%
Hardness (Janka) ~67 lbf (300 N)
Modulus of Rupture 10 – 25 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity 0.5 – 3 GPa
Compressive Strength 2.9 – 5.5 MPa
Tensile Strength 14 – 30 MPa
Thermal Conductivity 0.048 W/m·K
Shrinkage (Radial) 2.30%
Shrinkage (Tangential) 4.90%
Workability Excellent – easy to cut, carve, sand, and glue
Durability Low – not resistant to decay or insects