Composition

100% Whole Dried Sappan Wood — Caesalpinia sappan

No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical product.

Botanical Information

• Common Name: Patranga / Patang
• English Name: Sappan Wood
• Botanical Name: Caesalpinia sappan L.
• Family: Fabaceae
• Plant Part: Wood / Heartwood
• Form: Whole / Cut Dried Wood
• Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
• Appearance: Reddish-brown to dark brown wood pieces
• Aroma: Characteristic woody botanical aroma
• Texture: Hard, dense and fibrous wood

What Is Patranga Wood?

Patranga Wood is the dried wood of Caesalpinia sappan. The heartwood is commonly referred to as Sappan Wood and is traditionally associated with the names Patang and Patranga.

This product is supplied in whole/cut wood pieces, rather than as powder, allowing the material to be further cut, chipped, powdered or prepared according to the intended permitted application.

Product Features

• 100% Caesalpinia sappan wood.
• Natural whole/cut dried wood format.
• Botanical identity clearly specified.
• Traditional Indian botanical material.
• Characteristic reddish-brown wood appearance.
• Suitable as botanical raw material.
• Can be further processed into chips, coarse material or powder.
• Historically used as a plant-based colouring material.
• No added ingredients when supplied as a single botanical.
• Natural variation in size, shape and colour may occur.

Traditional & Botanical Information

Sappan Wood has a long history as a botanical material in traditional Asian practices. Its naturally coloured heartwood has also been historically used for plant-based dyeing and colouring applications.

Traditional botanical information should not be interpreted as a medical claim.

How to Use

Use according to the specific product label and intended application.

The whole wood may be:

• Used as a botanical raw material.
• Cut or chipped for further processing.
• Ground into powder.
• Prepared according to a permitted traditional formulation.
• Processed for appropriate plant-based colouring applications.

For internal or traditional formulation use, follow the approved product directions or qualified practitioner's instructions.

Preparation

A general processing sequence may include:

Wood selection → Cleaning → Drying → Sorting → Cutting/Chipping → Packaging

For further processing, the wood can be cut or ground according to the intended application.

The exact manufacturing and processing method should correspond to the manufacturer's actual specification.

Whole Wood vs Powder

This product is supplied as whole/cut dried wood, not powder.

Natural Colouring Material

Sappan Wood is historically recognized as a natural plant-based colouring material. The heartwood contains naturally occurring colour compounds.

The colour obtained from the wood can vary depending on:

• Wood maturity
• Heartwood quality
• Preparation method
• Temperature
• Concentration
• Water quality
• pH
• Processing time

Natural Characteristics

Patranga Wood may naturally vary in:

• Piece length
• Piece thickness
• Shape
• Reddish-brown to dark brown colour
• Density
• Fibre pattern
• Aroma
• Surface texture

Minor chips and breakage can naturally occur during handling and transportation.

Quality Characteristics

Good-quality Patranga Wood should have:

• Correct botanical identity
• Authenticated Caesalpinia sappan wood
• Properly dried material
• Characteristic wood/heartwood appearance
• Appropriate moisture level
• Low foreign matter
• No visible mould
• No insect infestation
• No unusual odour
• Suitable piece size
• Hygienic packaging
• Batch traceability

Quality Testing

Depending on the intended application:

Physical Testing

• Appearance
• Colour
• Odour
• Moisture
• Foreign matter
• Piece size

Botanical Authentication

• Macroscopic identification
• Microscopic examination
• Botanical authentication
• Reference comparison

Safety Testing

Where applicable:

• Microbial limits
• Heavy metals
• Pesticide residues
• Aflatoxins
• Other relevant contaminants

Storage

Store Patranga Wood:

• In a cool, dry place.
• In a moisture-resistant container or packaging.
• Away from direct sunlight.
• Away from humidity.
• Away from insects and pests.
• Away from strong external odours.

Keep the package properly closed after opening.

Packaging

Use suitable packaging that protects the dried wood from moisture, contamination and physical damage.

The product label should include all mandatory declarations applicable to its regulatory category.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patranga Wood?

Patranga Wood is the dried wood/heartwood of Caesalpinia sappan.

What is the botanical name of Patranga?

The botanical name is Caesalpinia sappan L.

Is Patranga the same as Sappan Wood?

Yes. Patranga/Patang are traditional names associated with Caesalpinia sappan, commonly known in English as Sappan Wood.

Is this Patranga Powder?

No. This product contains whole/cut dried wood pieces. Patranga Powder is the finely ground form of the same botanical material.

Can Patranga Wood be powdered?

Yes. The dried wood can be cut, chipped and ground into a coarse or fine powder according to the intended application.

Is Patranga Wood naturally coloured?

Sappan Wood contains naturally occurring colouring compounds in its heartwood and has historically been used as a plant-based colouring material.

How should Patranga Wood be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place protected from moisture, sunlight, insects and contamination.

Disclaimer

This information is provided for general botanical and traditional product-information purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Traditional uses should not be interpreted as modern medical claims. Use the product only for applications permitted under applicable regulations and according to the manufacturer's approved product information.