Weles Group S A C supplies noble hardwood species grown in the Amazon rainforest We work with naturally fallen trunks recovered under authorized procedures with full documentation for legal origin chain of custody and export compliance Weles Group does not cut live trees Our model prioritizes forest integrity careful selection and traceable processing
Timber export compliance in Peru
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- Regulatory framework Timber export from Peru is governed by Ley 29763 and its implementing regulations The national forest authority is SERFOR Domestic transport is documented with the Guía de Transporte Forestal GTF
- Export procedure and tax registration An active RUC is required Export filings are processed with SUNAT under the regime Exportación Definitiva with commercial documentation and transport waybills prepared and consistent
- CITES controlled species For species listed by CITES the export permit is issued by SERFOR after a scientific DENP non detriment finding The species we usually handle are not in CITES If a shipment includes CITES species such as Cedrela or Swietenia the corresponding CITES permits are mandatory
- Oversight and chain of custody Legality of origin and supply chain integrity are supervised by OSINFOR in coordination with regional authorities Electronic GTF records and monitoring systems are applied to track movements and ensure compliance
Product scope and sourcing principles
- Only noble hardwood species known for stability durability and color
- Sourcing limited to naturally fallen trunks and legal stock already in inventory
- Every movement covered by forest transport guides and warehouse records
- Exports prepared with customs documentation and when applicable sanitary and CITES permits
Featured species and technical notes
Art 1 Purpleheart also called Violeta Amaranth Violettholz
Scientific reference Peltogyne spp with common use of Peltogyne venosa Color moves from gray brown to deep purple with exposure Known for excellent wear resistance and high natural durability Typical air dry density near nine hundred kilograms per cubic meter Janka hardness about two thousand five hundred pounds force Values vary by species origin and conditioning
Off cuts slabs and sawn blanks for furniture instrument accents decking in small volumes upon request
Finish responds well to sharp tooling pre drill for screws and reduce UV exposure to preserve color
Art 2 Bloodwood also called Palo sangre Satin Bloodwood
Scientific reference Brosimum rubescens with known synonym Brosimum paraense Deep red fine texture and very high density Typical air dry density near one thousand fifty kilograms per cubic meter Durable and suitable for precision parts turnery and decorative panels
Selected boards and dimensioned blanks available after confirmation of stock and moisture conditioning
Art 3 Tauari also known as Couratari guianensis Brazilian wild cherry trade name
Light to medium tone uniform texture workable with hand and power tools Typical air dry density around six hundred twenty kilograms per cubic meter with good stability and moderate hardness Often chosen for interior joinery cabinetry and acoustic applications
Board sets and panel components sized to order with attention to weight and handling
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Learn moreProperties and handling
- Species show above average hardness and wear resistance within their category buyers should consider tool sharpness and feed rates
- High density means elevated weight plan packaging crate strength and lifting points carefully
- Color stability improves with UV inhibiting finishes and controlled drying schedules
Legal compliance and documentation
We prepare every shipment with a verified chain of documents This includes forest transport guides for domestic movements commercial invoices packing lists and customs declarations For species listed under international conventions we obtain the required export permits For non listed species we still maintain full traceability and legal origin proof so due diligence by buyers is straightforward
Delivery terms and ordering
- Orders are processed by preorder with bank transfer payments only
- Final price depends on quality grade quantity and destination country freight is quoted separately
- Please specify target dimensions thickness width length and acceptable tolerances
- Lead time depends on warehouse volume conditioning and crate preparation contact us before placing an order
Processing principles and capacity
Our processing is tailored to naturally fallen trunks which can vary in geometry and internal stress Saws and drying schedules are adjusted to maintain structural quality Finished blanks are graded visually and by mass to keep batches consistent Our warehouse volume is finite and changes with recovery cycles please confirm availability
Frequently asked questions
Do you cut trees in the forest
No Weles Group does not cut live trees We work with naturally fallen trunks recovered under authorized procedures and with full documentation
What documents accompany the shipment
Domestic transport is covered by forest transport guides International export includes customs declarations invoices packing lists and where required phytosanitary and CITES permits Traceability and legal origin documents are provided to the buyer
Can you guarantee steady supply of a single species
Supply depends on naturally fallen stock and recovery cycles We will propose alternatives or mixed lots when volumes are limited
Do you offer kiln drying and machining
Yes on request we can arrange air dry or kiln schedules and dimensioning within agreed tolerances for export packaging
noble wood species Peru purpleheart Peltogyne bloodwood Brosimum tauari Couratari legal origin GTF chain of custody CITES permit phytosanitary certificate SUNAT export due diligence naturally fallen trunks no tree cuttin
