Caribbean Rosewood

Caribbean Rosewood, also called Chechen, is a dense hardwood with golden brown to reddish hues accented by dark grain. Although Chechen is not a "true" rosewood" it’s highly valued for instruments, decorative accents, and fine furniture due to its strength and high luster finish. Chechen’s tight grain produces smooth finishes and durability, making it a versatile exotic. Compare with East Indian Rosewood or Guatemala Rosewood.
Kiln Dried, 4" & wider, 6' & longer. 95-100% Clear-Heartwood
Caribbean Rosewood Prices per Board Foot as of Sep 18, 2026
Description 50-99 B.F. 100-249 B.F. 250-499 B.F. 500+ B.F.
4/4 Caribbean Rosewood info icon 15.20 13.70 11.95 10.95
5/4 Live edge Caribbean Rosewood Slabs info icon 17.00 15.50 15.00 14.75
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Caribbean Rosewood Appearance and Design Attributes

Primary Color Tone: tan

  • Characteristics
    USES:  Musical Instruments, Decorative Uses
    ORIGINS:  Western/Central Africa
    BOTANICAL NAME:  Metopium brownei
    COMMON NAME:  Che chen, Chenchen
    COLOR DETAILS:  Golden Brown color, with Dark Grain Patterns
    WEIGHT:  approx 5.2 lbs per B.F.
    WORKABILITY:  Machines, Glues and Finishes Well, but interlocking grain can lead to tear outs.
  • Capabilities

    Caribbean Rosewood Lumber for Sale

    Although not a dalbergia or true rosewood, Caribbean Rosewood shares many attributes with members of the rosewood family.   It has a tight heavy grain and finishes to a high polish.  The lengths and widths of Caribbean Rosewood or Che Chen, as it is also commonly called, are better than the rosewoods.  Most of the lumber available is between 6 and 9 feet long and 4 and 10 inches wide.  Wood Vendors supplies 4/4 Che Chen Lumber at prices that are a fraction of true rosewoods such as Cocobolo and Honduras Rosewood.

    Consult with Tom or Pat at 877.983.6367 on your Caribbean Rosewood project.

  • Additional Info
    For more information, WoodVendors recommends:
    Link: Caribbean Rosewood Technical Information
    Link: Caribeean Rosewood Live Edge Slabs Available!

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