The Standard Malaysian Name for certain lightweight reddish and yellowish timber of Shorea spp. (Dipterocarpaceae). Vernacular names applied include belantai (Kedah), kawang with various epithets in Sabah, engkabang for S. macrophylla in Sarawak and melantai (Peninsular Malaysia).
Uses :
The timber is suitable for interior finishing, mouldings, panelling, pallet (expendable type), furniture, staircase (handrail, sprandrel framing, angle blocks and rough brackets), plywood, joinery, cabinet making, tool handles (non-impact), planking, shelving and the manufacture of doors.
