12.11.2026
Which name should you use for a timber species? How can you find the scientific name corresponding to a trade or local name? ATIBT’s General Nomenclature of Tropical Timber is available in digital format to support professionals in their daily activities.
Developed by ATIBT, the General Nomenclature of Tropical Timber links scientific species names to an internationally recognised ATIBT pilot name. This shared reference helps reduce confusion arising from the many names used across countries and languages.
The guide offers three complementary ways to search: by scientific name, pilot name or local name. These cross-referenced lists help users find the corresponding names, alongside information on botanical families and continents of origin.
For producers, processors, importers, traders and specifiers, it provides a practical tool for checking names, clarifying exchanges with business partners and ensuring consistent species naming in technical and commercial documents.
ATIBT encourages its members and partners to consult this reference guide and share the download link with their teams.
Access the General Nomenclature of Tropical Timber download page
