Collage of wooden beads, jewelry, and carving process on a wooden surface.
Collage of wooden beads, jewelry, and carving process on a wooden surface.

Tagua Nut (Vegetable Ivory)

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Product details
  • Tipo Natural Craft Material
  • Vendedor California Exotic Hardwoods

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Tagua Nut (Vegetable Ivory) – Sustainable Natural Craft Material

Tagua Nut, also known as Vegetable Ivory, is a unique, eco-friendly natural material harvested from the seeds of the Tagua palm (Phytelephas species). Native to South America, Tagua is prized for its ivory-like appearance, smooth texture, and exceptional durability, making it a premium choice for artisans, carvers, jewelry makers, and eco-conscious designers.

Once dried, Tagua nut hardens to a dense, fine-grained material that can be cut, carved, drilled, turned, dyed, and polished with ease. Its natural creamy white color closely resembles animal ivory—without harming wildlife—making it a popular ethical alternative for buttons, beads, carvings, musical accessories, inlays, and decorative crafts.

Product Details

  • Quantity: 10 whole tagua nuts

  • Material: Natural tagua (Phytelephas palm)

  • Color: Natural brown exterior; ivory-toned interior when cut

  • Finish: Raw, unprocessed

  • Sustainability: Harvested from fallen palm seeds; renewable and biodegradable

Key Features

  • 🌱 100% Natural & Sustainable – Plant-based, biodegradable, and renewable

  • 🦷 Ivory-Like Look & Feel – Smooth, dense, and polishable finish

  • 🛠 Easy to Work With – Suitable for carving, turning, engraving, and dyeing

  • 🎨 Excellent Dye Absorption – Ideal for colorful craft and jewelry work

  • ♻ Eco-Friendly Ivory Substitute – No animal products involved

Common Uses

  • Jewelry making (beads, pendants, earrings)

  • Buttons and fashion accessories

  • Hand carvings and sculptures

  • Musical instrument parts & inlays

  • Decorative and craft projects

Tagua Nut is an excellent choice for creators seeking a natural, ethical, and high-quality carving material that combines beauty, strength, and sustainability.

10 piece box 

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Orders are usually processed within 24-48 hours after the order has been placed.
Custom or special order items may take longer to process, typically 3-5 business days.

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Rest assured that all items will be securely and safely packaged to prevent any damage during transit. Fragile or high-value parts will be packaged with additional protective materials, such as bubble wrap or foam padding.

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🌿 Care Instructions (Quick Guide)


  • Store in a cool, dry place

  • Maintain 40–50% humidity (RH)

  • Keep flat and supported to prevent warping

  • Allow wood to acclimate for 5–7 days before building

  • Avoid direct sunlight, heat, or moisture exposure

  • After building, keep guitar at 45–55% RH

Proper humidity control protects your wood from cracking, warping, and movement, ensuring long-lasting tone and stability.