Central / State
Private cultivation of sandalwood
Since 2001–02, states including Karnataka and Tamil Nadu progressively allowed private landowners to grow sandalwood. Ownership vests with the grower.
Policy & Regulation
Sandalwood regulation, in plain language
Summaries of key regulations affecting sandalwood farmers, processors and exporters, aggregated by the federation for member convenience.
This page reproduces third-party public information for reference only. AISFPMF does not issue regulations. For binding text, always consult the concerned state forest / trade department or CITES management authority.
State Forest Departments
Harvest and transit permits
Harvest, felling and inter-state transit typically require permits from the State Forest Department. Rules vary by state; keep records of planting, GPS location and species.
International
CITES status
Santalum album is listed under CITES Appendix II. Export of oil/heartwood requires CITES documentation via the designated management authority.
Central
Trees Outside Forest (TOF) initiatives
National agroforestry programmes promote high-value species on private land, including sandalwood, subject to state-level operational guidelines.