Coir fiber is a natural fiber that is extracted from the outer husk of coconuts and known for its durability, resistance to saltwater, and ability to retain moisture.
Coir fiber is a versatile and sustainable material that has many uses in gardening, agriculture, and industry.It is typically extracted from the husk by a process called retting, which involves soaking the husks in water for several months to break down the fibers.
It is used in the production of ropes, twine, and mats, and alsoused as a natural substitute for synthetic materials like plastic and rubber.In gardening, it is used as a soil amendment or potting mix and in production of coir mulch mats.
Uses | Specifications |
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Family | Coconut Fiber / Natural Fiber |
Extraction Type | Mechanical |
Method of Extraction | Beating |
Color | Golden / Brown |
Length of the Fiber | 2cm to 25cm |
2cm to 10cm | 5% |
11cm to 20cm | 80% |
Above 21cm | 15% |
Moisture | 7% |
Impurities | 2% |
Loadability | 18 to 19 MT(40 Feet HC Container) |
Bundling Material | Steel Scrip or Nylon Tape |
Uses | Specifications |
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Family | Coconut Fiber / Natural Fiber |
Extraction Type | Mechanical |
Method of Extraction | Beating |
Color | Golden / Brown |
Length of the Fiber | 2cm to 22cm(May be vary in Beating Method) |
2cm to 10cm | 5% |
11cm to 20cm | 80% |
Above 21cm | 15% |
Moisture | 15% |
Impurities | 6% |
Loadability | 21(40 Feet HC Container) |
Bundling Material | Steel Scrip or Nylon Tape |