Top Kenaf And Allied Fibers Producers Of The World || Uses Of Kenaf Fiber

Kenaf And Allied Fibers

Kenaf is a natural fiber. The botanical name of kenaf is Hibiscus canabinus. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. The properties are nearly similar to jute and allied fibers. The kenaf is a plant. The fiber is collected from the bark of the plant.

Top Kenaf and Allied Fibers Producers in the World

To fulfill the present kenaf fibers demand, different countries are cultivating kenaf plants. In the present day, Malaysia is trying to cultivate kenaf fiber in that’s country. Here, I have listed the top kenaf and allied fibers producing countries names. They are-

1. India
2. China
3. Thailand
4. Brazil
5. Vietnam
6. Cuba
7. Indonesia
8. Pakistan
9. Cambodia

Uses of Kenaf Fiber

Kenaf is mainly used in low-density panels, pulp, and papers. The main use of kenaf fiber is to produce rope, twine, and coarse cloth. Kenaf fiber also blends with plastic resins for plastic components. Various environmental mats are produced from kenaf fibers. In modern times, Malaysia makes kenaf fiberboards to export them to Japan. In addition, kenaf seeds yield edible vegetable oil. Different well-known automobile manufacturers used this kenaf fiber for automobiles body parts.