Natural Fiber
Jute – The Golden Fibre of Bangladesh
Jute, a natural fibre used universally, is obtained from the bark of a slender plant of tropical and subtropical origin. Its use as a utility product in human civilization dates back centuries. With the industrial revolution, jute emerged as an amazing textile material beyond its traditional use as rope and cordage.
Bangladesh, abundantly blessed with traditional jute known as the “Golden Fibre”, earns nearly 60% of the country’s total foreign exchange from jute and jute-based products.
End Use of Jute Goods
• Bags and sacks for agricultural products, minerals, fertilizer & cement
• Wool packs and cotton bales
• Wrapping and packaging materials
• Carpet backing, linoleum fabric & upholstery
• Cordage, twines and webbing
• Auto seat backing & furniture upholstery
• Cargo separator in ships
• Brattice cloth for mine ventilation
• Cable filling materials
• Roofing, floor coverings & wall furnishing
• Footwear lining and fashion accessories
• Jute geo-textiles for erosion control
• Construction, defense and industrial uses
Advantages of Jute Goods
Jute remains superior to many man-made fibres due to its unique natural properties. Jute products are:
• Versatile & durable
• Reusable & biodegradable
• Strong and tear-resistant
• Pollution-free & eco-friendly
• Free from static electricity & health hazards
• Ideal for stacking & palletizing
• Resistant to hook & tear damage
Trials have proven that jute geo-textiles are highly effective in soil erosion control and vegetation growth, with no adverse impact on human health or the environment. Protecting nature today ensures a greener tomorrow.